Origin
Bellingham, MA
Late night in Bellingham on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bellingham, MA to Plymouth, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
48.8 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bellingham, MA
Italo Melo
Plymouth, MA
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Trip Overview
Bellingham to Plymouth is 48.8 miles and takes about 1 hour via I 495 and US 44, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward trip stays within Massachusetts, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a quick drive, perfect for a half-day excursion or an easy addition to a longer journey. You'll find the route efficient, primarily utilizing major highways for a smooth transit. Consider this drive for its simplicity and directness, ideal when time is a factor.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 28.3 mi | 32m |
| US 44 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| Mechanic Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Samoset Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Central Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Pilgrims Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Route 140 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Harding Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 28.3 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellingham, MA and Plymouth, MA.
1
Start on MA 126; MA 140
29 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on MA 126; MA 140
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Mechanic Street
3
Continue on MA 140
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Central Street
4
Continue on MA 140
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Route 140
5
Continue on MA 140
371 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Central Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
7
Merge onto I 495
28 mi
·
32 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 15
Toward US 44: Middleboro, Plymouth
9
Turn right onto US 44
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Harding Street
10
Enter roundabout onto US 44
446 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 44
11
Continue on US 44
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 44
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 44
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 44
Toward MA 3 South, US 44 East: Cape Cod
13
Merge onto US 44; MA 3
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
Pilgrims Highway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 15B
Toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
15
Turn straight onto Samoset Street
254 ft
·
9 sec
·
Samoset Street
16
Continue on Samoset Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Samoset Street
17
Turn right onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Court Street
Use the right lane.
18
Arrive at destination
MA 3A
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.4 miles from Bellingham, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 47.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
5
2.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
31.1 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
46.4 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
47.4 mi into trip
|
~56m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.81 one way
$15.62 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.52 | $17.03 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.27 | $18.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.77 | $21.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.27 | $1.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.83 | $3.12 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Plymouth, MA
Late night in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
22 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 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 drive is predominantly highway-focused, with a 90% highway share, making it a fast-paced journey. You'll experience a significant stretch of 28.3 miles on I 495, offering sustained high-speed travel. As you transition to US 44 and then Mechanic Street, the character shifts slightly, offering a more localized feel but still maintaining efficiency. Expect a smooth ride for the majority of the trip, designed for getting you to your destination without much fuss. The infrastructure supports a consistent pace throughout.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.3 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and US 44. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 2.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.8 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Bellingham, MA to Plymouth, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Cape Cod along the way.
Cape Cod
2.6 mi in
|
~4m
About the Cities
Arriving in Plymouth, MA
Full guide →Plymouth is on the South Shore of Massachusetts. Known as "America's Hometown," Plymouth is most famous for being the final landing place of the Pilgrims who arrived on board the Mayflower in 1620, after storms lead them away from their desired settlement, the Hudson River. The settlement they established, Plimoth Colony, was one of the earliest successful settlements of Europeans in North America. In addition to its obvious historical draws, modern-day Plymouth is a picturesque seaside town with a bustling summer resident population who come back year after year to enjoy its beaches, ponds, and forests. Although summer is Plymouth's peak tourist season, spring (before Memorial Day) and fall (after Labor Day) can be excellent times to visit. These bumper seasons are less crowded and certainly more comfortable temperature-wise.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 48.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.3 miles on I 495. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Plymouth, 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 2.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.8 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park, New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park and Adams National Historical Park (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 Plymouth, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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