Origin
Wrentham, MA
Evening in Wrentham on Sunday
Local time
7:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wrentham, MA to Plymouth, MA
Drive Time
53m
Distance
42.2 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wrentham, MA
Veronika Andrews
Plymouth, MA
Ajdin Coric
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Wrentham to Plymouth, you can expect a manageable 42.2-mile journey that typically takes about 53 minutes to complete. Because this trip is short and straightforward, it works perfectly as a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate primarily via local roads like East Street, Thurston Street, and Washington Street rather than major interstates. Budgeting approximately $6 for fuel is sufficient for the round trip, keeping your overhead costs minimal. Since both towns are nestled in the Northeast, the drive stays within familiar regional territory. This is an ideal choice for travelers looking for a direct, local commute between two historic Massachusetts communities.
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
21.1 miles from Wrentham, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel from start to finish. With 0% of the route on highways, you will spend the entire 53-minute duration navigating surface roads rather than cruising at high speeds. You won't find any long, monotonous stretches here; in fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on East Street, meaning the road constantly demands your attention. As you transition through the local streets, the character of the drive remains consistent, favoring winding neighborhood paths over open lanes. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that requires you to stay alert through frequent turns and intersections.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 495 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and US 44. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in near I 495.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 42.2 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 3.7 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.9 miles (US 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.7 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
24.6 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward US 44: Middleboro, Plymouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15
Toward US 44: Middleboro, Plymouth
6
39.9 mi into trip
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~47m in
|
US 44
Keep slight right at fork onto US 44 toward MA 3 South, US 44 East: Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MA 3 South, US 44 East: Cape Cod
6
40.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15B
Toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
5
42 mi into trip
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~52m in
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MA 3A / Court Street
Turn right onto MA 3A / Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 20.9 mi | 24m |
| US 44 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| Washington Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Thurston Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Samoset Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Pilgrims Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Harding Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 20.9 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wrentham, MA and Plymouth, MA.
1
Start on MA 1A
69 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Street
2
Continue on MA 140
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Street
3
Turn right onto Thurston Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Thurston Street
4
Turn right onto US 1
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 495 South: Cape Cod
6
Merge onto I 495
21 mi
·
24 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 15
Toward US 44: Middleboro, Plymouth
8
Turn right onto US 44
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Harding Street
9
Enter roundabout onto US 44
446 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 44
10
Continue on US 44
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 44
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 44
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 44
Toward MA 3 South, US 44 East: Cape Cod
12
Merge onto US 44; MA 3
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
Pilgrims Highway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 15B
Toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
14
Turn straight onto Samoset Street
254 ft
·
9 sec
·
Samoset Street
15
Continue on Samoset Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Samoset Street
16
Turn right onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Court Street
Use the right lane.
17
Arrive at destination
MA 3A
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 42.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding local peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Since there are no designated stops planned along this specific route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave; the $6 estimated fuel cost makes it easy to manage your budget ahead of time. Stay focused on the navigation, as the turn-heavy nature of the route means you will be making regular adjustments on East, Thurston, and Washington Streets. Since the drive is under an hour, you do not need to worry about pacing or rest breaks, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep your GPS running to stay on track with the frequent turns required to reach Plymouth efficiently.
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 21.1 miles from Wrentham, MA, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.9 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 42.2 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.1 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plymouth, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wrentham, 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 Wrentham, MA
This is one driving day of about 42.2 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wrentham, 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 I 495 for about 20.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.1 mi from Wrentham, MA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.1 miles from Wrentham, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Plymouth, MA
The final approach into Plymouth, 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 Plymouth, 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
$6.72 one way
$13.43 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $7.31 | $14.61 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.97 | $15.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.38 | $18.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.43 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.69 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Plymouth, MA
Evening in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
7:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
21 mi in
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
28 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
53m 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 Wrentham, MA to Plymouth, MA covers 42.2 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, US 44, Washington Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.1 miles from Wrentham, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.72 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 11 significant decision points across 42.2 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 3.7 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.9 miles (US 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Wrentham, MA to Plymouth, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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