Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
47 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sandwich, MA
Costin Cerednicenco
Brockton, MA
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This straightforward 47-mile drive from Sandwich, MA to Brockton, MA takes about 1 hour and 4 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on I-495 and MA-25, with Amvets Highway also playing a role. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, this is an economical journey across Massachusetts. The route is largely highway-focused, offering a consistent driving experience. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's an easy trip to complete in a single day without needing an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 18.7 mi | 21m |
| MA 25 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Amvets Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Sandwich Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Belmont Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Route 6A | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| MA 28 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Sandwich, MA and Brockton, MA.
Start on Jarves Street
Turn left onto MA 6A
Continue on MA 6A
Continue on Sandwich Road
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
Continue on MA 28
Continue on MA 25
Continue on I 495
Take the exit
Merge onto MA 24
Take the exit
Turn straight onto MA 123
At end of road, turn left onto MA 123
Turn right onto Church Street
Turn uturn
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.5 miles from Sandwich, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.2 and 47 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit toward MA 24 North: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward MA 123 East: Brockton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto MA 123 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Regular Gas
$7.52 one way
$15.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.20 | $16.41 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.92 | $17.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Sandwich on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Cloudy then Areas Of Fog
Destination
Late night in Brockton on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Mostly Cloudy then Areas Of Fog
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused drive for about 66% of this 47-mile route. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I-495, including an uninterrupted stretch of 18.7 miles. While primarily an interstate experience, the inclusion of MA-25 and Amvets Highway will offer some variation. The road's personality is geared towards efficient travel, with clear signage and steady speeds for most of the journey. It's a drive designed for getting from point A to point B without many detours.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and MA 25. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in near MA 28.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 4m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.2 miles (MA 28): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 35.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 43.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Sandwich is on Cape Cod in Massachusetts at the east end of the Cape Cod Canal, and includes the villages of East Sandwich and Forestdale. It is the oldest town on the Cape, settled in 1637. Sandwich is famous for the glassware produced here in the 1800s. It is also home to numerous gift and antique stores, art galleries, and rare book stores.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 47 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.
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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