Origin
Fairhaven, MA
Morning in Fairhaven on Wednesday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from Fairhaven, MA to Boston, MA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
59.2 mi
95 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
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6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairhaven, MA
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Boston, MA
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Trip Overview
This 59.2-mile drive from Fairhaven to Boston, MA, is a straightforward 1 hour and 17-minute journey that's perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily navigate via Amvets Highway and Alfred Bessette Memorial Highway before merging onto I-93 for the final stretch into Boston. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this route is budget-friendly and ideal for a quick transit between the Northeast region. The relatively short distance and duration mean you won't need an overnight stay, offering flexibility in your travel schedule.
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
29.6 miles from Fairhaven, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for a significant portion of this route, with only 22% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.3 miles on Amvets Highway. This suggests a more varied driving experience, moving from local roads with potential for more frequent turns and varying speed limits to faster highway segments on I-93. Be prepared for the road character to shift as you progress toward Boston.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Amvets Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 23.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 59.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 195 West: Fall River
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 195 West: Fall River
7
3.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward MA 140 North: Taunton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 24B
Toward MA 140 North: Taunton
9
45.1 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 41A
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
7
57.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward South Station, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward South Station, Airport
7
57.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward South Station
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward South Station
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Amvets Highway | 23.3 mi | 26m |
| Alfred Bessette Memorial Highway | 17.6 mi | 20m |
| I 93 | 11.5 mi | 15m |
| I 195 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Howland Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Amvets Highway
— 23.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairhaven, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on Washington Street
421 ft
·
10 sec
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Washington Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Main Street
3
Turn left onto Howland Road
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Howland Road
4
Continue on Coggeshall Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Coggeshall Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 195 West: Fall River
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 195
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 195
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 24B
Toward MA 140 North: Taunton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto MA 140
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Alfred Bessette Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 20A
Toward MA 24 North: Boston
10
Merge onto MA 24
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 41A
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 93; US 1
12 mi
·
15 min
·
I 93; US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward South Station, Airport
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward South Station
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Lincoln Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft
·
3 sec
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Summer Street
18
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Devonshire Street
19
Turn left onto Franklin Street
173 ft
·
8 sec
·
Franklin Street
20
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
Arch Street
21
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft
·
11 sec
·
Milk Street
22
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Washington Street
23
At end of road, turn left onto Court Street
473 ft
·
20 sec
·
Court Street
24
Turn left onto Tremont Street
333 ft
·
11 sec
·
Tremont Street
25
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a relatively short 59.2-mile trip, you have a lot of flexibility with departure times. Leaving early can help you avoid potential local traffic congestion, especially as you approach the Boston area. While there are no designated stops mentioned, consider using the 1 hour and 17-minute duration to your advantage; you can easily break it up if needed, though it's not necessary. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage as you transition between Amvets Highway, Alfred Bessette Memorial Highway, and I-93, as the road configuration changes.
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 29.6 miles from Fairhaven, MA, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.3 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 59.2 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.6 miles or 37m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boston, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairhaven, 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 Fairhaven, MA
This is one driving day of about 59.2 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fairhaven, 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 Amvets Highway for about 23.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Fairhaven, MA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Fairhaven, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boston, MA
The final approach into Boston, 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 Boston, 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
$9.47 one way
$18.95 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.33 | $20.66 |
| premium | $4.82 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.07 | $26.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.29 | $3.79 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Boston, MA
Morning in Boston on Wednesday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Brookhaven, NY
30 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.
Road read
1h 17m 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 Fairhaven, MA to Boston, MA covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Amvets Highway, Alfred Bessette Memorial Highway, I 93. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 miles from Fairhaven, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.47 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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 59.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Fairhaven, MA to Boston, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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