How far is North Reading, MA from Brockton, MA?

The driving distance from North Reading, MA to Brockton, MA is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
49.67 mi
00h 58m
Flight
34.11 mi
54.89 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
34.11 mi
Kilometers
54.89 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.67 mi
Kilometers
79.94 km
Drive Time
00h 58m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 58m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Brockton
Thu, Apr 23, 6:56 AM EDT
Return by in North Reading
Thu, Apr 23, 7:55 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave North Reading
2026-04-23T05:57
Arrive Brockton
Thu, Apr 23, 6:56 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 58m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:59 AM to 10:59 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:32 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in North Reading
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
South Boston
MA

This historic Boston neighborhood, often called "Southie," is situated south of downtown Boston and the Fort Point Channel, with Dorchester Bay to its east and south.

From North Reading
21.7 mi
00h 29m
To Brockton
28 mi
00h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°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 North Reading and Brockton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North Reading and Brockton.

  1. 1

    Start on Haverhill Street

    130 m · 14 sec · Haverhill Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Park Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Park Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Park Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Park Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Concord Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Concord Street

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left toward I 93 South: Boston

    1872 ft · 47 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    11.5 mi · 14 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane

    1.4 km · 1 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

  9. 9

    Merge slight right onto John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

    3 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

  10. 10

    Continue on Southeast Expressway

    8 mi · 11 min · Southeast Expressway

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island

    3.4 mi · 5 min

  12. 12

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

    1.1 km · 1 min

  13. 13

    Continue on Amvets Highway

    7.3 mi · 8 min · Amvets Highway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 27 South: Brockton

    1728 ft · 59 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto Reynolds Memorial Highway

    130 m · 8 sec · Reynolds Memorial Highway

  16. 16

    Continue on Reynolds Memorial Highway

    1.1 km · 1 min · Reynolds Memorial Highway

  17. 17

    Turn slight left onto Pleasant Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Pleasant Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Warren Avenue

    1394 ft · 51 sec · Warren Avenue

  19. 19

    Turn left onto West Elm Street

    791 ft · 28 sec · West Elm Street

  20. 20

    Turn left onto Main Street

    157 m · 14 sec · Main Street

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Church Street

    125 m · 13 sec · Church Street

  22. 22

    Turn uturn

    21 m · 8 sec

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between North Reading 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
23 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
46.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 93 South
15.2 mi · 31%
Southeast Expressway
7.98 mi · 16%
Amvets Highway
7.26 mi · 15%
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
2.96 mi · 6%
Interstate 93 HOV lane
2.51 mi · 5%
Park Street
2.3 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

I 93 South

Merge slight left

11.5 mi · 00h 14m

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 58m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.5 mi
34.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
South Boston
00h 29m from North Reading
Leave By
4:32 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving North Reading 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 North Reading to Brockton?

The road trip is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?

South Boston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.7 miles from North Reading and 28 miles from Brockton.

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

The direct path is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 4:32 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.81 one way or $13.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near South Boston

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 South Boston and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 2.2 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 2.1 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 3.6 mi away

Cambridge City Hall

Cambridge , MA
795 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Rating 4.4/5 47 reviews City Hall,City government office
City Hall Plaza
Scenic stop 2.3 mi away

City Hall Plaza

Boston , MA
1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA 02203
Rating 4.4/5 208 reviews City park

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Boston.

Transit stop coverage is not ready for this midpoint yet.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between North Reading and Brockton. Straight-line distance: 34.11 mi (54.89 km).

North Reading

#1 North Reading

Town in Massachusetts, United States

Population15,904
Coordinates42.5750900, -71.0786700
Altitude30
CountryUnited States
Brockton

#2 Brockton

The second most populous city in Plymouth County, Massachusetts.

Population95,770
Coordinates42.0834300, -71.0183800
Altitude35
CountryUnited States
Start: Haverhill Street (-71.078543, 42.575042)
End: (-71.018337, 42.083421)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 80 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.75 gal
6.64 L · about $6.81
Round trip
$13.62
3.5 gal · 13.28 L
Estimated CO2
15.6 kg one way
Round trip: 31.1 kg / 69 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $6.81 $13.62
Mid-grade $4.40 $7.69 $15.39
Premium $4.80 $8.40 $16.80
Diesel $4.49 $7.85 $15.71

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 North Reading and Brockton. The current time is 05:57:36.

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.