Origin
Falmouth, MA
Morning in Falmouth on Sunday
Local time
6:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Falmouth, 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
50m
Distance
33 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Falmouth, MA
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Plymouth, MA
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Trip Overview
This short, 33-mile drive from Falmouth, MA to Plymouth, MA takes approximately 50 minutes and is perfect for a single-day trip. Traveling solely within the Northeast region of Massachusetts, you'll navigate local roads with a "turn-heavy" profile, meaning you'll be making frequent turns rather than cruising on highways. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $5, making it an economical option. With no major highway segments, this is a local exploration rather than a high-speed transit. It's an ideal route for those who prefer a more intimate driving experience and don't mind a more engaged journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Highway | 12.4 mi | 15m |
| West Falmouth Highway | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| General MacArthur Boulevard | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Sandwich Road Connector | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| South Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Palmer Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Sagamore Bridge | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pilgrims Highway
— 12.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Falmouth, MA and Plymouth, MA.
1
Start on this road
94 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Elm Arch Way
185 ft
·
15 sec
·
Elm Arch Way
3
Turn left onto MA 28
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Main Street
4
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 28
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto MA 28
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
North Main Street
6
Continue on MA 28
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Palmer Avenue
7
Continue on MA 28
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
West Falmouth Highway
8
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
General MacArthur Boulevard
9
Continue on MA 28
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
General MacArthur Boulevard
10
Enter roundabout onto Sandwich Road Connector
171 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sandwich Road Connector
11
Continue on Sandwich Road Connector
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Sandwich Road Connector
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto Adams Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Adams Street
13
Turn right onto MA 6A
239 ft
·
5 sec
·
Cranberry Highway
14
Take the ramp onto MA 6A
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
MA 6A
15
Merge onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Sagamore Bridge
16
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Pilgrim Highway
17
Continue on MA 3
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 13
Toward Plymouth Center
19
Keep slight right at fork
155 ft
·
4 sec
Exit 13
Toward Plymouth Center
20
Turn slight right onto South Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Sandwich Street
22
Continue on MA 3A
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Main Street Extension
23
Continue on MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Court Street
24
Arrive at destination
MA 3A
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.5 miles from Falmouth, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 31.2 — 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
|
Elm Arch Way
Turn right onto Elm Arch Way
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 28 / Main Street
Turn left onto MA 28 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 28 / Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 28 / Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MA 28 / North Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto MA 28 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
7
31.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Plymouth Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 13
Toward Plymouth Center
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.28 one way
$10.56 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.76 | $11.52 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.27 | $12.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.89 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Morning in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
6:13 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
5 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
50m 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 "turn-heavy local drive" for the entire 50-minute journey, with 0% highway share. The longest stretch without a turn is 12.4 miles on Pilgrims Highway. You'll primarily be on Pilgrims Highway, West Falmouth Highway, and General MacArthur Boulevard. This route is characterized by its frequent directional changes, offering a more engaging driving experience than a typical interstate. It's a hands-on drive that keeps you connected to the local landscape as you navigate through towns and neighborhoods.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.4 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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Elm Arch Way.
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 33 miles you will encounter 14 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 (Elm Arch Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MA 28 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (MA 28 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Falmouth, MA to Plymouth, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Plymouth Center along the way.
Plymouth Center
31 mi in
|
~45m
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 50m. Total distance: 33 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.4 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 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: near the start (Elm Arch Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MA 28 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (MA 28 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Cape Cod National Seashore (4 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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