Origin
Dracut, MA
Late night in Dracut on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dracut, MA to Quincy, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
41.6 mi
67 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dracut, MA
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Quincy, MA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 41.6-mile drive from Dracut, MA to Quincy, MA is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 59 minutes to complete. The journey is primarily highway-focused, with about 76% of the route utilizing major roads like I-93 and the Southeast Expressway. With an estimated fuel cost of $7, this trip is quite budget-friendly. Given the short distance and focused profile, no overnight stops are necessary. You'll be traveling within the Northeast region for the entirety of this Massachusetts excursion, making for a simple and efficient transit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 22.3 mi | 26m |
| Southeast Expressway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Broadway Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Interstate 93 HOV lane | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Newport Avenue Extension | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| North Lowell Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| MA 3A | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 22.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dracut, MA and Quincy, MA.
1
Start on this road
221 ft
·
21 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto MA 113
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Arlington Street
3
Turn left onto MA 113
198 ft
·
3 sec
·
Willard Street
4
Continue on MA 113
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Broadway Road
5
Continue on MA 113
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lowell Street
6
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
283 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lowell Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 93 South: Boston
8
Merge onto I 93
22 mi
·
26 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
Use the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
11
Merge onto I 93; US 1
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Southeast Expressway
13
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.
14
Merge onto MA 3A
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Gallivan Boulevard
15
Take the exit onto MA 3A
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
MA 3A
16
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Hancock Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn slight right onto Newport Avenue Extension
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Newport Avenue Extension
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto Adams Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Adams Street
19
Turn straight onto Hancock Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Hancock Street
20
Turn left onto Coddington Street
265 ft
·
8 sec
·
Coddington Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto Faxon Avenue
362 ft
·
15 sec
·
Faxon Avenue
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
Faxon Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 41.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Dracut, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 41.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 113 / Arlington Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 113 / Arlington Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
28.6 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
37.9 mi into trip
|
~51m 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
7
38.5 mi into trip
|
~52m 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
41.5 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Coddington Street
Turn left onto Coddington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.66 one way
$13.32 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.26 | $14.52 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.90 | $15.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.18 | $18.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
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
Quincy, MA
Late night in Quincy on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m 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?
Expect a heavily highway-oriented experience on this 41.6-mile trip. The majority of your time will be spent on I-93 and the Southeast Expressway, accounting for 76% of the drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.3 miles on I-93, offering a consistent pace. While predominantly fast-paced highway driving, be prepared for potential traffic as you approach more urban areas. The road character remains largely consistent, prioritizing direct travel over scenic detours.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.3 mi on I 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and Southeast Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MA 113 / Arlington Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 41.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MA 113 / Arlington Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 28.6 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles (MA 3A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 41.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.3 miles on I 93. 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 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: near the start (MA 113 / Arlington Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 28.6 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles (MA 3A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Boston National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Lowell 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 Quincy, 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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