Origin
Boston, MA
Night in Boston on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Boston, MA to Grafton, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
42.5 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boston, MA
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Grafton, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Boston to Grafton, you are looking at a manageable 42.5-mile journey that typically takes about 59 minutes. Since this trip stays entirely within Massachusetts, you will remain in the Northeast region throughout your travels. It is an ideal distance for a quick day trip, meaning you can easily head out and return without needing an overnight stay. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, it is a highly budget-friendly commute. Because the route involves navigating city streets before transitioning to the interstate, expect a straightforward drive that prioritizes efficiency over leisure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 37.1 mi | 45m |
| Worcester Street | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| Tremont Street | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Grafton Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Marginal Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 37.1 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boston, MA and Grafton, MA.
1
Start on Tremont Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Tremont Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on Tremont Street
301 ft
·
14 sec
·
Tremont Street
3
Continue on Tremont Street
482 ft
·
20 sec
·
Tremont Street
4
Turn right onto Marginal Road
316 ft
·
12 sec
·
Marginal Road
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward I 90 West, Massachusetts Turnpike Toll West
6
Merge onto I 90
37 mi
·
45 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 96
Toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
8
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft
·
7 sec
9
Turn slight right onto MA 122
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Grafton Road
10
Continue on MA 122
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Worcester Street
11
Arrive at destination
MA 140
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 42.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Boston, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 38.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Tremont Street
Depart onto Tremont Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 90 West, Massachusetts Turnpike Toll West
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 West, Massachusetts Turnpike Toll W...
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
38.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 96
Toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
4
38.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.80 one way
$13.60 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.42 | $14.83 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.07 | $16.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.38 | $18.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.23
Massachusetts Turnpike
(37.1 mi)
$2.23
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$2
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Grafton, MA
Night in Grafton on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a turn-heavy profile that requires your full attention as you transition from Boston’s local streets onto the highway. You will navigate via Tremont Street and Marginal Road before settling onto I-90 West for the bulk of your travel. While the route is relatively short, the mix of urban maneuvering and highway driving means the road's personality shifts quickly. Since this is not a monotonous interstate grind, you will need to stay alert through the initial local segments. The lack of a long, uninterrupted stretch makes it a dynamic drive that keeps you engaged until you arrive in Grafton.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.1 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Worcester Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Tremont Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 59m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Tremont Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Boston, MA to Grafton, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Worcester along the way.
Worcester
38.2 mi in
|
~48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 42.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.1 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.23 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. 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: near the start (Tremont Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Boston National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area (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 Grafton, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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