How far is Lexington, MA from Brockton, MA?

The driving distance from Lexington, MA to Brockton, MA is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 27.3 miles (43.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
36.09 mi
00h 45m
Flight
27.26 mi
43.87 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
27.26 mi
Kilometers
43.87 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
36.09 mi
Kilometers
58.08 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Brockton
Thu, Apr 23, 3:13 AM EDT
Return by in Lexington
Thu, Apr 23, 3:58 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lexington
2026-04-23T02:27
Arrive Brockton
Thu, Apr 23, 3:13 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lexington
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Dedham
MA

Town in Massachusetts

From Lexington
17.4 mi
00h 22m
To Brockton
18.6 mi
00h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 8 mph NW
Destination
59°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 7 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lexington and Brockton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lexington and Brockton.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    94 m · 24 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue

    637 ft · 42 sec · Massachusetts Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Waltham Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · Waltham Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Marrett Road

    1970 ft · 41 sec · Marrett Road

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Spring Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Spring Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Smith Street

    1876 ft · 58 sec · Smith Street

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Trapelo Road

    1645 ft · 42 sec · Trapelo Road

  8. 8

    Take the ramp left toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island

    1344 ft · 33 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway

    17.4 mi · 24 min · Yankee Division Highway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight left toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

    3.1 mi · 4 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 24 South: Fall River

    2706 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Continue on Amvets Highway

    7.3 mi · 8 min · Amvets Highway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 27 South: Brockton

    1728 ft · 59 sec

  14. 14

    Turn straight onto Reynolds Memorial Highway

    130 m · 8 sec · Reynolds Memorial Highway

  15. 15

    Continue on Reynolds Memorial Highway

    1.1 km · 1 min · Reynolds Memorial Highway

  16. 16

    Turn slight left onto Pleasant Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Pleasant Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Warren Avenue

    1394 ft · 51 sec · Warren Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn left onto West Elm Street

    791 ft · 28 sec · West Elm Street

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Main Street

    157 m · 14 sec · Main Street

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Church Street

    125 m · 13 sec · Church Street

  21. 21

    Turn uturn

    21 m · 8 sec

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lexington and Brockton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
22 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
60.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Yankee Division Highway
17.4 mi · 48%
Amvets Highway
7.26 mi · 20%
I 93 North
3.14 mi · 9%
Pleasant Street
1.23 mi · 3%
Spring Street
1.19 mi · 3%
Waltham Street
0.91 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Yankee Division Highway

Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway

17.4 mi · 00h 24m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.8 mi
27.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Dedham
00h 22m from Lexington
Leave By
4:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Lexington and Partly Sunny near Brockton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lexington to Brockton?

The road trip is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Dedham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.4 miles from Lexington and 18.6 miles from Brockton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 27.3 miles (43.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.94 one way or $9.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Lexington and Partly Sunny near Brockton.

Stop Ideas Near Dedham

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Dedham and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 11.1 mi away

Cocobeet - Boston

Boston , MA
100 City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02108
Rating 4.4/5 198 reviews Health food restaurant,Juice shop,Raw food restaurant,Vegan restaurant
Boston's Old City Hall
Scenic stop 11 mi away

Boston's Old City Hall

Boston , MA
45 School St, Boston, MA 02108, United States
Rating 4.6/5 346 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical landmark
Cambridge City Hall
Meeting point 10.1 mi away

Cambridge City Hall

Cambridge , MA
795 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Rating 4.4/5 47 reviews City Hall,City government office
Shoppers World
Nearby stop 10.8 mi away

Shoppers World

Framingham , MA
1 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA 01701, United States
Rating 4.3/5 2,625 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dedham.

RAIL

Route 128 station

4 mi away
50 University Ave
RAIL

Back Bay station

14 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.
RAIL

South Station

15 mi away
2 South Station
RAIL

North Station

16 mi away
100 Legends Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lexington and Brockton. Straight-line distance: 27.26 mi (43.87 km).

Lexington

#1 Lexington

Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Population33,003
Coordinates42.4473200, -71.2245000
Altitude65
CountryUnited States
Brockton

#2 Brockton

The second most populous city in Plymouth County, Massachusetts.

Population95,770
Coordinates42.0834300, -71.0183800
Altitude35
CountryUnited States
Start: (-71.224525, 42.447288)
End: (-71.018337, 42.083421)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 58 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 54m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.27 gal
4.82 L · about $4.94
Round trip
$9.88
2.54 gal · 9.64 L
Estimated CO2
11.3 kg one way
Round trip: 22.6 kg / 50 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $4.94 $9.88
Mid-grade $4.40 $5.58 $11.17
Premium $4.80 $6.09 $12.19
Diesel $4.49 $5.70 $11.40

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Massachusetts · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Lexington and Brockton. The current time is 02:27:43.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.