Origin
Milton, MA
Late night in Milton on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milton, MA to Framingham Center, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
28.2 mi
45 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milton, MA
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Framingham Center, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Milton to Framingham Center, expect a quick 34.7-mile journey that typically takes about 40 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. With a fuel cost estimate of just $6, it remains a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two points in Massachusetts. You will primarily utilize Randolph Avenue, I-93 South, and the Yankee Division Highway to complete the transit. Because this is a short, straightforward regional drive within the Northeast, you can easily fit it into your schedule without extensive logistical planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 9.6 mi | 13m |
| Worcester Street | 8.4 mi | 13m |
| Yankee Division Highway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Randolph Avenue | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Worcester Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| US 1 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| High Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 9.6 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milton, MA and Framingham Center, MA.
1
Start on Lodge Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Lodge Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto Randolph Avenue
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Randolph Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Canton
4
Merge onto I 93; US 1
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 1
Exit 1B
Toward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 95
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
I 95
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 36B
Toward MA 9 West: Framingham
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto MA 9
8.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Worcester Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on MA 9
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Worcester Road
10
Continue on MA 30
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Worcester Road
11
Turn left onto MA 30
235 ft
·
12 sec
·
Edgell Road
12
Turn sharp right onto High Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
High Street
13
Turn left onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
State Street
14
Turn left
55 ft
·
4 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 27.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Randolph Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Randolph Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 93; US 1 / Yankee Division Highway
Merge onto I 93; US 1 / Yankee Division Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
6.7 mi into trip
|
~9m 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...
7
16.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward MA 9 West: Framingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 36B
Toward MA 9 West: Framingham
6
27.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
High Street
Turn sharp right onto High Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.51 one way
$9.03 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.92 | $9.84 |
| premium | $4.82 | $5.35 | $10.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.23 | $12.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Framingham Center, MA
Late night in Framingham Center on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
44m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway share. You will navigate a series of local roads that require your full attention behind the wheel. Because the path is composed entirely of surface streets, there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of open road to settle into. Instead, the journey focuses on maneuverability and frequent adjustments, which keeps the experience engaging throughout the 40-minute duration. It is a practical, functional drive that relies on local navigation rather than high-speed highway transit.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Randolph Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 28.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Randolph Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (I 93; US 1 / Yankee Division Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Milton, MA to Framingham Center, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Portsmouth New Hampshire along the way.
Portsmouth New Hampshire
6.7 mi in
|
~9m
|
via US 1
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 28.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.6 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Framingham Center, 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 0.1 miles (Randolph Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (I 93; US 1 / Yankee Division Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Framingham Center, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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