Granby, MA to Boston, MA is 89 miles and takes about 1h 56m via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward trip entirely within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its relatively short duration and mostly highway profile, it's an ideal one-day drive for anyone needing to get from the Granby area to Boston efficiently. You'll find the fuel costs are quite manageable for this distance, making it an economical option for a quick transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.5 miles from Granby, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
79 mi
1h 33m
East Street
2.4 mi
4m
Fuller Street
1.4 mi
2m
Rood Street
1.1 mi
2m
Ferry Hill Road
1 mi
2m
South Street
0.8 mi
2m
Center Street
0.8 mi
2m
Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 79 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Granby, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on US 202
0.2 mi·28 sec·State Street
2
Turn left onto Ferry Hill Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Ferry Hill Road
3
Continue on South Street
0.8 mi·2 min·South Street
4
Continue on East Street
2.4 mi·4 min·East Street
5
Turn left onto Fuller Street
1.4 mi·2 min·Fuller Street
6
Continue on Rood Street
1.1 mi·2 min·Rood Street
7
Turn right onto MA 21
0.8 mi·2 min·Center Street
8
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·18 sec
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 90
79 mi·1 hr 33 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
512 ft·12 sec
Exit 134C-B-AToward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, QuincyUse the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 134AToward South Station
13
Turn left onto Kneeland Street
525 ft·22 sec·Kneeland Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
0.3 mi·53 sec·Lincoln Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft·3 sec·Summer Street
16
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·Devonshire Street
17
Turn left onto Franklin Street
173 ft·8 sec·Franklin Street
18
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft·20 sec·Arch Street
19
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft·11 sec·Milk Street
20
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi·32 sec·Washington Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto Court Street
473 ft·20 sec·Court Street
22
Turn left onto Tremont Street
333 ft·11 sec·Tremont Street
23
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Trip Plan
For this 1h 56m drive, leaving in the morning is generally best to avoid afternoon traffic, especially as you approach Boston. Since it's under two hours and you have no recommended stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $14, so topping up before you get on the Massachusetts Turnpike is a good idea. Remember that the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 79 miles, so plan your comfort breaks accordingly before you hit that segment.
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 44.5 miles from Granby, MA, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79 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 20 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.5 miles or 1h 1m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boston, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Granby, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Granby, MA
This is one driving day of about 89 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Granby, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 79 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.8 and 88 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
7.8 mi into trip|~16m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
5
8.6 mi into trip|~18m 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
87.6 mi into trip|~1h 52m 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
87.7 mi into trip|~1h 52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward South Station
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 134A
Toward South Station
5
88 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|Kneeland Street
Turn left onto Kneeland Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.24 one way
$28.49 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$15.53
$31.07
premium
$4.82
$16.90
$33.80
diesel
$5.61
$19.65
$39.30
Estimated Tolls: $4.74
Massachusetts Turnpike
(79 mi)$4.74
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
$14
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.7
0
$9.34
$4.27
Efficient EV
22.3
0
$7.79
$3.56
EV Truck/SUV
35.6
0
$12.46
$5.70
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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 Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Granby, MA
Morning
in Granby on Tuesday
Local time
6:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Boston, MA
Morning
in Boston on Tuesday
Local time
6:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Worcester, MA
45 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
3 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 56m 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.
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 89
Park Closure: Great Hall of Faneuil Hall
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
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...
. . . 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...
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...
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 76.7
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely highway, with 89% of the 89 miles on high-speed roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 79 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike before transitioning to surface streets. Expect to see a high density of exits on the Turnpike section, requiring constant attention to your navigation. Once you leave the Turnpike, you'll navigate through local roads like East Street and Fuller Street.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and East Street. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
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 89 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 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 89 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.74 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 10 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 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: at 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Boston National Historical Park, New England National Scenic Trail 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.
