Trip from Quincy, MA to Burlington, MA

Drive Time

37m

Distance

22.5 mi

36 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min

4 AM

0h 35m ★

6 AM

0h 38m

8 AM

0h 44m

10 AM

0h 40m

12 PM

0h 39m

3 PM

0h 40m

5 PM

0h 44m

8 PM

0h 36m

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

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Quincy, MA

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Burlington, MA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Quincy, MA to Burlington, MA covers 22.5 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Southeast Expressway, John F. Fitzgerald Expressway, I 93 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.3 miles on Southeast Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.58 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

11.3 miles from Quincy, MA

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

Drive Character

The drive from Quincy, MA to Burlington, MA covers 22.5 miles and takes about 37m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Southeast Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 3.3 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

217 ft -5 ft

Total Climb

284 ft

Total Descent

101 ft

Highest Point

217 ft

~22.5 mi in

Elevation Range

222 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Hancock Street.

Route Complexity 9/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 22.5 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 0.1 miles (Hancock Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (MA 3A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Hancock Street

Turn right onto Hancock Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

3.4 mi into trip | ~7m in | MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard

Merge onto MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / none lanes.

3.4 mi into trip | ~7m in | MA 3A

Take the exit onto MA 3A toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

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

Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

10.2 mi into trip | ~18m in | I 93

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord NH

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes. Toward I 93 North: Concord NH

13.3 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward MA 16 West: Mystic Valley Parkway, Arlington

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 22 Toward MA 16 West: Mystic Valley Parkway, Arlin...

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Quincy, MA to Burlington, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Arlington along the way.

Arlington

13.3 mi in | ~22m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Southeast Expressway	3.3 mi	4m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway	3.2 mi	5m
I 93	3.1 mi	4m
Cambridge Street	2.8 mi	4m
Newport Avenue	2.3 mi	4m
Cambridge Road	2 mi	2m
Winthrop Street	1.4 mi	2m
Mystic Valley Parkway	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Southeast Expressway — 3.3 mi, about 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Quincy, MA and Burlington, MA.

Start on Faxon Avenue

362 ft · 17 sec · Faxon Avenue

Turn right onto Coddington Street

265 ft · 7 sec · Coddington Street

Turn right onto Hancock Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Hancock Street

Use the right lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto Adams Street

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Adams Street

Turn right onto Newport Avenue

2.3 mi · 4 min · Newport Avenue

Use the right lane.

Turn slight left onto MA 3A

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Hancock Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Neponset Avenue

Merge onto MA 3A

247 ft · 6 sec · William T. Morrissey Boulevard

Use the straight / left / none lanes.

Take the exit onto MA 3A

0.3 mi · 34 sec · MA 3A

Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

Merge onto I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.3 mi · 4 min · Southeast Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.2 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93

3.1 mi · 4 min · I 93

Toward I 93 North: Concord NH Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Exit 22 Toward MA 16 West: Mystic Valley Parkway, Arlington Use the slight right lane.

Continue on MA 16

1.1 mi · 2 min · Mystic Valley Parkway

Turn right onto MA 38

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Winthrop Street

Use the right lane.

Enter roundabout onto Winthrop Street

117 ft · 2 sec · Winthrop Street

Continue on Winthrop Street

1.3 mi · 1 min · Winthrop Street

Continue on MA 38

0.5 mi · 46 sec · Main Street

Enter roundabout onto Bacon Street

94 ft · 1 sec · Bacon Street

Continue on Bacon Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Bacon Street

Turn left onto Church Street

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Church Street

Turn right onto US 3

1.1 mi · 1 min · Cambridge Street

Continue on US 3

2.0 mi · 2 min · Cambridge Road

Continue on US 3

0.6 mi · 47 sec · Cambridge Street

Continue on MA 3A

1.1 mi · 2 min · Cambridge Street

Turn right

33 ft · 7 sec

Turn left

93 ft · 6 sec

Arrive at 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 11.3 miles from Quincy, MA, or about 19m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.3 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 22.5 miles or 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 11.3 miles or 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 32m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Quincy, 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 Quincy, MA

This is one driving day of about 22.5 miles and 37m.

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 Southeast Expressway for about 3.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 11.3 mi from Quincy, MA · 19m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

11 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 11.3 miles from Quincy, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Burlington, MA

The final approach into Burlington, 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 Burlington, MA.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Adams National Historical Park

National Historical Park

From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...

0 mi from route $15 near mile 0.8

Park Closure: Historic Homes Closed for Season

View on nps.gov

Boston National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.

0 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 9.3

View on nps.gov

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Minute Man National Historical Park

National Historical Park

At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour Free near mile 21.7

View on nps.gov

Lowell National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...

11 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 22.5

View on nps.gov

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour Free near mile 14

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.58 one way

$7.16 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$3.89	$7.79
premium	$4.80	$4.25	$8.50
diesel	$5.64	$5.00	$10.00

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$29–$54

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	6.8	$2.36	$1.08
Efficient EV	5.6	$1.97	$0.90
EV Truck/SUV	9	$3.15	$1.44

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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 data refreshed 5 hours ago

Origin

Quincy, MA

Evening in Quincy on Sunday

Local time

7:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Partly Sunny

E 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Burlington, MA

Evening in Burlington on Sunday

Local time

7:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Partly Sunny

S 7 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Along the Route

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

11 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

4 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

37m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Burlington, MA covers 22.5 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Southeast Expressway, John F. Fitzgerald Expressway, I 93. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 11.3 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 $3.58 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.

On the drive from Quincy, MA to Burlington, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Arlington along the way.

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Trip from Quincy, MA to Burlington, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Burlington, MA

National Parks Near This Route

Adams National Historical Park

Boston National Historical Park

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Minute Man National Historical Park

Lowell National Historical Park

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Quincy, MA

Burlington, MA

Same local time

4 degrees warmer at arrival

37m on the road

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