The drive is mostly on I-90 West, also known as the Massachusetts Turnpike (or “the Pike” if you’re a local). You’ll pass charming exits like Route 9 (home to every chain restaurant ever) and Framingham (which is surprisingly not a ghost town).
If you get bored, count the white “Massachusetts Turnpike” signs—they’re like license plates, but with less personality. Or play “Spot the Weirdest Car” with your passengers. I once saw a car painted like a banana. True story.
Getting to Worcester - Jamie & Matt
The Great Debate: Is It a Commute or a Pilgrimage?
Some people commute daily. They are superheroes (or gluttons for punishment). For them, the distance feels like 100 miles, because traffic has a way of expanding time and space.
For visitors, it’s a scenic adventure. You’ll see hills, suburbs, and the stunning moment Boston’s skyline appears. It’s like finding a glittering prize at the end of a tunnel—except the tunnel costs $1.25 in tolls.
