Origin
Eastham, MA
Evening in Eastham on Wednesday
Local time
7:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eastham, MA to Quincy, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
82.9 mi
133 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eastham, MA
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Quincy, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Eastham, MA to Quincy, MA covers 82.9 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Samoset Road, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Orleans Rotary for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
41.4 miles from Eastham, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 28m drive with frequent turns across 82.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Samoset Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Eastham, MA to Quincy, MA is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eastham, MA to Quincy, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Samoset Road | — | — |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | — | — |
| Orleans Rotary | — | — |
| Mid Cape Highway | — | — |
| Sagamore Bridge | — | — |
| Pilgrim Highway | — | — |
| Pilgrims Highway | — | — |
| Quincy Center | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Samoset Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eastham, MA and Quincy, MA.
1
Start on the route
66 ft
·
10 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Samoset Road
72 ft
·
6 sec
·
Samoset Road
3
Turn right onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Orleans Rotary
404 ft
·
14 sec
·
Orleans Rotary
5
Exit the rotary onto Mid Cape Highway
36 mi
·
50 min
·
Mid Cape Highway
6
Continue on Sagamore Bridge
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Sagamore Bridge
7
Continue on Pilgrim Highway
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Pilgrim Highway
8
Continue on Pilgrims Highway
42 mi
·
52 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward Quincy Center, MBTA Station, Burgin Parkway
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Quincy Center, MBTA Station, Burgin Parkway
10
Continue on Quincy Center, MBTA Station
413 ft
·
10 sec
·
Quincy Center, MBTA Station
11
Keep slight left to continue on Burgin Parkway, Quincy Center, MBTA Drop-Off
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Burgin Parkway, Quincy Center, MBTA Drop-Off
12
Continue on Burgin Parkway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Burgin Parkway
13
Turn slight right onto Granite Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Granite Street
14
At the end of the road, turn left onto Hancock Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Hancock Street
15
Continue on Coddington Street
266 ft
·
9 sec
·
Coddington Street
16
Turn left onto Faxon Avenue
361 ft
·
16 sec
·
Faxon Avenue
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 41.4 miles from Eastham, MA, or about 44m into the drive.
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 18 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.4 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 15m
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 Eastham, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Eastham, MA
This is one driving day of about 82.9 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Eastham, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.4 mi from Eastham, MA · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.4 miles from Eastham, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.27 one way
$26.53 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $14.47 | $28.94 |
| premium | $4.82 | $15.74 | $31.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.30 | $36.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.70 | $3.98 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.25 | $3.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.61 | $5.31 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 Wednesday
Local time
7:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 28m 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 Eastham, MA to Quincy, MA covers 82.9 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Samoset Road, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Orleans Rotary. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.4 miles from Eastham, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.27 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.
The drive from Eastham, MA to Quincy, MA is easy. At 1h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eastham, MA to Quincy, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Eastham, MA to Quincy, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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