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
45 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Framingham, MA
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Halifax, MA
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If you are planning a trip from Framingham to Halifax, you are looking at a 45-mile journey through the heart of Massachusetts. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 14 minutes behind the wheel for this local transit. Since the entire drive is within the Northeast region, you will remain in a familiar environment for the duration of your trip. With a fuel cost estimate of just $7, this is an affordable excursion that easily fits into a single day. Because the total travel time is relatively short, there is no need for an overnight split, making this a straightforward point-to-point commute.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Amvets Highway | 12.9 mi | 14m |
| West Central Street | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Yankee Division Highway | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| Plymouth Street | 5.3 mi | 10m |
| West Center Street | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| US 1 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Great Plain Avenue | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| West Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham, MA and Halifax, MA.
Start on this road
Turn right
Turn left onto Kendall Street
Turn right
Turn left onto Howard Street
At end of road, turn right onto Bishop Street
Turn left onto MA 135
Continue on MA 135
Continue on MA 16; MA 135
Turn right onto MA 135
Enter roundabout onto MA 135
Continue on MA 135
Continue on MA 135
Turn right onto MA 135
Continue on MA 135
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
Take the exit onto US 1
Take the exit
Continue on MA 24
Take the exit
Turn straight onto MA 106
Continue on MA 106
Turn left onto MA 18; MA 106
Turn right onto MA 106
At end of road, turn right onto MA 106
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.5 miles from Framingham, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 34.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Howard Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 1 toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MA 106 East: West Bridgewater
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$7.20 one way
$14.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.85 | $15.71 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.54 | $17.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.94 | $19.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.94 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.30 | $2.88 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Framingham on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Areas Of Fog then Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Halifax on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
62°F
Canton, MA
23 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you off the major interstates entirely. You will navigate primarily via Kendall Street, Howard Street, and Bishop Street as you make your way toward your destination. This route features a 0% highway share, meaning you should anticipate constant maneuvering rather than high-speed cruising. Without any long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, the character of this drive is defined by frequent turns and local road traffic. It is a practical route for those who prefer staying on surface streets to get from one town to the next.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45 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: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Howard Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.5 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Framingham, MA to Halifax, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Providence along the way.
Providence
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 45 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.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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