Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
59.1 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
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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Rockport, MA
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This 59.1-mile drive from Framingham to Rockport, MA, is estimated to take about 1 hour and 25 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With no highway driving and a fuel cost around $9, it's an economical and straightforward excursion. You'll navigate primarily local roads like Frederick Street, Concord Street, and Cochituate Road, so expect a more hands-on driving experience. This route stays within the Northeast region, specifically Massachusetts, offering a contained journey. It's ideal for those who prefer a direct, turn-by-turn approach over high-speed travel.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Yankee Division Highway | 45.1 mi | 1h 1m |
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Concord Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| Eastern Avenue | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Cochituate Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Frederick Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham, MA and Rockport, MA.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left
At end of road, turn left onto Frederick Street
Turn right onto MA 126
Continue on MA 126
Turn slight right onto MA 30
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 90
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Continue on this road
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 128
Enter roundabout onto MA 128
Continue on MA 128
Enter roundabout onto MA 128
Continue on MA 128
Turn left onto MA 127
Continue on MA 127
Continue on MA 127A
Continue on Broadway Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 29.6 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 35.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto Frederick Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 128 / Yankee Division Highway toward MA 128 North: Gloucester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$9.46 one way
$18.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.31 | $20.63 |
| premium | $4.82 | $11.22 | $22.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.34
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Framingham on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Areas Of Fog then Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Rockport on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
56°F
Lexington, MA
30 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.
This journey is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be actively navigating through towns and local thoroughfares for the entire 59.1 miles. There isn't a 'longest stretch' indicated, suggesting frequent intersections and changes in direction. The profile implies a continuous engagement with the road, requiring your attention as you transition from one local road to the next. This isn't a route for autopilot; it's about experiencing the progression through local communities.
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 near Frederick Street.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.1 miles you will encounter 17 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 (Frederick Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.3 miles: 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.
Between Framingham, MA and Rockport, MA, road signs point toward Providence Rhode Island, Portsmouth New Hampshire and New Hampshire.
Providence Rhode Island
Portsmouth New Hampshire
New Hampshire
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 59.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m 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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