Origin
Seekonk, MA
Evening in Seekonk on Friday
Local time
8:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seekonk, MA to Framingham Center, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
48 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seekonk, MA
Wolfgang Weiser
Framingham Center, MA
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Trip Overview
Seekonk, MA to Framingham Center, MA is 48 miles and takes about 1 hour 8 minutes via I-495 and I-95, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within the Northeast region, specifically Massachusetts, making it a straightforward journey. It's a highway-focused trip, so expect efficient travel time. With a duration under two hours, this route is ideal for a quick day trip or a convenient leg of a longer journey. You'll encounter mostly interstate driving, so pack some podcasts or audiobooks for the ride.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 48 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with about 65% of your mileage on major interstates like I-495 and I-95. You'll experience the efficiency of these high-speed roads for a significant portion of your trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21 miles on I-495, offering a consistent cruising experience. While the main roads are interstates, you will also navigate some local roads, including Newport Avenue, which may offer a slight change of pace before or after the main highway segments.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 495 is the longest continuous segment at about 21 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and I 95. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in near I 95.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.5 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
17.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Worcester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 12B
Toward I 495 North: Worcester
5
17.5 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
38.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward West Main Street, Hopkinton
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.
Exit 54A
Toward West Main Street, Hopkinton
6
46 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
Winter Street
Turn left onto Winter Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Seekonk, MA and Framingham Center, MA, road signs point toward Boston and Hopkinton.
Boston
6.6 mi in
|
~11m
Hopkinton
38.5 mi in
|
~49m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 21 mi | 24m |
| I 95 | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Newport Avenue | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| West Union Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Fall River Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Winter Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Waverly Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 21 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seekonk, MA and Framingham Center, MA.
1
Start on this road
147 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto MA 114A
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Fall River Avenue
3
Continue on RI 114A
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Pleasant Street
4
Continue on US 1A; RI 114
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pawtucket Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto US 1A
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Newport Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 95 North: Foxboro, Boston
7
Merge onto I 95
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 12B
Toward I 495 North: Worcester
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 495
21 mi
·
24 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 54A
Toward West Main Street, Hopkinton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto West Main Street
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Main Street
12
Continue on MA 135
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Union Street
13
Continue on MA 135
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Waverly Street
14
Turn left onto Winter Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Winter Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Maple Street
16
Turn left onto State Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
17
Turn right
55 ft
·
4 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Seekonk, MA · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Seekonk, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Framingham Center, MA
The final approach into Framingham Center, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.68 one way
$15.36 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.38 | $16.75 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.11 | $18.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.60 | $21.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.72 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Framingham Center, MA
Evening in Framingham Center on Friday
Local time
8:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°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
21 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 8m 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 Seekonk, MA to Framingham Center, MA covers 48 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, I 95, Newport Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 miles from Seekonk, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.68 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 48 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.5 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Seekonk, MA and Framingham Center, MA, road signs point toward Boston and Hopkinton.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Adams National Historical Park. 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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