This 75-mile drive from Brockton to Gardner, Massachusetts, is estimated to take about 1 hour and 48 minutes. With a fuel cost of approximately $12, it's an economical option for a single day trip, as recommended. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Church Street, Montello Street, and Centre Street, meaning you won't be on any major highways, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This makes it a turn-heavy local drive, offering a more grounded experience of the Massachusetts landscape as you travel within the Northeast region. Plan for a journey that feels more about the process of getting there than simply covering distance.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.5 miles from Brockton, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Concord Turnpike
19.3 mi
27m
I 95
18.2 mi
24m
Captain Isaac Davis Highway
11.2 mi
15m
Amvets Highway
7.1 mi
8m
Massachusetts Avenue
6.2 mi
9m
Cambridge Turnpike
3.3 mi
5m
Yankee Division Highway
2.1 mi
2m
Pleasant Street
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Concord Turnpike
— 19.3 mi, about 27m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 240 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~5,778 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,746
Quietest
2 AM
~269 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brockton, MA and Gardner, MA.
1
Start on this road
12 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn left
56 ft·6 sec
3
Turn right onto Church Street
293 ft·15 sec·Church Street
4
Turn left onto MA 28
187 ft·13 sec·Montello Street
5
Turn left onto MA 123
0.1 mi·20 sec·Centre Street
6
Turn right onto Main Street
518 ft·17 sec·Main Street
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto MA 27
1.4 mi·2 min·Pleasant Street
8
Turn right onto MA 27
0.6 mi·1 min·Reynolds Memorial Highway
Use the right lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward MA 24 North: Randolph, Boston
10
Merge onto MA 24
7.1 mi·8 min·Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 41BToward I 93 South, US 1 SouthUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 93; US 1
2.1 mi·2 min·Yankee Division Highway
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
0.6 mi·50 sec·US 1
Exit 1BToward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New HampshireUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 95
18 mi·24 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 45BToward MA 2 West: FitchburgUse the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto MA 2
0.5 mi·44 sec·Concord Highway
17
Continue on MA 2
3.3 mi·5 min·Cambridge Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on MA 2; MA 2A
3.9 mi·6 min·Concord Turnpike
19
Continue on MA 2; MA 2A
0.3 mi·35 sec·Elm Street
20
Enter roundabout onto MA 2; MA 111
407 ft·5 sec·Union Turnpike
21
Continue on MA 2; MA 111
0.6 mi·39 sec·Union Turnpike
22
Continue on MA 2; MA 111
6.2 mi·9 min·Massachusetts Avenue
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
23
Continue on MA 2
0.3 mi·21 sec·George W Stanton Highway
24
Continue on MA 2
11 mi·15 min·Captain Isaac Davis Highway
25
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 2
15 mi·21 min·Concord Turnpike
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 86Toward MA 68: Gardner, Hubbardston
27
Enter roundabout onto MA 68
17 ft·0 sec·Timpany Boulevard
28
Continue on MA 68
276 ft·5 sec·Timpany Boulevard
29
Continue on MA 68
402 ft·8 sec·Donlan Street
30
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 68
196 ft·3 sec·Donlon Street
31
Turn straight onto MA 68
0.4 mi·1 min·Main Street
32
Turn left onto City Hall Avenue
0.2 mi·32 sec·City Hall Avenue
33
At end of road, turn right onto Nichols Street
160 ft·6 sec·Nichols Street
34
Turn right
94 ft·7 sec
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given this drive is comfortably under two hours, it's perfectly suited for a single-day excursion from Brockton to Gardner. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour in Brockton and to allow for a relaxed pace. Since there are no designated stops and it's a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to pull over if you spot something interesting or need a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated $12 cost is based on efficient travel, and local roads can sometimes involve more idling or slower speeds. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for numerous turns, so having your navigation set up before you leave Brockton will be key to a smooth journey.
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 37.5 miles from Brockton, MA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.3 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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 53m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gardner, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brockton, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brockton, MA
This is one driving day of about 75 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Brockton, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Concord Turnpike for about 19.3 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 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 73.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip|~1m in|Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
9
9.8 mi into trip|~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 93 South, US 1 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 41B
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South
9
12.9 mi into trip|~18m in|US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 toward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmou...
7
31.7 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the exit toward MA 2 West: Fitchburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 45B
Toward MA 2 West: Fitchburg
6
73.9 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward MA 68: Gardner, Hubbardston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 86
Toward MA 68: Gardner, Hubbardston
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.30 one way
$26.60 round trip
$4.51/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.90
$14.46
$28.93
premium
$5.29
$15.62
$31.25
diesel
$5.35
$15.80
$31.59
Estimated Tolls: $1.62
Concord Turnpike
(15.4 mi)$1.08
Concord Turnpike
(3.9 mi)$0.27
Cambridge Turnpike
(3.3 mi)$0.23
Union Turnpike
(0.6 mi)$0.04
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
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.5
0
$7.88
$3.60
Efficient EV
18.8
0
$6.56
$3.00
EV Truck/SUV
30
0
$10.50
$4.80
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 May 29, 2026
Origin
Brockton, MA
Afternoon
in Brockton on Wednesday
Local time
3:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
NW 5 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Gardner, MA
Afternoon
in Gardner on Wednesday
Local time
3:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Partly Cloudy
NW 3 mph2% chanceLive 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
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
1h 48m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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.
Minute Man National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
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...
. . . 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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 10.3
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 20.7
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 46.6
Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive characterized by frequent turns rather than sustained highway cruising, given its 0% highway share. The route is designed for local travel, weaving through communities rather than bypassing them. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests you'll be navigating a series of intersections and changes in direction. This kind of driving can feel more engaging, offering a closer look at the towns you pass through as you make your way from Brockton to Gardner.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.3 mi on Concord 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 0.2 miles in near Main Street.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75 miles you will encounter 23 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 0.2 miles (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.9 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,062 ft113 ft
Total Climb
1,161 ft
Total Descent
213 ft
Highest Point
1,062 ft
~75 mi in
Elevation Range
949 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 Brockton, MA to Gardner, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Portsmouth New Hampshire 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.
Top landmarks
•Brockton City Hall — rathaus in Massachusetts, United States
•D.W. Field Park — park in Massachusetts, United States
•Centre and Montello Streets Historic District — historic district in Massachusetts, United States
Gardner is a city of 21,000 people (2019) in Massachusetts. Gardner is known as the "Chair City" and "The Furniture Capital of New England", due to its long history in furniture production.
Top landmarks
•Miss Toy Town Diner
•Elm Street Fire Station — historic fire station at 58 Elm Street in Gardner, Massachusetts, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 75 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). 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 19.3 miles on Concord Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.62 in tolls one way, starting with Concord 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 7 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 Gardner, 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 0.2 miles (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.9 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Minute Man 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 Gardner, MA before heading back.
