Trip from Plymouth, MA to Agawam, MA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 42m

Distance

129.9 mi

209 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 32m ★

6 AM

2h 43m

8 AM

3h 4m

10 AM

2h 50m

12 PM

2h 48m

3 PM

2h 51m

5 PM

3h 3m

8 PM

2h 36m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Plymouth, MA to Agawam, MA covers 129.9 miles and takes about 2h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Massachusetts Turnpike, I 495, US 44 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.3 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.79 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

65 miles from Plymouth, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike	42.3 mi	48m
I 495	17.9 mi	20m
US 44	15.5 mi	18m
I 295	8.6 mi	9m
Providence Pike	7.7 mi	8m
Worcester Providence Road	7 mi	9m
North Smithfield Expressway	5.7 mi	6m
I 95	5.5 mi	6m

Longest stretch: Massachusetts Turnpike — 42.3 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth, MA and Agawam, MA.

Start on MA 3A

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Court Street

Turn left onto US 44

0.7 mi · 1 min · Samoset Street

Take the ramp onto US 44

0.3 mi · 39 sec · US 44

Toward MA 3 North: Kingston, Boston

Merge onto US 44; MA 3

0.5 mi · 40 sec · Pilgrims Highway

Take the exit onto US 44

15 mi · 17 min · US 44

Exit 16 Toward US 44 West: Taunton, Providence Rhode Island Use the left / straight lanes.

Enter roundabout onto US 44

256 ft · 3 sec · Harding Street

Continue on US 44

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Harding Street

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 495 North: Marlboro, Boston

Merge onto I 495

18 mi · 20 min · I 495

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 33B Toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto I 95

5.5 mi · 6 min · I 95

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 45 sec

Exit 6 Toward I 295 South: Woonsocket Rhode Island, Warwick Rhode Island Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 295

8.6 mi · 9 min · I 295

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 18B Toward RI 146 North: Woonsocket Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward RI 146 North: Worcester Massachusetts

Merge onto RI 146

1.5 mi · 1 min · Eddie Dowling Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on RI 146

5.7 mi · 6 min · North Smithfield Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on MA 146

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Purple Heart Highway

Continue on MA 146

7.7 mi · 8 min · Providence Pike

Continue on MA 146

0.3 mi · 18 sec · Purple Heart Highway

Continue on MA 146

7.0 mi · 9 min · Worcester Providence Road

Continue on MA 146

0.9 mi · 1 min · Purple Heart Highway

Continue on MA 146

1.8 mi · 2 min · Worcester-Providence Turnpike

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90, US 20: Boston, Springfield

Turn left

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 90

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90 West

Merge onto I 90

15 mi · 17 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

28 mi · 31 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 55 sec

Exit 51 Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut

Keep slight right at fork

348 ft · 9 sec

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 20 sec

Continue on I 291

4.4 mi · 6 min · Springfield Expressway

Continue on US 20

0.1 mi · 12 sec · US 20

Exit 1B-2B Toward I 91 North, US 20 West: West Springfield

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Exit 2B Toward Dwight Street

Turn right onto Dwight Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Dwight Street

Turn left onto MA 20A

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Carew Street

Turn slight right onto MA 20A

0.5 mi · 36 sec · Plainfield Street

Continue on US 20

0.2 mi · 12 sec · West Street

Continue on US 20

0.2 mi · 15 sec · North End Bridge

Enter roundabout onto US 20

285 ft · 3 sec · Park Street

Continue on US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · Park Street

Turn left onto River Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · River Street

At end of road, turn right onto MA 147

528 ft · 14 sec · Memorial Avenue

Turn left onto Main Street

1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street

Turn left onto School Street

103 ft · 2 sec · School Street

Arrive at destination

School Street

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 65 miles from Plymouth, MA, or about 1h 19m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.3 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 29 miles or 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 65 miles or 1h 19m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 11m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Agawam, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Plymouth, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Plymouth, MA

This is one driving day of about 129.9 miles and 2h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Plymouth, MA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 42.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Westborough, MA

65 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

Raynham, MA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Westborough, MA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65 miles from Plymouth, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Will & Co. Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plymouth, Massachusetts

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7:30 am–1:30 pm

+17747739732

Visit website

Water Street Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Plymouth, Massachusetts

0.4 mi

Cafe Strega

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plymouth, Massachusetts

0.3 mi

Will & Co. Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Plymouth, Massachusetts

Hours: 7:30 am–1:30 pm

+17747739732

Visit website

Water Street Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Plymouth, Massachusetts

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15087462050

Visit website

Cafe Strega

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $40 to $50

Plymouth, Massachusetts

Hours: 4:30–10 pm

+15087329996

Visit website

The Country Trading Post & Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 120.6

Chicopee, Massachusetts

Hours: 6 am–1:30 pm

+14135921641

Visit website

Puffins Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74.2

Millbury, Massachusetts

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+15088652252

Visit website

JK Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.6

Lakeville, Massachusetts

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15085059080

99 Restaurants

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 83.5

Auburn, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+15088320999

Visit website

Kaptain Jimmy's Restaurant & Distillery

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 129.9

Agawam, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14137892222

Visit website

Plymouth Rock

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Plymouth, Massachusetts

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15087475360

Visit website

Nelson Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Plymouth, Massachusetts

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+15087471620

Visit website

North Attleboro WW1 Memorial Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 37.1

North Attleborough, Massachusetts

Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm

+15086990129

Visit website

Titanic Historical Society

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 120.6

Indian Orchard, Massachusetts

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+14135434770

Visit website

DementedFX

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 120.6

Holyoke, Massachusetts

Hours: Closed

Visit website

Southwick's Zoo

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 65

Mendon, Massachusetts

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15088839182

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 30

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 92.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 44

Take the exit onto US 44 toward US 44 West: Taunton, Providence Rhode Island

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left / straight lanes. Exit 16 Toward US 44 West: Taunton, Providence Rhode Is...

35.4 mi into trip | ~43m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 33B Toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island

41.3 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward I 295 South: Woonsocket Rhode Island, Warwick Rhode Island

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 6 Toward I 295 South: Woonsocket Rhode Island, Wa...

50.4 mi into trip | ~1h in

Take the exit toward RI 146 North: Woonsocket

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 18B Toward RI 146 North: Woonsocket

92.6 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.79 one way

$41.58 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 45 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$22.67	$45.34
premium	$4.82	$24.67	$49.33
diesel	$5.61	$28.68	$57.36

Estimated Tolls: $2.66

Massachusetts Turnpike (42.3 mi) $2.53

Worcester-Providence Turnpike (1.8 mi) $0.13

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

$21

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	39	$13.64	$6.24
Efficient EV	32.5	$11.37	$5.20
EV Truck/SUV	52	$18.19	$8.31

Gas CO2

45 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Plymouth, MA

Afternoon in Plymouth on Saturday

Local time

2:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Agawam, MA

Afternoon in Agawam on Saturday

Local time

2:11 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 42m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

129.9 mi in 2h 42m, mostly highway — 42.3 mi of that is on Massachusetts Turnpike.

78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

46 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 42.3 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near US 44.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 129.9 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 1.7 miles (US 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Plymouth, MA and Agawam, MA, road signs point toward Boston, Warwick Rhode Island, Springfield and Hartford Connecticut.

Boston

17.1 mi in | ~21m

Warwick Rhode Island

41.3 mi in | ~50m

Springfield

76.4 mi in | ~1h 34m

Hartford Connecticut

120.1 mi in | ~2h 26m

About the Cities

Starting in Plymouth, MA

Full guide →

Plymouth is on the South Shore of Massachusetts. Known as "America's Hometown," Plymouth is most famous for being the final landing place of the Pilgrims who arrived on board the Mayflower in 1620, after storms lead them away from their desired settlement, the Hudson River. The settlement they established, Plimoth Colony, was one of the earliest successful settlements of Europeans in North America. In addition to its obvious historical draws, modern-day Plymouth is a picturesque seaside town with a bustling summer resident population who come back year after year to enjoy its beaches, ponds, and forests. Although summer is Plymouth's peak tourist season, spring (before Memorial Day) and fall (after Labor Day) can be excellent times to visit. These bumper seasons are less crowded and certainly more comfortable temperature-wise.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 129.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 42.3 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $2.66 in tolls one way, starting with Massachusetts Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Agawam, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Agawam, MA before heading back.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Plymouth, MA to Agawam, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Will & Co. Cafe

Will & Co. Cafe

Water Street Cafe

Cafe Strega

The Country Trading Post & Restaurant

Puffins Restaurant

JK Cafe

99 Restaurants

Kaptain Jimmy's Restaurant & Distillery

Plymouth Rock

Nelson Park

North Attleboro WW1 Memorial Park

Titanic Historical Society

DementedFX

Southwick's Zoo

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Plymouth, MA

Agawam, MA

Same local time

Very similar conditions

2h 42m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Plymouth, MA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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