Origin
Saugus, MA
Afternoon in Saugus on Saturday
Local time
3:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saugus, MA to Quincy, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
20.4 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saugus, MA
Siarhei Nester
Quincy, MA
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Trip Overview
Saugus to Quincy is 20.4 miles and takes about 32 minutes via Tobin Bridge and Southeast Expressway, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, connecting the Northeast region to itself. Expect a drive that's mostly highway, designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. It's a straightforward connection, ideal for a quick transit between these two points without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tobin Bridge | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Southeast Expressway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Northeast Expressway | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Newport Avenue Extension | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Bennett Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Cutler Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Newburyport Turnpike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Tobin Bridge
— 5.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saugus, MA and Quincy, MA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward US 1 South: Boston
3
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Newburyport Turnpike
4
Continue on US 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Bennett Highway
Toward Boston
5
Continue on US 1
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cutler Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 1
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 1
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Tobin Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Southeast Expressway
9
Take the exit onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
MA 3A
Exit 12
Toward MA 3A South: Neponset, Quincy
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto MA 3A
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Gallivan Boulevard
11
Take the exit onto MA 3A
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
MA 3A
12
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Hancock Street
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn slight right onto Newport Avenue Extension
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Newport Avenue Extension
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto Adams Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Adams Street
15
Turn straight onto Hancock Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Hancock Street
16
Turn left onto Coddington Street
265 ft
·
8 sec
·
Coddington Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Faxon Avenue
362 ft
·
15 sec
·
Faxon Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
Faxon Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 16.6 and 20.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
16.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
MA 3A
Take the exit onto MA 3A toward MA 3A South: Neponset, Quincy
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 12
Toward MA 3A South: Neponset, Quincy
4
16.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
MA 3A / Gallivan Boulevard
Merge onto MA 3A / Gallivan Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining
7
17.3 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
MA 3A / Hancock Street
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3A / Hancock Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
20.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Coddington Street
Turn left onto Coddington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
20.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
Faxon Avenue
Turn left onto Faxon Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.26 one way
$6.53 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.56 | $7.12 |
| premium | $4.82 | $3.87 | $7.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.05
Newburyport Turnpike
(0.7 mi)
$0.05
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Quincy, MA
Afternoon in Quincy on Saturday
Local time
3:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
32m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a mixed drive, with 38% of the route utilizing highways. You'll encounter stretches like the 5.8 miles on the Tobin Bridge, which offers a taste of the highway's character. The journey transitions between expressways, suggesting a predominantly fast-paced driving experience. As you move from Saugus towards Quincy, the road will feel like a direct conduit, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding byways.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.8 mi on Tobin Bridge.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 16.6 miles in near MA 3A.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 20.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 32m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.6 miles (MA 3A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.9 miles (MA 3A / Gallivan Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 17.3 miles (MA 3A / Hancock Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Saugus, MA to Quincy, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
1.7 mi in
|
~2m
|
via US 1
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 20.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.8 miles on Tobin Bridge. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.05 in tolls one way, starting with Newburyport Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Quincy, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.6 miles (MA 3A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.9 miles (MA 3A / Gallivan Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 17.3 miles (MA 3A / Hancock Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, Boston National Historical Park and Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Quincy, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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