Origin
Uxbridge, MA
Late night in Uxbridge on Wednesday
Local time
4:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Uxbridge, MA to Brockton, MA
Data updated 52 minutes ago
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
39.8 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
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6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Uxbridge, MA
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Brockton, MA
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Trip Overview
This 39.8-mile drive from Uxbridge, MA to Brockton, MA, is a manageable 1-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 6 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes I-495, Belmont Street, and Mendon Street, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, this is an economical journey through the Northeast region. You won't need to break this trip up overnight; it's a straightforward drive perfect for a single day's travel.
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
19.9 miles from Uxbridge, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a drive with a 41% highway share, meaning you'll encounter stretches of faster-paced travel mixed with local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 15.7 miles, primarily on I-495. This route offers a mixed drive profile, so be prepared for transitions between highway speeds and more local traffic conditions. The character of the road will shift as you progress, so stay alert for changes in speed limits and road type.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 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 15.7 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 4.8 miles in near Maple Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 39.8 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 4.8 miles (Maple Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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Maple Street
Keep slight right at fork onto Maple Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
11.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
8
27.9 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward MA 123: Norton, Easton
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 27
Toward MA 123: Norton, Easton
6
39.5 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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MA 123 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 123 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
39.8 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Uxbridge, MA and Brockton, MA, road signs point toward Cape Cod and Easton.
Cape Cod
11.9 mi in
|
~23m
Easton
27.9 mi in
|
~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| Belmont Street | 4 mi | 8m |
| Mendon Street | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| Foundry Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Uxbridge Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Depot Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Bellingham Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 15.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Uxbridge, MA and Brockton, MA.
1
Start on this road
287 ft
·
24 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto MA 16
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Mendon Street
3
Continue on MA 16
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Uxbridge Road
4
Turn slight right onto Maple Street
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Maple Street
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Maple Street
130 ft
·
2 sec
·
Maple Street
6
Turn slight right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Main Street
7
Continue on Providence Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Providence Street
8
Continue on Hartford Avenue East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hartford Avenue East
9
Turn slight right onto Bellingham Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Bellingham Street
10
Continue on MA 140
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Mendon Street
11
At end of road, turn right onto MA 126; MA 140
233 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Main Street
12
Continue on MA 126; MA 140
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Mechanic Street
13
Continue on MA 140
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Central Street
14
Continue on MA 140
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Route 140
15
Continue on MA 140
371 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Central Street
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
17
Merge onto I 495
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 495
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 27
Toward MA 123: Norton, Easton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
120 ft
·
6 sec
20
Turn left onto MA 123
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
Toward MA 123 East: Easton
21
Continue on MA 123
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Foundry Street
22
Continue on MA 106; MA 123
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Foundry Street
23
Turn left onto MA 123
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Depot Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn left onto Central Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Street
25
Turn left onto MA 123; MA 138
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Washington Street
26
Turn right onto MA 123
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Belmont Street
27
Continue on MA 123
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Belmont Street
28
At end of road, turn left onto MA 123
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
29
Turn right onto Church Street
409 ft
·
13 sec
·
Church Street
30
Turn uturn
68 ft
·
7 sec
31
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of this 1-hour trip, you have a lot of flexibility in when you depart. Leaving Uxbridge in the morning should get you to Brockton with plenty of day left. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you can decide on the fly if you need a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the estimated $6 cost is low, but it’s always wise to start with a full tank. Pay attention to the transition points between I-495 and local streets to avoid missing your turns.
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 19.9 miles from Uxbridge, MA, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.7 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 39.8 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.9 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brockton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Uxbridge, 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 Uxbridge, MA
This is one driving day of about 39.8 miles and 1h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Uxbridge, 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 495 for about 15.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.9 mi from Uxbridge, MA · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.9 miles from Uxbridge, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.37 one way
$12.74 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.95 | $13.89 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.56 | $15.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.79 | $17.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.18 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.48 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Brockton, MA
Late night in Brockton on Wednesday
Local time
4:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 3 to 12 mph
11% chance
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
20 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
27 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
1h 6m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Uxbridge, MA to Brockton, MA covers 39.8 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, Belmont Street, Mendon Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.9 miles from Uxbridge, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.37 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 39.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (Maple Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Uxbridge, MA and Brockton, MA, road signs point toward Cape Cod and Easton.
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