Origin
Brockton, MA
Late night in Brockton on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brockton, 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
1h 14m
Distance
48.5 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brockton, MA
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Grafton, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Brockton to Grafton, expect a straightforward 48.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes. Because this is a short trip within the Northeast, you can easily complete the entire drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $8 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route relies entirely on local roads rather than major highways, it is best suited for drivers who prefer a relaxed pace over interstate speeds. This trip is highly manageable for a quick getaway or a necessary commute between these two Massachusetts towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 27 mi | 31m |
| Belmont Street | 3.8 mi | 8m |
| Foundry Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Depot Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| Old Upton Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Hopkinton Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 27 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brockton, MA and Grafton, 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
125 ft
·
5 sec
·
Church Street
4
Turn right
228 ft
·
18 sec
5
At end of road, turn right onto Lincoln Street
149 ft
·
6 sec
·
Lincoln Street
6
Turn straight onto School Street
408 ft
·
15 sec
·
School Street
7
Continue on Frederick Douglass Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Frederick Douglass Avenue
8
At end of road, turn left onto MA 123
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Warren Avenue
9
Turn right onto MA 123
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Belmont Street
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on MA 123
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Belmont Street
11
Turn left onto MA 123; MA 138
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Washington Street
12
Turn right onto Central Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Street
13
Turn right onto MA 123
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Depot Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto MA 106; MA 123
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Foundry Street
15
Turn left onto MA 123
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Foundry Street
16
Continue on MA 123
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 495 North: Marlboro, Mansfield
18
Merge onto I 495
27 mi
·
31 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 54B
Toward West Main Street, Upton
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn straight onto West Main Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
21
Continue on Hopkinton Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Hopkinton Road
22
Continue on High Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
23
Continue on Hartford Avenue North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hartford Avenue North
24
Turn right onto MA 140
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
25
Continue on MA 140
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Upton Street
26
Turn left onto Old Upton Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Upton Road
27
Continue on South Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
28
Turn left onto MA 140
209 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Street
29
Turn slight right onto MA 140
134 ft
·
11 sec
·
Worcester Street
30
Continue on MA 140
31 ft
·
0 sec
·
Worcester Street
31
Arrive at destination
MA 140
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Brockton, 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 38.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Church Street
Turn right onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Lincoln Street
At end of road, turn right onto Lincoln Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
38.7 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward West Main Street, Upton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 54B
Toward West Main Street, Upton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.76 one way
$15.52 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.46 | $16.93 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.21 | $18.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.71 | $21.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.09 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.79 | $3.10 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Grafton, MA
Late night in Grafton on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 14m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way between your starting point and final destination. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, meaning you can leave the stress of high-speed merging behind. Instead, your path follows a series of local roads, including Church Street, Lincoln Street, and School Street. Because this route avoids major expressways, the drive maintains a consistent, steady feel throughout the entire 48.5 miles. Stay alert for frequent turns, as the lack of highway stretches keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.5 miles you will encounter 18 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (Church Street): Navigation decision point; near the start: Navigation decision point.
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.
Between Brockton, MA and Grafton, MA, road signs point toward Mansfield and Upton.
Mansfield
11.5 mi in
|
~24m
Upton
38.7 mi in
|
~55m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 48.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27 miles on I 495. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: Navigation decision point; near the start (Church Street): Navigation decision point; near the start: Navigation decision point.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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