Origin
Medford, MA
Evening in Medford on Wednesday
Local time
6:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Medford, MA to Plymouth, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h
Distance
44.7 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Medford, MA
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Plymouth, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Medford, MA to Plymouth, MA covers 44.7 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Salem Street Circle, I 93 South, Interstate 93 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.15 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
22.4 miles from Medford, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h drive with frequent turns across 44.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Salem Street Circle 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 Medford, MA to Plymouth, MA is easy. At 1h 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 Medford, MA to Plymouth, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Street Circle | — | — |
| I 93 South | — | — |
| Interstate 93 | — | — |
| John F | — | — |
| Southeast Expressway | — | — |
| MA 3 South | — | — |
| US 44 West | — | — |
| Samoset Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Salem Street Circle
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Medford, MA and Plymouth, MA.
1
Start on Salem Street
505 ft
·
9 sec
·
Salem Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Salem Street Circle
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
Salem Street Circle
3
Exit the rotary onto I 93 South: Boston
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 93 South: Boston
4
Merge slight left
1.5 mi
·
2 min
5
Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
6
Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
7
Merge slight right onto John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
8
Continue on Southeast Expressway
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Southeast Expressway
9
Keep slight left to continue on MA 3 South: Cape Cod
28 mi
·
35 min
·
MA 3 South: Cape Cod
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
11
Turn straight onto Samoset Street
253 ft
·
10 sec
·
Samoset Street
12
Continue on Samoset Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Samoset Street
13
Turn right onto Court Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Court Street
14
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 22.4 miles from Medford, MA, or about 30m 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 10 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.4 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
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 Medford, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Medford, MA
This is one driving day of about 44.7 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 10 miles from Medford, 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 22.4 mi from Medford, MA · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.4 miles from Medford, 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
$7.15 one way
$14.31 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.80 | $15.60 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.49 | $16.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.87 | $19.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.15 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
6:59 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
1 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 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 Medford, MA to Plymouth, MA covers 44.7 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Salem Street Circle, I 93 South, Interstate 93. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.4 miles from Medford, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.15 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 Medford, MA to Plymouth, MA is easy. At 1h 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 Medford, MA to Plymouth, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Medford, MA to Plymouth, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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