Origin
Foxborough, MA
Evening in Foxborough on Sunday
Local time
6:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Foxborough, MA to Boston, MA
Drive Time
36m
Distance
30 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Foxborough, MA
Phil Evenden
Boston, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
Traveling the 30 miles from Foxborough to Boston is a straightforward journey typically taking about 36 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is ideal as a quick day excursion rather than an overnight stay. You will navigate through the Northeast region using a combination of local roads like Mechanic Street and South Main Street before transitioning onto I-95 North. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $4, the drive is highly economical for those looking to reach the city quickly. This route is best viewed as a practical connector between a suburban setting and the urban center of Boston.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
15 miles from Foxborough, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition off the local roads. Since the highway share is 0%, you won't be cruising on long, uninterrupted interstate stretches; in fact, the longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Mechanic Street. You will find that the road's personality is defined by frequent turns rather than sustained highway speeds. Navigating these local streets requires a steady hand and a focus on maneuvering through the turns that characterize the first portion of your trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mechanic Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Foxborough, MA to Boston, MA is easy. At 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Foxborough, MA to Boston, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanic Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 93 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Yankee Division Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John F | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Station | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincoln Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Mechanic Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Foxborough, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on the route
26 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
164 ft
·
14 sec
3
Turn right onto Mechanic Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Mechanic Street
4
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Main Street
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 North: Boston
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 95 North: Boston
6
Merge slight left
9.1 mi
·
10 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 93 North: Boston
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 93 North: Boston
8
Continue on Yankee Division Highway
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
9
Continue on John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
10
Take the exit slight left toward South Station, Airport
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Station, Airport
11
Keep slight right to continue on South Station
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Station
12
Continue on Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Lincoln Street
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft
·
6 sec
·
Summer Street
14
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Devonshire Street
15
Turn left onto Franklin Street
174 ft
·
8 sec
·
Franklin Street
16
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
Arch Street
17
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft
·
9 sec
·
Milk Street
18
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Washington Street
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Court Street
472 ft
·
20 sec
·
Court Street
20
Turn left onto Tremont Street
335 ft
·
12 sec
·
Tremont Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 36-minute drive with zero planned stops, you have maximum flexibility in your departure timing. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should prioritize comfort and alertness during the local road segments. There is no need to worry about long-distance pacing or extended rest breaks given the quick duration of the trip. To ensure a smooth transition into the city, double-check your navigation before leaving Foxborough, as the reliance on Mechanic Street and South Main Street requires careful attention to signage. Enjoy the simplicity of this short commute into Boston.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15 miles from Foxborough, MA, or about 18m into the drive.
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 30 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boston, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Foxborough, 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 Foxborough, MA
This is one driving day of about 30 miles and 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Foxborough, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15 mi from Foxborough, MA · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Foxborough, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boston, MA
The final approach into Boston, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Boston, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.78 one way
$9.55 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $5.19 | $10.39 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.67 | $11.34 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.66 | $13.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (60% 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
Boston, MA
Evening in Boston on Sunday
Local time
6:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
15 mi in
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
23 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
36m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Foxborough, MA to Boston, MA covers 30 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mechanic Street, South Main Street, I 95 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15 miles from Foxborough, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.78 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.
The drive from Foxborough, MA to Boston, MA is easy. At 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Foxborough, MA to Boston, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Foxborough, MA to Boston, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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