Origin
Framingham, MA
Evening in Framingham on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Framingham, MA to Arlington, MA
Drive Time
35m
Distance
19.1 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
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6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Framingham, MA
Phil Evenden
Arlington, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel the 19.1 miles from Framingham to Arlington, expect a straightforward journey that typically takes about 35 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Frederick Street, Concord Street, and Cochituate Road to reach your destination within the Northeast. With a fuel cost estimate of just $3, it is an economical route for a quick commute or visit. Because this is a local drive, you have the flexibility to head out whenever it best fits your schedule.
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
9.6 miles from Framingham, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies entirely on local roads, meaning you will experience a 0% highway share during your transit. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment on Frederick Street is essentially zero miles. Navigating through these streets requires your full attention due to the constant turns required to connect your path. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that stays off the major expressways entirely.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Frederick 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 Framingham, MA to Arlington, MA is easy. At 35m 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 Framingham, MA to Arlington, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Concord Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cochituate Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 90 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Massachusetts Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MA 30 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Frederick Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham, MA and Arlington, MA.
1
Start on the route
7 ft
·
6 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
121 ft
·
14 sec
3
Turn left
180 ft
·
19 sec
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Frederick Street
328 ft
·
18 sec
·
Frederick Street
5
Turn right onto Concord Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
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Concord Street
6
Continue on Concord Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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Concord Street
7
Turn slight right onto Cochituate Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Cochituate Road
8
Take the ramp straight toward I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Boston
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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I 90 East: Boston
10
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
5.7 mi
·
6 min
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Massachusetts Turnpike
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode Island
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
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I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode Island
12
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
13
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Waltham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 95 North: Waltham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
15
Keep slight right to continue on MA 30: Newton, Weston
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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MA 30: Newton, Weston
16
Keep slight right to continue on MA 30 East: Newton
131 ft
·
4 sec
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MA 30 East: Newton
17
Turn slight right onto Commonwealth Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Commonwealth Avenue
18
Turn left onto Lexington Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lexington Street
19
Continue on Moody Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Moody Street
20
Turn right onto Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
21
Turn left onto Linden Street
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
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Linden Street
22
Keep slight right to continue on Waverley Oaks Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Waverley Oaks Road
23
Turn right onto Trapelo Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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Trapelo Road
24
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
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Pleasant Street
25
Turn left onto Maple Street
446 ft
·
22 sec
·
Maple Street
26
Turn right
318 ft
·
23 sec
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 35-minute trip with zero planned stops, you have maximum flexibility in your departure time. You should keep an eye on local traffic patterns, as relying solely on local roads like Cochituate and Concord can be sensitive to congestion. Because your fuel budget is minimal at $3, you won't need to worry about complex refueling logistics along the way. Your best strategy is to map your specific turns ahead of time, given the route's heavy reliance on local street navigation rather than highway signage. Enjoy the simplicity of this quick hop through the Massachusetts landscape.
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 9.6 miles from Framingham, MA, or about 17m 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 19.1 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.6 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Framingham, 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 Framingham, MA
This is one driving day of about 19.1 miles and 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Framingham, 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 9.6 mi from Framingham, MA · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 19.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.6 miles from Framingham, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, MA
The final approach into Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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
$3.04 one way
$6.08 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.31 | $6.61 |
| premium | $4.80 | $3.61 | $7.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.24 | $8.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Arlington, MA
Evening in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
10 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
3 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
35m 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 Framingham, MA to Arlington, MA covers 19.1 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Frederick Street, Concord Street, Cochituate Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.6 miles from Framingham, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.04 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 Framingham, MA to Arlington, MA is easy. At 35m 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 Framingham, MA to Arlington, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Framingham, MA to Arlington, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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