Drive or Fly: Quincy, MA to Cordaville, MA?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Driving wins
At this distance, driving is almost always faster and cheaper door-to-door.
Drive
Door to Door
56m
Distance
36.2 mi
Total Cost
$40
CO2
15 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$5
Meals (1 day)$35
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No luggage restrictions or TSA lines
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Comfortable one-day drive
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Stop anywhere along the route
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Have your own car at the destination
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Likely faster door-to-door than flying
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Wear and tear on vehicle
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Fuel price fluctuations
Fly
Door to Door
3h 43m
3m in the air
Air Distance
27 mi
Total Cost
$121
CO2
7 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$121
Nearest Airports
Quincy, MALogan International Airport (8 mi)
Cordaville, MAWorcester Regional Airport (18 mi)
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Less physical fatigue
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Predictable arrival time
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Airport security and check-in overhead
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Luggage fees and restrictions
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Less flexibility for stops along the way
At a Glance
| Drive | Fly | |
|---|---|---|
| Door-to-door time | 56m | 3h 43m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $40 | $121 |
| Carbon footprint | 15 kg CO2 | 7 kg CO2 |
| Flexibility | High | Low |
| Luggage | Unlimited | Restricted |
Costs are rough estimates based on US averages. Flight prices vary by airline, date, and booking time.
Decided to drive? See the full trip plan from Quincy, MA to Cordaville, MA with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.