Origin
Quincy, MA
Evening in Quincy on Sunday
Local time
6:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Quincy, MA to East Dennis, MA
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
71 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
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6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Quincy, MA
Youngcucafilms
East Dennis, MA
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
Traveling from Quincy to East Dennis is a straightforward 71-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route functions perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the Cape without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Pilgrims Highway and the Mid Cape Highway before transitioning onto East West Dennis Road. With an estimated fuel cost of just $11, it is a budget-friendly way to move between these two Northeast locations. Whether you are heading out for a weekend getaway or a quick change of scenery, the trip is efficient and simple to execute. Planning for a one-day excursion is ideal here, as the short duration leaves you plenty of time to enjoy your destination upon arrival.
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
35.5 miles from Quincy, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip that transitions from fast-paced highway travel to more technical local roads. You will spend roughly 41.6 miles—the longest stretch of the journey—on the Pilgrims Highway, which offers a steady rhythm before the character of the drive begins to shift. Overall, the route consists of about 2% highway driving, meaning you should prepare for a turn-heavy local drive as you approach the final stages of the trip. The road personality changes noticeably once you exit the major arteries, requiring more focus on navigation and maneuvering through local streets. This mix keeps the drive engaging, moving you from high-speed transit directly into the localized environment of the East Dennis area.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pilgrims Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 41.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Granite Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 71 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 0.3 miles (Granite Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Granite Street
Turn right onto Granite Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
7
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway
Merge onto MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
67.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward MA 134 North: Dennis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 78B
Toward MA 134 North: Dennis
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Highway | 41.6 mi | 52m |
| Mid Cape Highway | 22.8 mi | 31m |
| East West Dennis Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Burgin Parkway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Sagamore Bridge | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Pilgrim Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Piigrims Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Granite Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pilgrims Highway
— 41.6 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Quincy, MA and East Dennis, MA.
1
Start on Faxon Avenue
362 ft
·
17 sec
·
Faxon Avenue
2
Turn right onto Coddington Street
265 ft
·
6 sec
·
Coddington Street
3
Continue on Temple Street
280 ft
·
4 sec
·
Temple Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on Hancock Street
418 ft
·
12 sec
·
Hancock Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn right onto Granite Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Granite Street
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto Burgin Parkway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Burgin Parkway
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto MA 3
23 mi
·
29 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on MA 3
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Piigrims Highway
11
Continue on MA 3
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
12
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
13
Continue on MA 3
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Pilgrim Highway
14
Continue on US 6
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Sagamore Bridge
15
Continue on US 6
23 mi
·
31 min
·
Mid Cape Highway
Use the none / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 78B
Toward MA 134 North: Dennis
17
Turn straight onto MA 134
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
East West Dennis Road
Use the none lane.
18
Turn left onto MA 6A
135 ft
·
11 sec
·
Cranberry Highway
19
Turn left
49 ft
·
3 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of flexibility when choosing your departure time. However, be mindful that the turn-heavy nature of the final stretch can be more demanding than open highway cruising, so plan to stay alert during the transition from the Mid Cape Highway. You won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops with a $11 gas budget, though topping off before you leave Quincy is a smart way to ensure a seamless arrival. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 71-mile run, feel free to pace yourself according to your own comfort. A helpful tip for this route is to keep your GPS ready as you exit the highway, as the navigation through local roads into East Dennis requires careful attention to signage and turns.
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 35.5 miles from Quincy, MA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.6 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 71 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.5 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Dennis, 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 71 miles and 1h 36m.
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 Pilgrims Highway for about 41.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.5 mi from Quincy, MA · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Quincy, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Dennis, MA
The final approach into East Dennis, 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 East Dennis, 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
$11.30 one way
$22.60 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $12.29 | $24.58 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.41 | $26.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.77 | $31.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.94 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
East Dennis, MA
Evening in East Dennis on Sunday
Local time
6:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°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
38 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
1h 36m 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 East Dennis, MA covers 71 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pilgrims Highway, Mid Cape Highway, East West Dennis Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.5 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 $11.30 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 71 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Granite Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Quincy, MA to East Dennis, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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