Origin
Otis, MA
Evening in Otis on Wednesday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
131.5 mi
212 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Otis, MA
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Brockton, MA
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This 131.5-mile journey from Otis, MA to Brockton, MA is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes. With 69% of the route on major highways, including the Massachusetts Turnpike and the Yankee Division Highway, you'll experience a generally efficient trip. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $21, making it a budget-friendly option for a day trip within the Northeast region. This route offers a practical way to travel between these two Massachusetts locations without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.8 miles from Otis, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Expect a largely highway-oriented experience on this route, with a significant 69% of the drive utilizing major roadways like the Massachusetts Turnpike and the Yankee Division Highway. You'll encounter an 81.9-mile stretch on the Massachusetts Turnpike, offering a consistent, high-speed driving environment. While the profile is primarily highway-focused, be prepared for transitions as you move between these main arteries. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed for covering distance with fewer interruptions.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Yankee Division Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 104.5 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 131.5 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 104.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.7 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 95: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Providence Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Dedham, Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 1 toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MA 27 South: Brockton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Otis, MA to Brockton, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Providence Rhode Island along the way.
Providence Rhode Island
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 81.9 mi | 1h 34m |
| Yankee Division Highway | 12.1 mi | 16m |
| Amvets Highway | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| US 20 | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Otis Stage Road | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| East Otis Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| US 1 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Blandford Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Otis, MA and Brockton, MA.
Start on MA 23
Continue on MA 23
Continue on MA 23
Continue on MA 23
Continue on MA 23
Continue on MA 23
Turn right onto US 20
Turn left onto Maple Street
At end of road, turn right onto Orange Street
Turn left onto US 202; MA 10
Turn slight right onto US 202; MA 10
Merge onto US 202; MA 10
Turn right
Turn left onto Friendlys Way
Continue on this road
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 90
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Continue on this road
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
Take the exit onto US 1
Take the exit
Continue on MA 24
Take the exit
Turn straight onto MA 27
Continue on MA 27
Turn slight left onto MA 27
Turn right onto Warren Avenue
Turn left onto West Elm Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Turn right onto Church Street
Turn uturn
Arrive at destination
Given the 2 hour and 53-minute duration, departing Otis, MA in the morning is recommended to maximize your time in Brockton. With only one recommended stop and a highway-focused profile, you can easily complete this drive without needing to break it up. The fuel cost is estimated at $21, so ensure your tank is sufficiently filled before you begin, especially considering the longest stretch of 81.9 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike where services might be less frequent. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, particularly as you approach the Brockton area.
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.
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 29 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.8 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brockton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Otis, 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 Otis, MA
This is one driving day of about 131.5 miles and 2h 53m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.8 mi from Otis, MA · 1h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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.
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 65.8 miles from Otis, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Massachusetts Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.9 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$21.05 one way
$42.09 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $22.95 | $45.90 |
| premium | $4.82 | $24.97 | $49.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.03 | $58.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.92
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.81 | $6.31 |
| Efficient EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.51 | $5.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.6 | 0 | $18.41 | $8.42 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Otis on Wednesday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Brockton on Wednesday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
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