Origin
Brookfield, MA
Late night in Brookfield on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookfield, MA to Boston, 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 31m
Distance
68.2 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookfield, MA
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Boston, MA
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Trip Overview
Brookfield, MA to Boston, MA is 68.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 31 minutes via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive primarily on the Massachusetts Turnpike, connecting two points within the Northeast region. Given its relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing you to get from point A to point B efficiently. You can expect a quick transit, making it a practical choice for commuting, visiting, or continuing onward.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.1 miles from Brookfield, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 55.6 mi | 1h 6m |
| Fiskdale Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Brookfield Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Wilbur Cross Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Charlton Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Upper River Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 55.6 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookfield, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on this road
193 ft
·
19 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Common Street
79 ft
·
5 sec
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Common Street
3
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
197 ft
·
13 sec
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Lincoln Street
4
Turn left onto MA 148
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Upper River Street
5
Continue on MA 148
3.7 mi
·
6 min
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Fiskdale Road
6
Continue on MA 148
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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Brookfield Road
7
Turn left onto US 20
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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Main Street
8
Continue on US 20
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Charlton Road
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
10
Merge onto I 84
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Wilbur Cross Highway
11
Merge onto I 90
56 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
512 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 134C-B-A
Toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, Quincy
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 134A
Toward South Station
14
Turn left onto Kneeland Street
525 ft
·
22 sec
·
Kneeland Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Lincoln Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft
·
3 sec
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Summer Street
17
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
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Devonshire Street
18
Turn left onto Franklin Street
173 ft
·
8 sec
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Franklin Street
19
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft
·
20 sec
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Arch Street
20
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft
·
11 sec
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Milk Street
21
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
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Washington Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto Court Street
473 ft
·
20 sec
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Court Street
23
Turn left onto Tremont Street
333 ft
·
11 sec
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Tremont Street
24
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over an hour and a half, this is a flexible trip you can easily tackle in a single day. Leaving Brookfield, MA, aim to get onto the Massachusetts Turnpike as soon as practical. Since the longest stretch without a major turn is over 55 miles, consider fueling up before you begin your main highway segment to ensure comfort. There are no specific recommended stops mentioned, so you have the freedom to depart at your convenience and arrive in Boston without needing to plan for overnight stays.
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 34.1 miles from Brookfield, MA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.6 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 15 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 48m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boston, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Brookfield, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brookfield, MA
This is one driving day of about 68.2 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Brookfield, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 55.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Brookfield, 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 66.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Common Street
Turn left onto Common Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Lincoln Street
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
Navigation decision point
5
11.2 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
66.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, Quincy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 134C-B-A
Toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshi...
6
66.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward South Station
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 134A
Toward South Station
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.91 one way
$21.83 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $11.90 | $23.81 |
| premium | $4.82 | $12.95 | $25.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.06 | $30.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.34
Massachusetts Turnpike
(55.6 mi)
$3.34
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
$11
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.55 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Boston, MA
Late night in Boston on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Areas Of Fog
N 3 mph
1% chance
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
14 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 31m 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.
Boston National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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.
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 68.2
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
Park Closure: Great Hall of Faneuil Hall
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
$15
near mile 65.8
View on nps.gov
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
. . . 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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 68.2
View on nps.gov
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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 56.4
View on nps.gov
Salem Maritime National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 68.2
View on nps.gov
Lowell National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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 58.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 82% of it utilizing high-speed roads. You'll spend most of your time on the Massachusetts Turnpike, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 55.6 miles. The journey begins on local roads like Fiskdale Road and Brookfield Road before merging onto the Turnpike. Expect a consistent driving experience with minimal distractions as you navigate this primarily expressway-style route towards Boston.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.6 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Fiskdale Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Common Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.2 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 (Common Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Lincoln Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Boston, MA
Full guide →A city of history and tradition, Boston offers a proud legacy of culture, education, and numerous sporting championships. The "shining city on a hill"s independent spirit has been displayed to the world ever since colonists were angry over a British tax on their beloved tea and dumped shiploads of it into the harbor in protest. In the early 1600s, the peninsula in Massachusetts that would become known as Boston was controlled by Native Americans until John Smith (English soldier, explorer, colonial governor, Admiral of New England, and author) named the area New England to attract European settlers. Boston was founded in 1630 by John Winthrop, making it one of the oldest cities in the U.S. No other American city has made more of an effort to preserve its history, and you'll find buildings that pre-date the republic dotted throughout the region.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 68.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.6 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.34 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.
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 Boston, 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: near the start (Common Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Lincoln Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 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 Boston, 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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