Origin
Plymouth, MA
Late night in Plymouth on Thursday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plymouth, MA to Chelsea, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
59m
Distance
43.3 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plymouth, MA
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Chelsea, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Plymouth, MA to Chelsea, MA covers 43.3 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Samoset Street, MA 3 North, Pilgrims Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.93 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
21.6 miles from Plymouth, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 59m drive with frequent turns across 43.3 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.
Samoset Street 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 Plymouth, MA to Chelsea, MA is easy. At 59m 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 Plymouth, MA to Chelsea, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Samoset Street | — | — |
| MA 3 North | — | — |
| Pilgrims Highway | — | — |
| I 93 North | — | — |
| John F | — | — |
| US 1 North | — | — |
| Fourth Street | — | — |
| Hawthorn Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Samoset Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth, MA and Chelsea, MA.
1
Start on Court Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Court Street
2
Turn left onto Samoset Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Samoset Street
3
Take the ramp slight right toward MA 3 North: Kingston, Boston
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
MA 3 North: Kingston, Boston
4
Merge slight left onto Pilgrims Highway
27 mi
·
34 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
5
Continue on I 93 North: Boston
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
I 93 North: Boston
6
Continue on John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
7
Keep slight left to continue on US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, Revere
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, Revere
8
Take the exit slight right toward Fourth Street
276 ft
·
9 sec
·
Fourth Street
9
Turn right onto Fourth Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Fourth Street
10
Continue on Fourth Street
105 ft
·
5 sec
·
Fourth Street
11
Turn straight onto Hawthorn Street
213 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hawthorn Street
12
Turn right onto Chester Avenue
525 ft
·
30 sec
·
Chester Avenue
13
Turn left onto Shawmut Street
213 ft
·
9 sec
·
Shawmut 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 21.6 miles from Plymouth, MA, or about 29m 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 21.6 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chelsea, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Plymouth, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Plymouth, MA
This is one driving day of about 43.3 miles and 59m.
At 43.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.6 mi from Plymouth, MA · 29m 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 21.6 miles from Plymouth, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chelsea, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Chelsea, MA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.93 one way
$13.86 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.56 | $15.11 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.56 | $19.12 |
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: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Chelsea, MA
Late night in Chelsea on Thursday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m 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 Plymouth, MA to Chelsea, MA covers 43.3 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Samoset Street, MA 3 North, Pilgrims Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.6 miles from Plymouth, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.93 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 Plymouth, MA to Chelsea, MA is easy. At 59m 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 Plymouth, MA to Chelsea, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Plymouth, MA to Chelsea, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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