Origin
Carver, MA
Evening in Carver on Friday
Local time
5:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carver, MA to Framingham, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
52.5 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carver, MA
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Framingham, MA
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Trip Overview
Carver, MA to Framingham, MA is 52.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 17 minutes via I 495 and US 44, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward trip within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The route offers a mixed driving experience, primarily utilizing major roadways. Given its relatively short duration and manageable distance, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion. You can expect a practical journey that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 52.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive presents a mixed profile, with 49% of it on highways, suggesting a blend of faster travel and more local road navigation. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 14.9 miles on I 495, allowing for steady progress. The route will likely shift from interstate speeds to more town-centric driving as you approach Framingham. Expect the character of the road to evolve, transitioning from the efficiency of I 495 and US 44 to the surface streets of Main Street in the latter part of your journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 47 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 495 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 58 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.5 miles you will encounter 23 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 (MA 58 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (US 44): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 58 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto MA 58 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward US 44 West
Navigation decision point
Toward US 44 West
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 44
Merge onto US 44
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
27.7 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward MA 140 North: Mansfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31
Toward MA 140 North: Mansfield
6
28.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
MA 140
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 140 toward MA 140 North: Mansfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 31 / Old Exit 12
Toward MA 140 North: Mansfield
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 Carver, MA to Framingham, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
12.4 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 14.9 mi | 17m |
| US 44 | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| MA 140 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Pond Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Rockwood Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 14.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carver, MA and Framingham, MA.
1
Start on this road
200 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto South Meadow Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Meadow Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto MA 58
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on MA 58
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 44 West
6
Merge onto US 44
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
US 44
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Enter roundabout onto US 44
256 ft
·
3 sec
·
Harding Street
8
Continue on US 44
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Harding Street
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 495 North: Marlboro, Boston
10
Merge onto I 495
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 31
Toward MA 140 North: Mansfield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 140
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
MA 140
Exit 31 / Old Exit 12
Toward MA 140 North: Mansfield
13
Continue on MA 140
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Commercial Street
14
Continue on MA 140
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Street
15
Turn left onto MA 140
153 ft
·
3 sec
·
Rockhill Street
16
Turn right onto MA 140
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
17
Continue on MA 140
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Pierce Street
18
Turn right onto MA 115
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Turner Road
19
Continue on MA 115
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Street
20
Continue on MA 115
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Pond Street
21
Continue on MA 115
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Street
22
Enter roundabout onto MA 115
16 ft
·
0 sec
·
Union Street
23
Continue on MA 115
483 ft
·
8 sec
·
Union Street
24
Enter roundabout onto MA 115
60 ft
·
1 sec
·
Rockwood Road
25
Continue on MA 115
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Rockwood Road
26
Continue on MA 115
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Holbrook Street
27
Continue on MA 115
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Baltimore Street
28
Continue on MA 115
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Norfolk Road
29
Continue on MA 115
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Village Street
30
Turn slight left onto MA 115
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Plain Street
31
Turn right onto MA 115
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Exchange Street
32
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 115
258 ft
·
5 sec
·
Exchange Street
33
Continue on MA 115
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Orchard Street
34
Continue on MA 115
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bullard Street
35
At end of road, turn left onto MA 27
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
South Main Street
36
Turn left onto Coolidge Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Coolidge Street
37
At end of road, turn left onto Kendall Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Kendall Avenue
38
Continue on Beaver Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Beaver Street
39
Continue on Beaver Street
191 ft
·
5 sec
·
Beaver Street
40
Continue on Bishop Street
170 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bishop Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
41
Turn left onto Howard Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Howard Street
42
Turn right onto Freeman Street
305 ft
·
15 sec
·
Freeman Street
43
Continue on Frederick Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Frederick Street
44
Turn left
180 ft
·
15 sec
45
Turn right
122 ft
·
10 sec
46
Turn right
5 ft
·
0 sec
47
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Carver, MA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Carver, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Framingham, MA
The final approach into Framingham, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.13 one way
$14.26 round trip
$3.45/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $7.96 | $15.92 |
| premium | $4.15 | $8.58 | $17.16 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $7.75 | $15.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.35 | $3.36 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Framingham, MA
Evening in Framingham on Friday
Local time
5:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Chance Light Rain
N 1 to 12 mph
48% 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
23 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
1h 17m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Carver, MA to Framingham, MA covers 52.5 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, US 44, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 miles from Carver, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.5 miles you will encounter 23 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MA 58 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (US 44): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Carver, MA to Framingham, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Adams National Historical Park. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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