This 131.5-mile journey from Otis, MA to Brockton, MA is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes. With 69% of the route on major highways, including the Massachusetts Turnpike and the Yankee Division Highway, you'll experience a generally efficient trip. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $21, making it a budget-friendly option for a day trip within the Northeast region. This route offers a practical way to travel between these two Massachusetts locations without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.8 miles from Otis, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
81.9 mi
1h 34m
Yankee Division Highway
12.1 mi
16m
Amvets Highway
7.3 mi
8m
US 20
5.7 mi
10m
Otis Stage Road
5.5 mi
8m
East Otis Road
4.1 mi
6m
US 1
3.1 mi
4m
Blandford Road
2.8 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 81.9 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Otis, MA and Brockton, MA.
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Start on MA 23
3.7 mi·5 min·East Otis Road
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Continue on MA 23
0.4 mi·37 sec·East Otis Road
3
Continue on MA 23
5.5 mi·8 min·Otis Stage Road
4
Continue on MA 23
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
5
Continue on MA 23
1.7 mi·3 min·Woronoco Road
6
Continue on MA 23
2.8 mi·4 min·Blandford Road
7
Turn right onto US 20
5.7 mi·10 min·US 20
8
Turn left onto Maple Street
0.1 mi·26 sec·Maple Street
9
At end of road, turn right onto Orange Street
279 ft·14 sec·Orange Street
10
Turn left onto US 202; MA 10
343 ft·11 sec·Elm Street
11
Turn slight right onto US 202; MA 10
0.4 mi·1 min·Union Avenue
12
Merge onto US 202; MA 10
0.8 mi·2 min·North Elm Street
13
Turn right
0.1 mi·22 sec
14
Turn left onto Friendlys Way
355 ft·12 sec·Friendlys Way
15
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·19 sec·this road
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·35 sec
17
Merge onto I 90
82 mi·1 hr 34 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 123Toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode IslandUse the slight right lane.
19
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·28 sec·this road
20
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·22 sec·this road
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 95 South: Dedham, Providence Rhode IslandUse the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
12 mi·16 min·Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Take the exit onto US 1
3.1 mi·4 min·US 1
Exit 26Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: BostonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 4Toward MA 24 South: Fall RiverUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on MA 24
7.3 mi·8 min·Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi·59 sec
Exit 33AToward MA 27 South: BrocktonUse the right lane.
27
Turn straight onto MA 27
425 ft·8 sec·Reynolds Memorial Highway
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Continue on MA 27
0.7 mi·1 min·Reynolds Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
29
Turn slight left onto MA 27
1.2 mi·2 min·Pleasant Street
Use the left lane.
30
Turn right onto Warren Avenue
0.3 mi·51 sec·Warren Avenue
31
Turn left onto West Elm Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·West Elm Street
32
Turn left onto Main Street
514 ft·14 sec·Main Street
33
Turn right onto Church Street
409 ft·13 sec·Church Street
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Turn uturn
68 ft·7 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 53-minute duration, departing Otis, MA in the morning is recommended to maximize your time in Brockton. With only one recommended stop and a highway-focused profile, you can easily complete this drive without needing to break it up. The fuel cost is estimated at $21, so ensure your tank is sufficiently filled before you begin, especially considering the longest stretch of 81.9 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike where services might be less frequent. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, particularly as you approach the Brockton area.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.8 miles from Otis, MA, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.9 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 29 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.8 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brockton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Otis, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Otis, MA
This is one driving day of about 131.5 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Otis, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 81.9 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 104.5 and 128.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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104.5 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 123
Toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providen...
9
105.3 mi into trip|~2h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Dedham, Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Dedham, Providence Rhode Isl...
8
117.7 mi into trip|~2h 33m in|US 1
Take the exit onto US 1 toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 26
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
7
120.9 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
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128.6 mi into trip|~2h 46m in
Take the exit toward MA 27 South: Brockton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 33A
Toward MA 27 South: Brockton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.05 one way
$42.09 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$22.95
$45.90
premium
$4.82
$24.97
$49.94
diesel
$5.61
$29.03
$58.07
Estimated Tolls: $4.92
Massachusetts Turnpike
(81.9 mi)$4.92
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
$21
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.4
0
$13.81
$6.31
Efficient EV
32.9
0
$11.51
$5.26
EV Truck/SUV
52.6
0
$18.41
$8.42
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Otis, MA
Night
in Otis on Saturday
Local time
9:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brockton, MA
Night
in Brockton on Saturday
Local time
9:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 53m 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.
Adams National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
$15
near mile 122.5
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 104.3
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 31.8
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.
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 108.9
. . . 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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 122.5
Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
Free
near mile 104.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a largely highway-oriented experience on this route, with a significant 69% of the drive utilizing major roadways like the Massachusetts Turnpike and the Yankee Division Highway. You'll encounter an 81.9-mile stretch on the Massachusetts Turnpike, offering a consistent, high-speed driving environment. While the profile is primarily highway-focused, be prepared for transitions as you move between these main arteries. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed for covering distance with fewer interruptions.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.9 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Yankee Division Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 104.5 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 131.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 104.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.7 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Otis, MA to Brockton, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Providence Rhode Island along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 131.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 81.9 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.92 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.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 104.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.7 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and New England National Scenic Trail (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.
