This 56.3-mile drive from Quincy, MA to North Falmouth, MA takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes and is easily doable as a single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate Pilgrims Highway and General MacArthur Boulevard, with a small portion on Sandwich Road. With a modest fuel cost of around $9, this route offers a straightforward journey within the Northeast region. The experience is best described as a turn-heavy local drive, making it a good option for those who prefer a more connected-to-the-ground travel experience rather than a long highway haul. It's a quick and efficient way to get from one point to another without requiring an overnight stay.
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
28.2 miles from Quincy, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 37m into the drive
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this 56.3-mile route, with only about 7% of your journey on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 41.6 miles along Pilgrims Highway, offering a substantial period of consistent travel. As you progress, you'll transition through various local roads, including General MacArthur Boulevard and Sandwich Road. This type of driving means you'll be more engaged with navigation and the local landscape, rather than settling into a high-speed highway rhythm. It's a route that keeps you aware of your surroundings.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
163 ft33 ft
Total Climb
185 ft
Total Descent
233 ft
Highest Point
163 ft
~36.2 mi in
Elevation Range
130 ft
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 Complexity8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 56.3 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 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.8 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|Granite Street
Turn right onto Granite Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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
7
44.8 mi into trip|~58m in|MA 6A
Take the exit onto MA 6A toward MA 6A: Sagamore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 55
Toward MA 6A: Sagamore
7
45.3 mi into trip|~59m in|Sandwich Road
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
48.4 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|MA 28 / General MacArthur Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto MA 28 / General MacArthur Boulevard toward MA 28 South: Woods Hole, Joint Base Cape Cod, National Cemetery
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MA 28 South: Woods Hole, Joint Base Cape...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Quincy, MA and North Falmouth, MA, road signs point toward Joint Base Cape Cod and National Cemetery.
Joint Base Cape Cod
48.4 mi in|~1h 4m|via MA 28
National Cemetery
48.4 mi in|~1h 4m|via MA 28
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pilgrims Highway
41.6 mi
52m
General MacArthur Boulevard
4.1 mi
6m
Sandwich Road
3 mi
5m
MA 28
3 mi
4m
Burgin Parkway
1.2 mi
1m
MA 6A
0.5 mi
1m
Sagamore Bridge
0.4 mi
<1m
Nathan Ellis Highway
0.3 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 North Falmouth, 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 CodUse the straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward MA 3 South: Cape CodUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto MA 3
23 mi·29 min·Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
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
0.3 mi·22 sec·Mid Cape Highway
16
Take the exit onto MA 6A
0.5 mi·1 min·MA 6A
Exit 55Toward MA 6A: SagamoreUse the straight lane.
17
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
2.8 mi·4 min·Sandwich Road
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on Sandwich Road
0.2 mi·30 sec·Sandwich Road
19
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
466 ft·15 sec·General MacArthur Boulevard
Toward MA 28 South: Woods Hole, Joint Base Cape Cod, National Cemetery
20
Continue on MA 28
4.0 mi·5 min·General MacArthur Boulevard
Toward MA 28 South: Woods Hole, Joint Base Cape Cod, National Cemetery
21
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
0.1 mi·15 sec·MA 28
22
Continue on MA 28
2.9 mi·3 min·MA 28
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi·38 sec
Toward MA 151: Mashpee, North Falmouth
24
At end of road, turn left onto MA 151
0.3 mi·36 sec·Nathan Ellis Highway
25
Continue on County Road
0.1 mi·17 sec·County Road
26
Turn left onto Pine Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·Pine Street
27
Turn sharp right onto Old Main Road
23 ft·1 sec·Old Main Road
28
Arrive at destination
Old Main Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 17-minute duration and the 56.3-mile distance, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. Aim to depart in the morning to make the most of your day, especially since there are no designated stops recommended. The estimated fuel cost is just $9, so you won't need to worry extensively about refueling stops. Pay close attention to the turns, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent changes in direction. Since the longest stretch is 41.6 miles on Pilgrims Highway, plan for most of your navigation adjustments to occur outside of this main segment.
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 28.2 miles from Quincy, MA, or about 37m 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 56.3 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.2 miles or 37m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Falmouth, 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 56.3 miles and 1h 17m.
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 28.2 mi from Quincy, MA
· 37m into the drive
The midpoint is around 28.2 miles from Quincy, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Falmouth, MA
The final approach into North Falmouth, 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 North Falmouth, 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...
. . . 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...
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.
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all t...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 56.3
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.01 one way
$18.02 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg20 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$9.83
$19.65
premium
$4.82
$10.69
$21.38
diesel
$5.61
$12.43
$24.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
7 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
BOA Gallivan MA5-131 (Dorchester, MA)
Dorchester, MA
Electrify America
4 DCFC
QUIRK QUIRK FORD L3
Quincy, MA
ChargePoint Network
2 DCFC
LOCAL 103 IBEW DC FAST 1
Boston, MA
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
LOCAL 103 IBEW DC FAST 2
Boston, MA
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
QUIRK MAZDA
Quincy, MA
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
QUIRK NISSANQUINCYMA
Quincy, MA
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
QUIRK MAZDA ANNEX
Quincy, MA
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 6
Electrify America: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
16.9
0
$5.91
$2.70
Efficient EV
14.1
0
$4.93
$2.25
EV Truck/SUV
22.5
0
$7.88
$3.60
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 4 days ago
Origin
Quincy, MA
Evening
in Quincy on Tuesday
Local time
5:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Falmouth, MA
Evening
in North Falmouth on Tuesday
Local time
5:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
18 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 17m 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 North Falmouth, MA covers 56.3 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pilgrims Highway, General MacArthur Boulevard, Sandwich Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.2 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 $9.01 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 17 significant decision points across 56.3 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 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.8 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Quincy, MA and North Falmouth, MA, road signs point toward Joint Base Cape Cod and National Cemetery.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 33 ft to 163 ft elevation with about 185 ft of total climbing.
