Trip from Quincy, MA to Pocasset, MA

Q: How long is the trip from Quincy, MA to Pocasset, MA?

The drive from Quincy, MA to Pocasset, MA covers 54.1 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are Pilgrims Highway, General MacArthur Boulevard, Sandwich Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 27.1 miles from Quincy, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.61 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Drive Time

1h 14m

Distance

54.1 mi

87 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 17 min

4 AM

1h 9m ★

6 AM

1h 14m

8 AM

1h 26m

10 AM

1h 19m

12 PM

1h 17m

3 PM

1h 19m

5 PM

1h 26m

8 PM

1h 11m

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

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Quincy to Pocasset covers 54.1 miles, a journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the Cape Cod area without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $9 for fuel to complete the trip. Navigating this path involves transitioning from the urban surroundings of Quincy toward the coastal atmosphere of Pocasset. It is a straightforward drive that serves as an efficient link between these two Massachusetts locations.

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

27.1 miles from Quincy, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that balances highway efficiency with more grounded road segments. You will spend a small portion of the trip on highways, with a significant 41.6-mile stretch occurring on the Pilgrims Highway. As you progress, the route shifts from fast-paced highway travel onto General MacArthur Boulevard and Sandwich Road. This transition creates a distinct change in pace, requiring you to stay alert as the road configuration evolves. With a highway share of only 2, the experience is less about monotonous interstate cruising and more about navigating the specific local infrastructure leading into Pocasset.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 26 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 2 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 54.1 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 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; at 45.3 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

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

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

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.

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...

51.8 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in

Take the exit toward Barlows Landing Road, Pocasset

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

Use the right lane. Toward Barlows Landing Road, Pocasset

Towns Along This Route

Between Quincy, MA and Pocasset, 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	3.4 mi	4m
Sandwich Road	3 mi	5m
Barlows Landing Road	1.7 mi	3m
Burgin Parkway	1.2 mi	1m
Shore Road	0.6 mi	1m
MA 6A	0.5 mi	1m
Sagamore Bridge	0.4 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 Pocasset, MA.

Start on Faxon Avenue

362 ft · 17 sec · Faxon Avenue

Turn right onto Coddington Street

265 ft · 6 sec · Coddington Street

Continue on Temple Street

280 ft · 4 sec · Temple Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on Hancock Street

418 ft · 12 sec · Hancock Street

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto Granite Street

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Granite Street

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto Burgin Parkway

1.2 mi · 1 min · Burgin Parkway

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 57 sec

Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto MA 3

23 mi · 29 min · Pilgrims Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on MA 3

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Piigrims Highway

Continue on MA 3

6.1 mi · 7 min · Pilgrims Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3

12 mi · 15 min · Pilgrims Highway

Continue on MA 3

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Pilgrim Highway

Continue on US 6

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Sagamore Bridge

Continue on US 6

0.3 mi · 22 sec · Mid Cape Highway

Take the exit onto MA 6A

0.5 mi · 1 min · MA 6A

Exit 55 Toward MA 6A: Sagamore Use the straight lane.

At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road

2.8 mi · 4 min · Sandwich Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on Sandwich Road

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Sandwich Road

Enter roundabout onto MA 28

466 ft · 15 sec · General MacArthur Boulevard

Toward MA 28 South: Woods Hole, Joint Base Cape Cod, National Cemetery

Continue on MA 28

3.3 mi · 4 min · General MacArthur Boulevard

Toward MA 28 South: Woods Hole, Joint Base Cape Cod, National Cemetery Use the none lane.

Take the exit

185 ft · 5 sec

Toward Barlows Landing Road, Pocasset Use the right lane.

Continue on Barlows Landing Road

1.7 mi · 3 min · Barlows Landing Road

Turn left onto Shore Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Shore Road

Turn right onto Saco Avenue

242 ft · 12 sec · Saco Avenue

Turn right onto Prospect Avenue

35 ft · 1 sec · Prospect Avenue

Arrive at destination

Prospect Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 14 minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that the route relies heavily on local roads toward the end, so stay attentive to your navigation as you transition off the main highway. To ensure a smooth experience, verify your fuel levels before leaving Quincy, especially since the $9 estimated cost is quite modest. Using the Pilgrims Highway for the bulk of your travel will help you maintain a consistent pace before you reach the final, turn-heavy portion of your journey.

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 27.1 miles from Quincy, MA, or about 35m 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 54.1 miles or 1h 14m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 27.1 miles or 35m 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

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pocasset, 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 54.1 miles and 1h 14m.

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 27.1 mi from Quincy, MA · 35m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Boston, MA

27 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

Boston, MA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Boston, MA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 27.1 miles from Quincy, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Pocasset, MA

The final approach into Pocasset, 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 Pocasset, 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

$8.61 one way

$17.22 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 19 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$9.37	$18.73
premium	$4.80	$10.22	$20.44
diesel	$5.64	$12.02	$24.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$34–$59

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	16.2	$5.68	$2.60
Efficient EV	13.5	$4.73	$2.16
EV Truck/SUV	21.6	$7.57	$3.46

Gas CO2

19 kg

EV CO2

6 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Quincy, MA

Evening in Quincy on Sunday

Local time

7:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pocasset, MA

Evening in Pocasset on Sunday

Local time

7:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°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

15 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 14m 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 Pocasset, MA covers 54.1 miles and takes about 1h 14m 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 27.1 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 $8.61 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.