Origin
Monument Beach, MA
Late night in Monument Beach on Sunday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monument Beach, MA to Brockton, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
43.7 mi
70 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monument Beach, MA
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Brockton, MA
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Trip Overview
This 43.7-mile journey from Monument Beach to Brockton, MA, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in under an hour, making it perfect for a single-day trip. Primarily utilizing I-495 and MA-25, with a section of Amvets Highway, this route is heavily focused on highway travel. With an estimated fuel cost of around $7, it's an economical option for a quick regional hop within Massachusetts. The drive offers a direct connection between two points in the Northeast region, characterized by its highway-focused profile. It’s a practical choice for those needing to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 18.7 mi | 21m |
| MA 25 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Amvets Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Belmont Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Shore Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| MA 28 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Trowbridge Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 18.7 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monument Beach, MA and Brockton, MA.
1
Start on Pine Street
223 ft
·
15 sec
·
Pine Street
2
Turn left onto Linwood Avenue
452 ft
·
21 sec
·
Linwood Avenue
3
Turn right onto Shore Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Shore Road
4
Continue on Trowbridge Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trowbridge Road
5
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
MA 28
6
Continue on MA 28
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 28
7
Continue on MA 25
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
MA 25
8
Continue on I 495
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19A
Toward MA 24 North: Boston
10
Merge onto MA 24
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 31A
Toward MA 123 East: Brockton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto MA 123
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Belmont Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto MA 123
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Church Street
409 ft
·
13 sec
·
Church Street
15
Turn uturn
68 ft
·
7 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.9 miles from Monument Beach, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 43.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Linwood Avenue
Turn left onto Linwood Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
32.1 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward MA 24 North: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 19A
Toward MA 24 North: Boston
7
40.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward MA 123 East: Brockton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31A
Toward MA 123 East: Brockton
6
43.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
MA 123 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 123 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
43.7 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.99 one way
$13.99 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.63 | $15.25 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.30 | $16.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.65 | $19.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Brockton, MA
Late night in Brockton on Sunday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
16 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
58m 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 highway-intensive experience on this 58-minute drive, with 67% of the route being on major roadways like I-495 and MA-25. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.7 miles along I-495, allowing for a consistent pace. This highway-focused profile means you'll spend most of your time on faster-moving roads designed for efficiency rather than leisurely sightseeing. While there might be transitions onto local roads like Amvets Highway, the overall character is that of a clear, direct path.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.7 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and MA 25. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Linwood Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 43.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Linwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 43.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.7 miles on I 495. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (Linwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, New Bedford Whaling 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 Brockton, 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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