This 107.7-mile drive from Amherst Center to Brockton, Massachusetts, is a straightforward trip that can comfortably be completed in about 2 hours and 27 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Massachusetts Turnpike and the Yankee Division Highway, this route offers a largely efficient journey. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical option for a single-day excursion. The drive traverses within the Northeast region of the US, staying within Massachusetts for its entirety. Its mixed driving profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and potentially some local road transitions, making it a practical choice for a day trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.8 miles from Amherst Center, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
59.6 mi
1h 8m
Yankee Division Highway
12.1 mi
16m
Amvets Highway
7.3 mi
8m
Federal Street
5.6 mi
10m
North Liberty Street
4.1 mi
7m
US 1
3.1 mi
4m
North Main Street
2.6 mi
4m
North Washington Street
2.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 59.6 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amherst Center, MA and Brockton, MA.
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Start on Boltwood Avenue
0.1 mi·39 sec·Boltwood Avenue
2
Turn left onto MA 9
0.9 mi·2 min·College Street
3
Continue on MA 9
2.1 mi·3 min·Belchertown Road
4
Continue on MA 9
391 ft·6 sec·USMC League Highway
5
Continue on MA 9
1.8 mi·2 min·Federal Street
6
Continue on Federal Street
2.5 mi·4 min·Federal Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto MA 9
1.3 mi·2 min·Federal Street
8
Turn right onto US 202
1.2 mi·2 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto North Washington Street
2.1 mi·3 min·North Washington Street
10
Continue on North Liberty Street
4.1 mi·7 min·North Liberty Street
11
Continue on Belchertown Street
0.4 mi·47 sec·Belchertown Street
12
Continue on Bridge Street
0.3 mi·34 sec·Bridge Street
13
Turn left onto Palmer Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Palmer Road
14
Turn right onto MA 181
0.1 mi·14 sec·Sykes Street
15
Continue on MA 181
0.6 mi·1 min·North Main Street
16
Continue on US 20
0.8 mi·1 min·North Main Street
17
Turn left onto US 20
0.8 mi·1 min·Thorndike Street
Use the left lane.
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
Use the left lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
308 ft·7 sec
20
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·41 sec·this road
21
Merge onto I 90
60 mi·1 hr 8 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 123Toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode IslandUse the slight right lane.
23
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·28 sec·this road
24
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·22 sec·this road
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 95 South: Dedham, Providence Rhode IslandUse the slight right lane.
26
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
12 mi·16 min·Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Take the exit onto US 1
3.1 mi·4 min·US 1
Exit 26Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: BostonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 4Toward MA 24 South: Fall RiverUse the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on MA 24
7.3 mi·8 min·Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi·59 sec
Exit 33AToward MA 27 South: BrocktonUse the right lane.
31
Turn straight onto MA 27
425 ft·8 sec·Reynolds Memorial Highway
32
Continue on MA 27
0.7 mi·1 min·Reynolds Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
33
Turn slight left onto MA 27
1.2 mi·2 min·Pleasant Street
Use the left lane.
34
Turn right onto Warren Avenue
0.3 mi·51 sec·Warren Avenue
35
Turn left onto West Elm Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·West Elm Street
36
Turn left onto Main Street
514 ft·14 sec·Main Street
37
Turn right onto Church Street
409 ft·13 sec·Church Street
38
Turn uturn
68 ft·7 sec
39
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2 hour and 27 minute drive covering 107.7 miles, consider an early morning departure to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially if you encounter the Massachusetts Turnpike. With no specific stops recommended, you have the flexibility to pause as needed, though planning one break around the halfway point might be wise. The estimated fuel cost is $17, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before setting out. A key tip for this route is to be mindful of potential transitions between the major highways and local roads as you approach Brockton; keeping your navigation active will be helpful. The longest stretch on the Turnpike is nearly 60 miles, so plan your fuel and break accordingly before entering that segment.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.8 miles from Amherst Center, MA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.8 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brockton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Amherst Center, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Amherst Center, MA
This is one driving day of about 107.7 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Amherst Center, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 59.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 80.6 and 104.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
80.6 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 123
Toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providen...
9
81.4 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Dedham, Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Dedham, Providence Rhode Isl...
8
93.8 mi into trip|~2h 6m in|US 1
Take the exit onto US 1 toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 26
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
7
97 mi into trip|~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
7
104.7 mi into trip|~2h 20m in
Take the exit toward MA 27 South: Brockton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 33A
Toward MA 27 South: Brockton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.24 one way
$34.47 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$18.80
$37.59
premium
$4.82
$20.45
$40.90
diesel
$5.61
$23.78
$47.56
Estimated Tolls: $3.58
Massachusetts Turnpike
(59.6 mi)$3.58
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.3
0
$11.31
$5.17
Efficient EV
26.9
0
$9.42
$4.31
EV Truck/SUV
43.1
0
$15.08
$6.89
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Amherst Center, MA
Night
in Amherst Center on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brockton, MA
Night
in Brockton on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Worcester, MA
54 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 27m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience on this 107.7-mile journey, with 58% of the route on highways. The Massachusetts Turnpike forms a significant portion, allowing for sustained travel with a longest uninterrupted stretch of 59.6 miles. You'll likely experience periods of steady highway cruising punctuated by transitions onto other main roads like the Yankee Division Highway and Amvets Highway. This blend means the character of the drive will evolve, offering both efficient travel and moments where you might engage with more varied road conditions. It’s not a purely monotonous interstate experience, but rather a pragmatic mix designed for getting from point A to point B effectively.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.6 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 80.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 107.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 80.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.8 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
824 ft109 ft
Total Climb
657 ft
Total Descent
854 ft
Highest Point
824 ft
~30.8 mi in
Elevation Range
715 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Amherst Center, MA to Brockton, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Providence Rhode Island along the way.
Providence Rhode Island
80.6 mi in|~1h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 107.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.6 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.58 in tolls one way, starting with Massachusetts Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Brockton, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 80.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.8 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brockton, MA before heading back.
