Origin
Sandwich, MA
Late night in Sandwich on Thursday
Local time
1:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sandwich, MA to Boston, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
56.4 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sandwich, MA
Costin Cerednicenco
Boston, MA
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Trip Overview
This 56.4-mile drive from Sandwich to Boston, Massachusetts, will take you about 1 hour and 17 minutes. It's a convenient day trip, easily accomplished without an overnight stay. You'll be traveling through the Northeast region of the US, staying within Massachusetts. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9. The route primarily utilizes Pilgrims Highway, MA 3, and Route 6A, offering a local feel for most of the way. Consider this an easy hop to your destination, perfect for a quick visit.
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 Sandwich, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 56.4-mile stretch. With only 18% highway share, you'll spend most of your time on surface streets and local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.3 miles on Pilgrims Highway, but be prepared for frequent turns and changes in speed limits as you navigate. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it's a more engaged driving experience that requires attention to the road ahead, especially as you approach the denser areas around Boston.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 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 42.3 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 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 54.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 54.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.8 miles (Summer Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
54.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward South Station, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward South Station, Airport
7
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward South Station
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward South Station
5
55.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Summer Street
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
Navigation decision point
5
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Franklin Street
Turn left onto Franklin Street
Navigation decision point
5
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Arch Street
Turn right onto Arch Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Highway | 42.3 mi | 53m |
| MA 3 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Route 6A | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Cranberry Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Sandwich Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Sagamore Bridge | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pilgrim Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pilgrims Highway
— 42.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandwich, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on Jarves Street
73 ft
·
10 sec
·
Jarves Street
2
Turn left onto MA 6A
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 6A
3
Continue on MA 6A
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Sandwich Road
4
Turn left onto MA 6A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cranberry Highway
5
Take the ramp onto MA 6A
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
MA 6A
6
Merge onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Sagamore Bridge
7
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Pilgrim Highway
8
Continue on MA 3
42 mi
·
53 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on MA 3
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
MA 3
Exit 43B
Toward I 93 North: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward South Station, Airport
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward South Station
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Lincoln Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft
·
3 sec
·
Summer Street
15
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Devonshire Street
16
Turn left onto Franklin Street
173 ft
·
8 sec
·
Franklin Street
17
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
Arch Street
18
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft
·
11 sec
·
Milk Street
19
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Washington Street
20
At end of road, turn left onto Court Street
473 ft
·
20 sec
·
Court Street
21
Turn left onto Tremont Street
333 ft
·
11 sec
·
Tremont Street
22
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this trip offers great flexibility. You can depart Sandwich at your leisure, but aim to avoid peak commuter times if entering Boston. With a fuel cost of approximately $9, filling up before you leave Sandwich is a good idea. Since there are no recommended stops, you can push through to Boston directly or make spontaneous breaks as needed. The main roads include Pilgrims Highway, MA 3, and Route 6A; pay close attention to signage on Pilgrims Highway, as it's your longest continuous stretch and a key part of navigating this local-feeling route.
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 Sandwich, MA, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.3 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 12 miles or 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 Boston, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sandwich, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sandwich, MA
This is one driving day of about 56.4 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Sandwich, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pilgrims Highway for about 42.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.2 mi from Sandwich, MA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.2 miles from Sandwich, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boston, MA
The final approach into Boston, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.03 one way
$18.05 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.84 | $19.69 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.71 | $21.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.45 | $24.90 |
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.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.92 | $2.71 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.90 | $3.61 |
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.
Destination
Boston, MA
Late night in Boston on Thursday
Local time
1:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 Sandwich, MA to Boston, MA covers 56.4 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, MA 3, Route 6A. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.2 miles from Sandwich, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.03 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 56.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 54.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.8 miles (Summer Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sandwich, MA to Boston, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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