Origin
North Lakeville, MA
Morning in North Lakeville on Sunday
Local time
10:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Lakeville, 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
30m
Distance
17.1 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Lakeville, MA
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Brockton, MA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 17.1-mile drive from North Lakeville to Brockton, Massachusetts, is designed for a single day. Expect the journey to take about 30 minutes, making it an easy local trip. With no highway driving involved, this route sticks to local roads, specifically Bedford Street, North Main Street, and Main Street. The estimated fuel cost is a low $3, reflecting the short distance and lack of extensive highway use. This quick drive through the Northeast region is perfect for a short excursion or a simple commute, offering a hassle-free travel experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bedford Street | 8.8 mi | 15m |
| North Main Street | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Crooked Lane | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Stetson Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Nicholas Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Central Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Bedford Street
— 8.8 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Lakeville, MA and Brockton, MA.
1
Start on Nicholas Road
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Nicholas Road
2
Turn left onto Stetson Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Stetson Street
3
Continue on Crooked Lane
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Crooked Lane
4
Turn right onto MA 18
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Bedford Street
5
Enter roundabout onto MA 18; MA 28
442 ft
·
5 sec
·
Bedford Street
6
Continue on MA 18; MA 28
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Bedford Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Continue on MA 18; MA 28; MA 104
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Central Square
8
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 28
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto MA 28
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
North Main Street
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto Church Street
409 ft
·
13 sec
·
Church Street
11
Turn uturn
68 ft
·
7 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 17 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Stetson Street
Turn left onto Stetson Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
MA 18 / Bedford Street
Turn right onto MA 18 / Bedford Street
Navigation decision point
6
9.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
MA 28 / Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 28 / Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
12.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
MA 28 / North Main Street
Turn right onto MA 28 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
17 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.74 one way
$5.47 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.98 | $5.97 |
| premium | $4.82 | $3.25 | $6.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.78 | $7.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Morning in Brockton on Sunday
Local time
10:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 3 to 12 mph
11% chance
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
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
30m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' so be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating surface streets for the entire 17.1 miles. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 8.8 miles along Bedford Street, offering a brief period of consistent travel before the turns resume. You'll primarily be on Bedford Street, North Main Street, and Main Street, giving you a feel for the local infrastructure and traffic patterns throughout the drive.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.8 mi on Bedford Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Stetson Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 17.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.2 miles (Stetson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (MA 18 / Bedford Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (MA 28 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 17.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.8 miles on Bedford Street. 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 Brockton, 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 0.2 miles (Stetson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (MA 18 / Bedford Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (MA 28 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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