Brockton to Russell is 118.6 miles and takes about 2h 32m via Massachusetts Turnpike and I 95, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within Massachusetts the entire time, traversing from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on major highways, making it a good option if you're looking for a quick, no-fuss trip between these two points. Given the relatively short duration, it's easily managed as a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59.3 miles from Brockton, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
81.9 mi
1h 34m
I 95
11.3 mi
15m
Amvets Highway
7.1 mi
8m
Westfield Road
3.8 mi
5m
Russell Road
3.6 mi
6m
Yankee Division Highway
2.1 mi
2m
Pleasant Street
1.4 mi
2m
North Elm Street
1.2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 81.9 mi, about 1h 34m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 173 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~5,570 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,687
Quietest
2 AM
~301 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.5×
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 Russell, 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
11 mi·15 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 39B-AToward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, WestonUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
423 ft·10 sec
Toward I 95 North, MA 128 North, MA 30, I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany New York, Massachusetts Turnpike Toll
17
Continue on this road
351 ft·8 sec·this road
Exit 39 A-BToward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, Weston
18
Continue on this road
411 ft·10 sec·this road
Exit 39 A-BToward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, WestonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 39BToward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New YorkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 90 West, Mass Pike West: Warcester, Albany New York
21
Merge onto I 90
44 mi·50 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
38 mi·43 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 41Toward US 202, MA 10: Westfield, Northampton
24
Keep slight right at fork
262 ft·6 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Merge onto US 202; MA 10
363 ft·8 sec·Southampton Road
Use the right lane.
26
Continue on US 202; MA 10
1.2 mi·3 min·North Elm Street
27
Turn right onto Orange Street
279 ft·14 sec·Orange Street
28
Turn left onto Maple Street
0.1 mi·26 sec·Maple Street
29
Turn right onto US 20
0.8 mi·1 min·Franklin Street
Use the straight lane.
30
Continue on US 20
3.6 mi·6 min·Russell Road
31
Continue on US 20
3.8 mi·5 min·Westfield Road
32
Arrive at destination
US 20
Trip Plan
For this 2.5-hour drive, departing from Brockton in the morning is ideal, allowing you to reach Russell with plenty of daylight. Since the total distance is under 120 miles, you have flexibility with stops, but consider breaking up the 81.9-mile stretch on the Massachusetts Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $19, and plan your refueling accordingly, especially before heading onto longer highway segments. The route is mostly highway, so be prepared for typical interstate driving conditions and traffic patterns.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.3 miles from Brockton, MA, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.9 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 26 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.3 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Russell, 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.
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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 Brockton, MA
This is one driving day of about 118.6 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Brockton, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 81.9 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 27
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.8 and 25.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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...
8
24.8 mi into trip|~35m in
Take the exit toward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, Weston
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 39B-A
Toward I 90, MA 30: Boston, Albany, Newton, Wes...
7
25.1 mi into trip|~35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North, MA 128 North, MA 30, I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany New York, Massachusetts Turnpike Toll
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, MA 128 North, MA 30, I 90 To...
9
25.3 mi into trip|~36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 39B
Toward I 90, Mass Pike: Boston, Albany New York
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.04 one way
$42.07 round trip
$4.51/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.90
$22.87
$45.74
premium
$5.29
$24.71
$49.41
diesel
$5.35
$24.98
$49.96
Estimated Tolls: $4.91
Massachusetts Turnpike
(81.9 mi)$4.91
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
$21
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.6
0
$12.45
$5.69
Efficient EV
29.7
0
$10.38
$4.74
EV Truck/SUV
47.4
0
$16.60
$7.59
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Brockton, MA
Afternoon
in Brockton on Wednesday
Local time
3:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
NW 3 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Russell, MA
Afternoon
in Russell on Wednesday
Local time
3:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Partly Cloudy
NW 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
72°F
Sunderland, MA
59 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 32m 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.
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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
$15
near mile 8.2
Park Closure: In-park transportation via the park trolley is currently unavailable.
Park Closure: Visitor Center and Historic Homes Closed Mondays and Tuesday Starting May 1
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...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 28.6
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 94.1
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 20.5
. . . 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...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 8.2
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...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 28.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 79% of the 118.6 miles on major roadways like the Massachusetts Turnpike and I 95. The longest continuous stretch on these highways is 81.9 miles. Expect a significant portion of the drive to involve highway cruising, with a noticeable shift to surface roads as you get closer to Russell. The high highway percentage suggests frequent exits and interchanges for much of the route.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.9 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.8 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 27 significant decision points across 118.6 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 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; at 24.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
820 ft61 ft
Total Climb
1,062 ft
Total Descent
853 ft
Highest Point
820 ft
~76.3 mi in
Elevation Range
759 ft
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 Russell, MA, road signs point toward Portsmouth New Hampshire, Albany, Newton, Weston, Albany New York and Massachusetts Turnpike Toll - among others.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 118.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 81.9 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.91 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 11 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 Russell, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 24.8 miles: 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 New England National Scenic Trail (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 Russell, MA before heading back.
