Origin
Cohasset, MA
Evening in Cohasset on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cohasset, MA to Quincy, MA
Drive Time
19m
Distance
11.3 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Quincy, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling between Cohasset and Quincy, you are looking at a quick 11.3-mile journey that typically takes about 19 minutes. This short trip is perfect for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily through local roads, specifically Justice Cushing Way, Bridge Street, and Washington Street, rather than relying on major highways. With a fuel cost of just $2, it is an incredibly economical route to traverse within the Northeast region. Because the drive is straightforward and brief, it offers great flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a local visit, this route provides a direct path between these two Massachusetts towns.
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
5.6 miles from Cohasset, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since this route involves zero highway miles, you will be focused on navigating local streets for the entirety of the 11.3-mile trip. The road personality is defined by frequent turns, so keep your eyes on the navigation as you transition between Justice Cushing Way, Bridge Street, and Washington Street. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is limited to 1.9 miles on Justice Cushing Way, meaning you will rarely be driving in a straight line for long. This is a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention as you move through the local landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Justice Cushing Way is the longest continuous segment at about 1.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near King Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (King Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (MA 3A / Summer Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.5 miles (MA 3A / Washington Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.5 mi into trip
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~2m in
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King Street
Turn left onto King Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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MA 3A / Summer Street
Enter roundabout onto MA 3A / Summer Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
9.5 mi into trip
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~16m in
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MA 3A / Washington Street
Enter roundabout onto MA 3A / Washington Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
11.1 mi into trip
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~19m in
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Coddington Street
Turn right onto Coddington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
11.2 mi into trip
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~19m in
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Faxon Avenue
Turn left onto Faxon Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Justice Cushing Way | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Bridge Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Washington Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Chief Justice Cushing Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Broad Cove Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Otis Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Justice Cushing Way
— 1.9 mi, about 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cohasset, MA and Quincy, MA.
1
Start on North Main Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto King Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
King Street
3
Turn right onto MA 3A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Chief Justice Cushing Highway
4
Continue on MA 3A
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Justice Cushing Way
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Enter roundabout onto MA 3A
353 ft
·
6 sec
·
Summer Street
6
Continue on MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Summer Street
7
Continue on MA 3A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Otis Street
8
Continue on MA 3A
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Broad Cove Road
9
Continue on MA 3A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Street
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on MA 3A
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridge Street
11
Continue on MA 3A
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Fore River Bridge
12
Continue on MA 3A
464 ft
·
7 sec
·
Washington Street
13
Enter roundabout onto MA 3A
190 ft
·
3 sec
·
Washington Street
14
Continue on MA 3A
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Coddington Street
265 ft
·
8 sec
·
Coddington Street
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Faxon Avenue
362 ft
·
15 sec
·
Faxon Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
Faxon Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 19-minute drive, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility. You do not need to worry about planning for long-distance stops or fuel management, as a mere $2 in fuel will get you there. Keep in mind that because this route consists entirely of local roads, traffic patterns on Washington Street or Bridge Street could easily impact your total travel time. Plan your departure to avoid peak local rush hours if you prefer a smoother, less congested experience behind the wheel. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, double-check your turn-by-turn directions before you leave Cohasset to ensure you stay on the intended path to Quincy.
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 5.6 miles from Cohasset, MA, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 1.9 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 11.3 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.6 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Quincy, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cohasset, 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 Cohasset, MA
This is one driving day of about 11.3 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cohasset, 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 Justice Cushing Way for about 1.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.6 mi from Cohasset, MA · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.6 miles from Cohasset, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Quincy, MA
The final approach into Quincy, 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 Quincy, 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
$1.80 one way
$3.60 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.13 | $4.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Quincy, MA
Evening in Quincy on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
6 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
25 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
19m 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 Cohasset, MA to Quincy, MA covers 11.3 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Justice Cushing Way, Bridge Street, Washington Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.6 miles from Cohasset, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.80 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 straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (King Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (MA 3A / Summer Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.5 miles (MA 3A / Washington Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Cohasset, MA to Quincy, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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