Spanning 80.2 miles, the drive from Barre to Brockton is a manageable trip that takes approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes. You can easily complete this journey in a single day, as it is designed for a straightforward, direct commute between the two Massachusetts locations. Expect to spend roughly $13 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for travelers. You will navigate a mix of major arteries, including the Massachusetts Turnpike, the Yankee Division Highway, and Pleasant Street. Because the route remains entirely within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent New England driving environment throughout the duration of your travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.1 miles from Barre, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
26.1 mi
30m
Yankee Division Highway
12.1 mi
16m
Pleasant Street
8 mi
14m
Amvets Highway
7.3 mi
8m
Worcester Road
6.1 mi
11m
Barre Paxton Road
4.5 mi
6m
Grafton Street
3.4 mi
4m
US 1
3.1 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 26.1 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barre, MA and Brockton, MA.
1
Start on MA 32; MA 122
171 ft·2 sec·Concert Mall
2
Continue on MA 32; MA 122
1.2 mi·1 min·Summer Street
3
Continue on MA 122
6.1 mi·11 min·Worcester Road
4
Continue on MA 122
0.9 mi·1 min·Barre Paxton Road
5
Continue on MA 122
3.6 mi·5 min·Barre Paxton Road
6
Continue on MA 122
6.8 mi·12 min·Pleasant Street
7
Turn right onto MA 122
2.9 mi·4 min·Chandler Street
8
Turn left onto Murray Avenue
301 ft·9 sec·Murray Avenue
9
Turn right onto Austin Street
232 ft·6 sec·Austin Street
10
Continue on Myrtle Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·Myrtle Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto McGrath Boulevard
0.2 mi·29 sec·McGrath Boulevard
12
Continue on Foster Street
101 ft·2 sec·Foster Street
13
Turn slight right onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·Franklin Street
14
Turn right onto Harding Street
0.1 mi·16 sec·Harding Street
15
Turn left onto Winter Street
326 ft·8 sec·Winter Street
16
Continue on MA 122
0.5 mi·41 sec·Grafton Street
17
Enter roundabout onto MA 122
39 ft·0 sec·Grafton Street
18
Continue on MA 122
2.9 mi·3 min·Grafton Street
19
Continue on MA 122
0.4 mi·59 sec·Grafton Road
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
22
Merge onto I 90
26 mi·30 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 123Toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode IslandUse the slight right lane.
24
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·28 sec·this road
25
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·22 sec·this road
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 95 South: Dedham, Providence Rhode IslandUse the slight right lane.
27
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
12 mi·16 min·Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
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.
29
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 4Toward MA 24 South: Fall RiverUse the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Continue on MA 24
7.3 mi·8 min·Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi·59 sec
Exit 33AToward MA 27 South: BrocktonUse the right lane.
32
Turn straight onto MA 27
425 ft·8 sec·Reynolds Memorial Highway
33
Continue on MA 27
0.7 mi·1 min·Reynolds Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
34
Turn slight left onto MA 27
1.2 mi·2 min·Pleasant Street
Use the left lane.
35
Turn right onto Warren Avenue
0.3 mi·51 sec·Warren Avenue
36
Turn left onto West Elm Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·West Elm Street
37
Turn left onto Main Street
514 ft·14 sec·Main Street
38
Turn right onto Church Street
409 ft·13 sec·Church Street
39
Turn uturn
68 ft·7 sec
40
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule without the need for an overnight stay. To ensure the smoothest experience, check traffic conditions on the Massachusetts Turnpike before you head out, as this is your longest stretch of highway. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, feel free to pace the 1 hour and 55-minute drive based on your own comfort levels. Keep your fuel budget of $13 in mind when planning your departure, and consider topping off your tank before leaving Barre to avoid unnecessary stops along the busy highway sections. Having a clear plan for your exit strategy off the Turnpike will help keep your arrival in Brockton stress-free.
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 40.1 miles from Barre, MA, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.1 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 18 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.1 miles or 1h 1m 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 37m
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 Barre, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barre, MA
This is one driving day of about 80.2 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Barre, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 26.1 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 53.2 and 77.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
53.2 mi into trip|~1h 16m 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
54 mi into trip|~1h 17m 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
66.4 mi into trip|~1h 34m 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
69.5 mi into trip|~1h 39m 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
77.3 mi into trip|~1h 48m 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
$12.84 one way
$25.67 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$14.00
$27.99
premium
$4.82
$15.23
$30.46
diesel
$5.61
$17.71
$35.41
Estimated Tolls: $1.57
Massachusetts Turnpike
(26.1 mi)$1.57
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
$13
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.1
0
$8.42
$3.85
Efficient EV
20.1
0
$7.02
$3.21
EV Truck/SUV
32.1
0
$11.23
$5.13
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 21, 2026
Origin
Barre, MA
Morning
in Barre on Tuesday
Local time
8:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brockton, MA
Morning
in Brockton on Tuesday
Local time
8:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
1h 55m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Adams National Historical Park
National Historical Park
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 52.6
Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 58.1
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 69.2
Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
Free
near mile 52.6
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked...
22 mi from route
~56 min detour
Free
near mile 77.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning from regional roads into major highway segments. You will spend about 36% of your time on highways, providing a balance between steady cruising and local navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Massachusetts Turnpike, where you will cover 26.1 miles of open road. While the route begins with the character of a local trek, the transition to the Turnpike allows for higher-speed travel before you eventually exit toward the Brockton area. You should be prepared for this shift in pace as you move between different roadway classifications.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.1 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 53.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.2 miles you will encounter 22 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 53.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.4 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Barre, MA to Brockton, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Providence Rhode Island along the way.
Brockton is the sixth largest city in Massachusetts with a population of 106,000 (2020). Self styled as the "City of Champions" thanks to its two hometown boxing heroes, and a thriving high school sports program.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 80.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.1 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.57 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.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 53.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.4 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Boston National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brockton, MA before heading back.
