Origin
Groveland, MA
Afternoon in Groveland on Friday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Groveland, MA to Boston, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
32.8 mi
53 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 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Groveland, MA
Mathias Reding
Boston, MA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 32.8-mile drive from Groveland, MA, to Boston, MA, will take you about 49 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward journey within the Northeast region, making it an ideal day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-95 and the Northeast Expressway, with a highway share of 47%, offering a mix of driving experiences. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, this trip is very budget-friendly. Given its short distance and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays; you can easily fit this into a single day's itinerary.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 32.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 47% of it being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.3 miles on I-95. As you transition from I-95 to roads like Broadway and the Northeast Expressway, the driving experience will evolve. While there are significant highway portions, the integration of other main roads means you'll experience a variety of traffic conditions and speed changes. This isn't a purely monotonous interstate journey; it's a practical commute connecting two points in Massachusetts.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.3 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 5.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 32.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Peabody, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 South: Peabody, Boston
5
5.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
17.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward US 1 South: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 66
Toward US 1 South: Boston
7
31 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Somerville, Charlestown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Somerville, Charlestown
5
32.2 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
New Chardon Street
Turn right onto New Chardon Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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 Groveland, MA to Boston, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Charlestown along the way.
Charlestown
31 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| Broadway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Northeast Expressway | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 3 mi | 6m |
| Tobin Bridge | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| School Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Bennett Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Newbury Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 11.3 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Groveland, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on MA 97
120 ft
·
4 sec
·
Gardner Street
2
Continue on MA 97
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
School Street
3
Continue on MA 97
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Salem Street
4
Continue on MA 97
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
West Main Street
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Peabody, Boston
6
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 66
Toward US 1 South: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto US 1
195 ft
·
3 sec
·
Newburyport Turnpike
9
Continue on US 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Newbury Street
10
Continue on US 1
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Broadway
11
Continue on US 1; MA 129
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Newburyport Turnpike
12
Continue on US 1; MA 129
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Newburyport Turnpike
14
Continue on US 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Bennett Highway
Toward Boston
15
Continue on US 1
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cutler Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 1
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 1
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Tobin Bridge
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 93 North: Somerville, Charlestown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto MA 99
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
New Rutherford Avenue
20
Continue on MA 99
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Washington Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Turn right onto New Chardon Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
New Chardon Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto Bulfinch Place
492 ft
·
18 sec
·
Bulfinch Place
23
Turn right onto Sudbury Street
121 ft
·
6 sec
·
Sudbury Street
24
Turn left onto Cambridge Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Cambridge Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Continue on Tremont Street
190 ft
·
6 sec
·
Tremont Street
Use the straight lane.
26
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from Groveland, MA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Groveland, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boston, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Boston, MA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.25 one way
$10.50 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.72 | $11.45 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.05
Newburyport Turnpike
(0.7 mi)
$0.05
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$0
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Afternoon in Boston on Friday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
20 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
49m 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 Groveland, MA to Boston, MA covers 32.8 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Broadway, Northeast Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.4 miles from Groveland, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.25 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 is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 32.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Groveland, MA to Boston, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Charlestown along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Boston National Historical Park, Salem Maritime National Historical Park and Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area. 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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