Origin
Framingham, MA
Evening in Framingham on Friday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Framingham, MA to Plymouth, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
53.6 mi
86 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Framingham, MA
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Plymouth, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Framingham, MA to Plymouth, MA covers 53.6 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MA 3, US 1, West Central Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.4 miles on MA 3. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.58 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 53.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 21m highway drive covering 53.6 miles, with most of the trip on MA 3 and US 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.4 miles on MA 3.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MA 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MA 3 and US 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.6 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 17.5 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
8
17.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 1
Take the exit onto US 1 toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 26
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
8
24.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod, Plymouth, Braintree
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod, Plymouth, Braintre...
6
24.9 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
MA 3
Merge onto MA 3 toward Cape Cod
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Cape Cod
6
52.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15B
Toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Framingham, MA and Plymouth, MA, road signs point toward Providence, Braintree and Cape Cod.
Providence
11.9 mi in
|
~25m
Braintree
24.5 mi in
|
~42m
Cape Cod
24.9 mi in
|
~43m
|
via MA 3
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MA 3 | 27.4 mi | 34m |
| US 1 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| West Central Street | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Yankee Division Highway | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| Great Plain Avenue | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Dedham Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Samoset Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Waverly Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
MA 3
— 27.4 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Framingham, MA and Plymouth, MA.
1
Start on this road
316 ft
·
23 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
160 ft
·
16 sec
3
Turn left onto Kendall Street
112 ft
·
7 sec
·
Kendall Street
4
Turn right
223 ft
·
21 sec
5
Turn left onto Howard Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Howard Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto Bishop Street
114 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bishop Street
7
Turn left onto MA 135
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Waverly Street
8
Continue on MA 135
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
West Central Street
9
Continue on MA 16; MA 135
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Washington Street
10
Turn right onto MA 135
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wellesley Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto MA 135
143 ft
·
2 sec
·
Great Plain Avenue
12
Continue on MA 135
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Great Plain Avenue
13
Continue on MA 135
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Great Plain Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto MA 135
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Dedham Avenue
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on MA 135
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Street
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 95 South, MA 128 South: Canton, Providence
17
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto US 1
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
US 1
Exit 26
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 7
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod, Plymouth, Braintree
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto MA 3
27 mi
·
34 min
·
MA 3
Toward Cape Cod
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 15B
Toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
23
Turn straight onto Samoset Street
254 ft
·
9 sec
·
Samoset Street
24
Continue on Samoset Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Samoset Street
25
Turn right onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Court Street
Use the right lane.
26
Arrive at destination
MA 3A
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.8 mi from Framingham, MA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.8 miles from Framingham, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Plymouth, MA
The final approach into Plymouth, 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
$8.58 one way
$17.16 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.35 | $18.71 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.83 | $23.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.50 | $3.43 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Plymouth, MA
Evening in Plymouth on Friday
Local time
8:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
10 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 21m 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 Framingham, MA to Plymouth, MA covers 53.6 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MA 3, US 1, West Central Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.8 miles from Framingham, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.58 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.6 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 17.5 miles (US 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Framingham, MA and Plymouth, MA, road signs point toward Providence, Braintree and Cape Cod.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Adams National Historical Park, Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area and Boston National Historical Park. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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