Origin
Randolph, MA
Late night in Randolph on Sunday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Randolph, 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
45m
Distance
29 mi
47 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 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Randolph, MA
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Framingham Center, MA
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Trip Overview
Randolph, MA to Framingham Center, MA is 29 miles and takes about 45 minutes via I 95 and Worcester Street, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. You'll experience a mixed drive, so expect some faster highway sections interspersed with local road travel. It's a convenient route for anyone needing to get between these two areas without a significant time commitment or budget.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 9.6 mi | 13m |
| Worcester Street | 8.4 mi | 13m |
| Amvets Highway | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Worcester Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Yankee Division Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Warren Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 1 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Mazzeo Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 9.6 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Randolph, MA and Framingham Center, MA.
1
Start on MA 139
33 ft
·
0 sec
·
Union Street
2
Continue on MA 28; MA 139
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto MA 139
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Warren Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on MA 139
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Mazzeo Drive
5
Continue on MA 139
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Lindelof Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward MA 24 North: Boston
7
Merge onto MA 24
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Amvets Highway
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 41B
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 93; US 1
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
10
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.
11
Merge onto I 95
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
I 95
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 36B
Toward MA 9 West: Framingham
Use the right lane.
13
Merge onto MA 9
8.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Worcester Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on MA 9
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Worcester Road
15
Continue on MA 30
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Worcester Road
16
Turn left onto MA 30
235 ft
·
12 sec
·
Edgell Road
17
Turn sharp right onto High Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
High Street
18
Turn left onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
State Street
19
Turn left
55 ft
·
4 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 28.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 139 / Warren Street
Turn left onto MA 139 / Warren Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
4.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 93 South, US 1 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 41B
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South
9
7.6 mi into trip
|
~11m 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
17.8 mi into trip
|
~25m 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
28.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
High Street
Turn sharp right onto High Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.64 one way
$9.28 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.06 | $10.12 |
| premium | $4.82 | $5.51 | $11.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.40 | $12.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 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 | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
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
3:34 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
1 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
45m 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?
This drive offers a mixed profile, with about 35% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches like the 9.6-mile segment on I 95, which provides a chance to make good time. As you transition from the interstate to roads like Worcester Street and Amvets Highway, the character shifts to a more local driving experience. Expect varying traffic patterns and speed limits as you navigate through more populated areas.
35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 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?
10/10
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 0.2 miles in near MA 139 / Warren Street.
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 13 decision points packed into just 29 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MA 139 / Warren Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 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 Randolph, MA to Framingham Center, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Portsmouth New Hampshire along the way.
Portsmouth New Hampshire
7.6 mi in
|
~11m
|
via US 1
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 29 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 0.2 miles (MA 139 / Warren Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area and Boston National Historical Park (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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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