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Stoughton, MA Road Trips

Plan drives from Stoughton, MA with practical route pages for distance, drive time, fuel cost, road character, and places to stop along the way.

Downtown Stoughton, MA, MA

Photo: Phil Evenden

Trip Routes

4

Longest Drive

48 mi

Lawrence, MA

Quickest Drive

20m

Quincy, MA

Plan Around Stoughton, MA

Stoughton, MA at a Glance

Founded

1713

Elevation

236 ft

Area

6 mi²

Notable People from Stoughton, MA

A sampling of people born in Stoughton, MA.

Lori McKenna

Lori McKenna

1968

American musician

Forrest Bird

Forrest Bird

1921–2015

American engineer (1921–2015)

Henry Lillie Pierce

Henry Lillie Pierce

1825–1896

American politician, Massachusetts (1825–1896)

Doris Holmes Blake

1892–1978

American entomologist and scientific illustrator (1892–1978)

Thomas H. Collins

Thomas H. Collins

1946

Commandant of the United States Coast Guard

Mike Viola

Mike Viola

1966

American singer-songwriter

Landmarks & Historic Sites

Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Stoughton, MA.

Lucius Clapp Memorial

Lucius Clapp Memorial

memorial in Stoughton, United States of America

National Register of Historic Places listed place
Stoughton station

Stoughton station

Railroad station in Stoughton, Massachusetts

National Register of Historic Places listed place

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Traveler Guide to Stoughton, MA

Stoughton is a town in Massachusetts with a population of 29,000 (2020) that is about 20 minutes south of Boston. It was founded in 1726 and named after William Stoughton, who was chief justice in the Salem Witch Trials. Its surrounding towns are Canton, Sharon, Brockton, Randolph, and Easton.

1 The Stoughton Historical Society, 6 Park St (It is on the corner of Park Street and Pleasant Street.), ☏ +1 781-344-5456. The hours of operation are Tuesdays 10AM to 3PM and Thursdays 6PM to 8PM or by appointment.. was established in 1895 to provide historical research and items for show. The society publishes newsletters throughout the year to let the town know what types of exhibits and articles are being shown at certain times. They also have a book store which sells souvenirs, pamphlets, and other information on the town.

1 24/7 Family Fitness, 333 Tosca Drive, ☏ +1 781-344-2222. is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except for holidays.

1 Town Spa, 1119 Washington Street, ☏ +1 781-344-2030. has a homey feeling and has been in business for 60+ years. Bar pizzas, hamburgers, chicken fingers, French fries, soups, and salads. Cash only. 2 Ruk Mae, 1778 Washington Street, ☏ +1 781-297-5626. Thai Cuisine is a local favorite which dishes up healthy Thai food in a casual setting. 3 The Chateau, 1165 Park Street, Route 27, ☏ +1 781-341-2503. M-Th 11:15AM-9PM, F Sa 11:15AM-10PM, Su noon-9PM. Holiday hours vary so just call in advance.. Restaurant also serves delicious Italian cuisine. The Chateau is a classy yet low key place. The wait staff is friendly and accommodating. Casual dress. 4 Amelia's, 217 Washington Street, ☏ +1 781-886-6125. is a Northern Italian farm-to-table fare served in an upmarket trattoria with swanky decor. There's a large bar, with a bar menu, and an extensive, regular menu as well.

1 Sonesta Select Boston Stoughton, 200 Technology Center Dr, ☏ +1 781 297-7000. $139.

If you have a car, then just hop on 95 south until you hit exit 8, which is Sharon. After getting off the exit, you then stay straight for about 10 miles until you see a sign that will say “entering Stoughton”. T.F. Green Airport in Warwick, RI and Logan International Airport in Boston. Logan Airport in Boston is 25 minutes north of Stoughton. Cabs are available but can become pricey. Stoughton has a MBTA commuter rail line that runs to South Station in Boston. The Providence/Stoughton line is the correct line to choose if looking up train times. All you have to do is visit the MBTA website to find the best schedule for you!

The easiest way to get around Stoughton is by car or bike. If you are only going a short distance then a bike is a reasonable form of transportation. However, if you plan to travel from one side of the town to the other it is approximately a 25-mile radius and would require a car or cab service. Cab services: 1 All Town Taxi Co, 90 Lincoln Street, ☏ +1 781-344-9150. 2 A&T Taxi & Livery, 31 Tosca Drive, ☏ +1 781-344-4211.

Travel tips adapted from Stoughton (Massachusetts) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.

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