Origin
Quincy, MA
Night in Quincy on Sunday
Local time
9:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Quincy, MA to Avon, MA
Drive Time
18m
Distance
9.5 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Quincy, MA
Youngcucafilms
Avon, MA
Ankush Dawar
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion between Quincy and Avon, Massachusetts, expect a brief 9.5-mile journey that typically takes about 18 minutes. This short hop is perfect for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. You will stay entirely on local roads, as this path involves no highway driving at all. It is a straightforward trip through the Northeast, ideal for anyone looking to get from point A to point B without the stress of long-haul travel.
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
4.7 miles from Quincy, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will navigate through local thoroughfares like Washington Street, Centre Street, and Hancock Street rather than cruising along a monotonous interstate. With 0% of the route on highways, the pace remains measured and requires your full attention at intersections. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is a 2.9-mile segment on Washington Street, which offers a brief moment of consistency amidst the frequent turns. Expect a shifting environment as you move through these local Massachusetts corridors.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington Street is the longest continuous segment at about 2.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near School Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.6 miles (School Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (Franklin Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (South Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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School Street
Turn right onto School Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Franklin Street
Turn left onto Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
South Street
Enter roundabout onto South Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
7.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Centre Street
Turn left onto Centre Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
MA 28 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 28 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Centre Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Hancock Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Independence Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Franklin Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| School Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Washington Street
— 2.9 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Quincy, MA and Avon, MA.
1
Start on Faxon Avenue
362 ft
·
17 sec
·
Faxon Avenue
2
Turn right onto Coddington Street
265 ft
·
6 sec
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Coddington Street
3
Continue on Temple Street
280 ft
·
4 sec
·
Temple Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on Hancock Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Hancock Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto School Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
School Street
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on Independence Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Independence Avenue
8
Continue on Washington Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Street
Use the left / none lanes.
9
Continue on Hancock Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Hancock Street
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on MA 37
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Street
Use the left / none lanes.
11
Turn right onto South Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
South Street
12
Enter roundabout onto South Street
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Street
13
Continue on South Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Street
14
Continue on Centre Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Centre Street
15
Turn right onto MA 139
327 ft
·
13 sec
·
Union Street
16
Turn left onto Centre Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Centre Street
Use the left lane.
17
At end of road, turn left onto MA 28
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
18
Turn left
102 ft
·
7 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 18-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Since there are no designated stops on this 9.5-mile route, you can easily complete the entire trip in one go. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you should stay alert to navigation prompts throughout the drive. With such a low fuel cost of $2, you do not need to worry about planning for gas stops along the way. Your best strategy is to simply enjoy the efficiency of this direct, local-road transit.
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 4.7 miles from Quincy, MA, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.9 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 9.5 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.7 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Avon, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Quincy, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Quincy, MA
This is one driving day of about 9.5 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Quincy, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Washington Street for about 2.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.7 mi from Quincy, MA · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.7 miles from Quincy, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Avon, MA
The final approach into Avon, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Avon, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.51 one way
$3.02 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.64 | $3.29 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.79 | $3.59 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.11 | $4.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.00 | $0.46 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.83 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Avon, MA
Night in Avon on Sunday
Local time
9:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
5 mi in
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
23 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
18m 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 Quincy, MA to Avon, MA covers 9.5 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Street, Centre Street, Hancock Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.7 miles from Quincy, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.51 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 9.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.6 miles (School Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (Franklin Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (South Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Quincy, MA to Avon, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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