This 66.8-mile drive from Cotuit to Boston, Massachusetts, is estimated to take about 1 hour and 37 minutes. It's a straightforward day trip, perfect for a single excursion without needing an overnight stay. You'll primarily navigate via Pilgrims Highway and MA 3, with some sections on Cotuit Road. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $11. Since both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, you'll remain in familiar territory throughout the trip. This route offers a practical way to get from the Cape Cod area into the heart of Boston.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.4 miles from Cotuit, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pilgrims Highway
42.3 mi
53m
MA 3
8.4 mi
11m
Cotuit Road
4.7 mi
10m
Mid Cape Highway
3.6 mi
4m
Main Street
2.5 mi
4m
Forestdale Road
1.7 mi
3m
Sandwich Cotuit Road
0.4 mi
1m
Sagamore Bridge
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Pilgrims Highway
— 42.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cotuit, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on this road
208 ft·17 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto School Street
416 ft·15 sec·School Street
3
Turn left onto Main Street
1.7 mi·3 min·Main Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto MA 28
327 ft·8 sec·Falmouth Road
5
Turn right onto MA 130
0.2 mi·18 sec·Cotuit Road
6
Continue on MA 130
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
7
Turn right onto Cotuit Road
1.5 mi·2 min·Cotuit Road
8
Enter roundabout onto Cotuit Road
85 ft·4 sec·Cotuit Road
9
Continue on Cotuit Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Cotuit Road
10
Continue on Sandwich Cotuit Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Sandwich Cotuit Road
11
Continue on Cotuit Road
2.2 mi·5 min·Cotuit Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto MA 130
1.7 mi·3 min·Forestdale Road
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 6 West: Boston, Providence
14
Merge onto US 6
3.6 mi·4 min·Mid Cape Highway
15
Continue on US 6
0.4 mi·45 sec·Sagamore Bridge
16
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi·20 sec·Pilgrim Highway
17
Continue on MA 3
42 mi·53 min·Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on MA 3
8.4 mi·11 min·MA 3
Exit 43BToward I 93 North: BostonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
0.2 mi·19 sec·John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward South Station, AirportUse the straight / slight left lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward South StationUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on Lincoln Street
0.3 mi·53 sec·Lincoln Street
23
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft·3 sec·Summer Street
24
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·Devonshire Street
25
Turn left onto Franklin Street
173 ft·8 sec·Franklin Street
26
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft·20 sec·Arch Street
27
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft·11 sec·Milk Street
28
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi·32 sec·Washington Street
29
At end of road, turn left onto Court Street
473 ft·20 sec·Court Street
30
Turn left onto Tremont Street
333 ft·11 sec·Tremont Street
31
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 37 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with departure times. Leaving Cotuit mid-morning can help you avoid the heaviest local traffic. With only 66.8 miles to cover, you likely won't need extensive rest stops, but it’s always wise to take a break when you feel tired. Pay attention to road signs as you transition between Pilgrims Highway, MA 3, and local roads like Cotuit Road, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route means navigation is key. The $11 fuel estimate is quite manageable for this distance.
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 33.4 miles from Cotuit, MA, or about 51m 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 15 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.4 miles or 51m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boston, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cotuit, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cotuit, MA
This is one driving day of about 66.8 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Cotuit, 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 66.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|School Street
At end of road, turn right onto School Street
Navigation decision point
6
9.6 mi into trip|~20m in
Take the ramp toward US 6 West: Boston, Providence
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 6 West: Boston, Providence
7
64.9 mi into trip|~1h 32m 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
65.4 mi into trip|~1h 33m 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
66.2 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|Summer Street
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.69 one way
$21.38 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$11.66
$23.32
premium
$4.82
$12.68
$25.37
diesel
$5.61
$14.75
$29.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20
0
$7.01
$3.21
Efficient EV
16.7
0
$5.85
$2.67
EV Truck/SUV
26.7
0
$9.35
$4.28
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Cotuit, MA
Late night
in Cotuit on Sunday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Destination
Boston, MA
Late night
in Boston on Sunday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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.
Road read
1h 37m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Adams National Historical Park
National Historical Park
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 62.2
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 66.8
Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 66.8
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all t...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 13.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 66.8-mile trip. Only about 13% of the route is on highways, meaning you'll spend most of your time on local roads and some state highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.3 miles on Pilgrims Highway. This suggests a journey with frequent changes in speed and direction, rather than a monotonous highway cruise. Be prepared for a more engaging driving experience with various road types.
Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.3 mi on Pilgrims Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near School Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 66.8 miles you will encounter 19 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: near the start (School Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
On the drive from Cotuit, MA to Boston, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Providence along the way.
A city of history and tradition, Boston offers a proud legacy of culture, education, and numerous sporting championships. The "shining city on a hill"s independent spirit has been displayed to the world ever since colonists were angry over a British tax on their beloved tea and dumped shiploads of it into the harbor in protest.
In the early 1600s, the peninsula in Massachusetts that would become known as Boston was controlled by Native Americans until John Smith (English soldier, explorer, colonial governor, Admiral of New England, and author) named the area New England to attract European settlers. Boston was founded in 1630 by John Winthrop, making it one of the oldest cities in the U.S.
No other American city has made more of an effort to preserve its history, and you'll find buildings that pre-date the republic dotted throughout the region.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 66.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.3 miles on Pilgrims Highway. 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 Boston, 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: near the start (School Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Boston, MA before heading back.
