Origin
Leicester, MA
Evening in Leicester on Wednesday
Local time
5:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leicester, MA to Plymouth, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
82.2 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leicester, MA
Italo Melo
Plymouth, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Leicester, MA to Plymouth, MA covers 82.2 miles and takes about 1h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 495, US 44, Massachusetts Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.5 miles on I 495. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.16 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
41.1 miles from Leicester, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 46m highway drive covering 82.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 495 and US 44. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.5 miles on I 495.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 495 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and US 44. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 21.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
8
21.1 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 106
Toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
6
21.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
6
64.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 44: Middleboro, Plymouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15
Toward US 44: Middleboro, Plymouth
6
79.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
US 44
Keep slight right at fork onto US 44 toward MA 3 South, US 44 East: Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MA 3 South, US 44 East: Cape Cod
6
80.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m 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 Leicester, MA and Plymouth, MA, road signs point toward Taunton and Cape Cod.
Taunton
21.1 mi in
|
~32m
Cape Cod
21.3 mi in
|
~33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 42.5 mi | 49m |
| US 44 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 6.1 mi | 12m |
| Grafton Street | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Samoset Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Pilgrims Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Harding Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 42.5 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leicester, MA and Plymouth, MA.
1
Start on this road
45 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto MA 9
6.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto Myrtle Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Myrtle Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto McGrath Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
McGrath Boulevard
5
Continue on Foster Street
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Foster Street
6
Turn slight right onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Franklin Street
7
Turn right onto Harding Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Harding Street
8
Turn left onto Winter Street
326 ft
·
8 sec
·
Winter Street
9
Continue on MA 122
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Grafton Street
10
Enter roundabout onto MA 122
39 ft
·
0 sec
·
Grafton Street
11
Continue on MA 122
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Street
12
Continue on MA 122
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Grafton Road
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
15
Merge onto I 90
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 106
Toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
18
Merge onto I 495
43 mi
·
49 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 15
Toward US 44: Middleboro, Plymouth
20
Turn right onto US 44
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Harding Street
21
Enter roundabout onto US 44
446 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 44
22
Continue on US 44
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 44
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 44
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 44
Toward MA 3 South, US 44 East: Cape Cod
24
Merge onto US 44; MA 3
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
Pilgrims Highway
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 15B
Toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
26
Turn straight onto Samoset Street
254 ft
·
9 sec
·
Samoset Street
27
Continue on Samoset Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Samoset Street
28
Turn right onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Court Street
Use the right lane.
29
Arrive at destination
MA 3A
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 41.1 miles from Leicester, MA, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.5 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 18 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 56m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plymouth, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Leicester, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Leicester, MA
This is one driving day of about 82.2 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Leicester, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 495 for about 42.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.1 mi from Leicester, MA · 56m 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 41.1 miles from Leicester, 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
$13.16 one way
$26.31 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $14.35 | $28.69 |
| premium | $4.82 | $15.61 | $31.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.57
Massachusetts Turnpike
(9.5 mi)
$0.57
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 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 | 24.7 | 0 | $8.63 | $3.95 |
| Efficient EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.51 | $5.26 |
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
Plymouth, MA
Evening in Plymouth on Wednesday
Local time
5:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
1h 46m 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 Leicester, MA to Plymouth, MA covers 82.2 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, US 44, Massachusetts Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.1 miles from Leicester, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.16 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 82.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 21.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Leicester, MA and Plymouth, MA, road signs point toward Taunton and Cape Cod.
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