Origin
Oxford, MA
Late night in Oxford on Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, MA to Framingham Center, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
30.7 mi
49 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, MA
Michael D Beckwith
Framingham Center, MA
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Trip Overview
This 31.7-mile drive from Oxford to Framingham Center, Massachusetts, should take about 34 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $5, this journey offers a straightforward way to travel between two points within the Northeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads, including Sutton Avenue and Washington Street, with a significant portion on US 20 East. Given its short duration and local road focus, you won't need an overnight stay. Expect a practical, turn-heavy local drive that gets you where you need to go efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 17.1 mi | 19m |
| I 395 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Washington Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Worcester Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Sutton Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Cutoff | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| High Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 17.1 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, MA and Framingham Center, MA.
1
Start on MA 12
100 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Sutton Avenue
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Sutton Avenue
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
4
Merge onto I 395
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 395
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 11A
Toward US 20 East: Shrewsbury
6
Merge onto US 20
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Street
7
Continue on US 20
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
Southwest Cutoff
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 90, MA 146
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 90
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 90 East
11
Merge onto I 90
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 111
Toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
14
Merge onto MA 9
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Worcester Road
15
Take the exit
459 ft
·
12 sec
16
Turn slight left onto High Street
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
High Street
17
Turn right onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
State Street
18
Turn left
55 ft
·
4 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Sutton Avenue
Turn right onto Sutton Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
5.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward US 20 East: Shrewsbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 11A
Toward US 20 East: Shrewsbury
5
9.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 90, MA 146
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90, MA 146
5
10 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 90
8
27.7 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
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 111
Toward MA 9: Framingham, Southboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.91 one way
$9.83 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.36 | $10.72 |
| premium | $4.82 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.03
Massachusetts Turnpike
(17.1 mi)
$1.03
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
5 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
42m 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?
Prepare for a distinctly turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway miles to speak of. The majority of your journey will be on roads like Sutton Avenue, US 20 East, and Washington Street. Since there are no long highway stretches, you'll be navigating a series of intersections and local traffic patterns throughout the 31.7 miles. This means you'll be constantly engaged with the road, making it feel more like a series of connected town drives than an open highway cruise. The character of the drive remains consistent, focusing on local thoroughfares.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.1 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 395. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Sutton Avenue.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 30.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sutton Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Oxford, MA to Framingham Center, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Southboro along the way.
Southboro
27.7 mi in
|
~35m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 30.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.1 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.03 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 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: near the start (Sutton Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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