Trip from North Andover, MA to Brockton, MA

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Drive Time

1h 11m

Distance

52.4 mi

84 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 17 min

4 AM

1h 6m ★

6 AM

1h 11m

8 AM

1h 23m

10 AM

1h 15m

12 PM

1h 14m

3 PM

1h 16m

5 PM

1h 22m

8 PM

1h 8m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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North Andover, MA

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Brockton, MA

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 52.4-mile drive from North Andover, MA, to Brockton, MA, will take approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-93 and the Southeast Expressway, followed by Amvets Highway, this route is a solid option for a day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $8, making it an economical journey. Given its relatively short distance and highway focus, it's perfectly manageable in a single day. You'll be traversing within the Northeast region of Massachusetts for the entirety of this trip.

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

26.2 miles from North Andover, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for about 77% of this 52.4-mile journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.1 miles on I-93, offering a consistent pace. This route is characterized by its efficient, direct nature, moving you quickly between your starting point in North Andover and your destination in Brockton. While primarily on major arteries, be prepared for the typical traffic patterns associated with these expressways.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 93 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and Southeast Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 52.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4.7 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the exit toward I 93 South: Boston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 97A Toward I 93 South: Boston

24.7 mi into trip | ~31m in | I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.

41.6 mi into trip | ~54m in

Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 4 Toward MA 24 South: Fall River

49.5 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Take the exit toward MA 27 South: Brockton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 33A Toward MA 27 South: Brockton

52.4 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Turn uturn

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 93	23.1 mi	27m
Southeast Expressway	8 mi	10m
Amvets Highway	7.3 mi	8m
I 495	3.7 mi	4m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway	3 mi	4m
Interstate 93 HOV lane	2.5 mi	3m
Pleasant Street	1.2 mi	2m
Reynolds Memorial Highway	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 93 — 23.1 mi, about 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North Andover, MA and Brockton, MA.

Start on this road

61 ft · 10 sec · this road

Turn left onto Middlesex Street

142 ft · 13 sec · Middlesex Street

Turn left onto Waverley Road

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Waverley Road

Turn right onto William Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · William Street

Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Massachusetts Avenue

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro

Merge onto I 495

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 495

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 97A Toward I 93 South: Boston Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 93

20 mi · 23 min · I 93

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

1.7 mi · 1 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

0.8 mi · 1 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

Merge onto I 93; US 1

3.0 mi · 4 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3

8.0 mi · 10 min · Southeast Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1

3.4 mi · 4 min · I 93; US 1

Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 4 Toward MA 24 South: Fall River Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Continue on MA 24

7.3 mi · 8 min · Amvets Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 59 sec

Exit 33A Toward MA 27 South: Brockton Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto MA 27

425 ft · 8 sec · Reynolds Memorial Highway

Continue on MA 27

0.7 mi · 1 min · Reynolds Memorial Highway

Use the straight lane.

Turn slight left onto MA 27

1.2 mi · 2 min · Pleasant Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Warren Avenue

0.3 mi · 51 sec · Warren Avenue

Turn left onto West Elm Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · West Elm Street

Turn left onto Main Street

514 ft · 14 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto Church Street

409 ft · 13 sec · Church Street

Turn uturn

68 ft · 7 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 1 hour and 11 minute drive, consider departing outside of peak commuting hours to maximize your time on the road. Since the total distance is only 52.4 miles and estimated fuel cost is low at $8, you have plenty of flexibility. There are no recommended stops, so you can push through if needed, but plan for rest breaks as you see fit. A specific tip for this route is to be mindful of potential congestion on the Southeast Expressway, as it's a major artery connecting urban areas.

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 26.2 miles from North Andover, MA, or about 33m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.1 miles.

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 52.4 miles or 1h 11m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 26.2 miles or 33m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 59m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brockton, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving North Andover, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 North Andover, MA

This is one driving day of about 52.4 miles and 1h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Andover, 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.

The longest stretch is on I 93 for about 23.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 26.2 mi from North Andover, MA · 33m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from North Andover, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Brockton, MA

The final approach into Brockton, 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 Brockton, MA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Adams National Historical Park

National Historical Park

From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour $15 near mile 36.1

Park Closure: Historic Homes Closed for Season

View on nps.gov

Boston National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 27.1

View on nps.gov

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour Free near mile 32.5

View on nps.gov

Lowell National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour Free near mile 5.4

View on nps.gov

Minute Man National Historical Park

National Historical Park

At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...

10 mi from route ~25 min detour Free near mile 18.1

View on nps.gov

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 19.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$8.39 one way

$16.77 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 18 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$9.15	$18.29
premium	$4.82	$9.95	$19.90
diesel	$5.61	$11.57	$23.14

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$33–$58

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	15.7	$5.50	$2.52
Efficient EV	13.1	$4.59	$2.10
EV Truck/SUV	21	$7.34	$3.35

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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

North Andover, MA

Evening in North Andover on Tuesday

Local time

8:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brockton, MA

Evening in Brockton on Tuesday

Local time

8:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

26 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

26 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

1h 11m 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 North Andover, MA to Brockton, MA covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 93, Southeast Expressway, Amvets Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 26.2 miles from North Andover, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.39 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 route from North Andover, MA to Brockton, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from North Andover, MA to Brockton, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Brockton, MA

National Parks Near This Route

Adams National Historical Park

Boston National Historical Park

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Lowell National Historical Park

Minute Man National Historical Park

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

North Andover, MA

Brockton, MA

Same local time

26 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 11m on the road

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