Trip from Ludlow, 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

1h 55m

Distance

90 mi

145 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 47m ★

6 AM

1h 56m

8 AM

2h 13m

10 AM

2h 2m

12 PM

2h 0m

3 PM

2h 2m

5 PM

2h 12m

8 PM

1h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States

Ludlow, MA

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city in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Quincy, MA

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Trip Overview

Ludlow to Quincy is 90 miles and takes about 1 hour 55 minutes via the Massachusetts Turnpike and Southeast Expressway, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within the Northeast region, specifically within Massachusetts. Given its relatively short duration and highway nature, it's a practical option for a single-day trip, whether for commuting or a quick regional transfer. You'll spend most of your time on major arteries, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

45 miles from Ludlow, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike	79 mi	1h 33m
Southeast Expressway	3.8 mi	5m
Newport Avenue Extension	2.3 mi	5m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway	0.7 mi	1m
MA 3A	0.5 mi	1m
Hancock Street	0.4 mi	1m
Center Street	0.3 mi	<1m
Sewall Street	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Massachusetts Turnpike — 79 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ludlow, MA and Quincy, MA.

Start on this road

130 ft · 11 sec · this road

Turn right

181 ft · 14 sec

Turn right

73 ft · 11 sec

Turn left onto Walnut Street

285 ft · 14 sec · Walnut Street

Turn right onto Oak Street

0.1 mi · 39 sec · Oak Street

At end of road, turn left onto Howard Street

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Howard Street

Turn right onto Sewall Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Sewall Street

At end of road, turn right onto MA 21

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Center Street

Use the right lane.

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec

Use the right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 90

79 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

512 ft · 12 sec

Exit 134C-B-A Toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, Quincy Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

453 ft · 10 sec

Exit 134C-B Toward I 93 South, I 93 North: Quincy, Concord New Hampshire

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 134C Toward I 93 South: Quincy Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 93; US 1; MA 3

0.7 mi · 1 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.8 mi · 5 min · Southeast Expressway

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.

Merge onto MA 3A

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Gallivan Boulevard

Take the exit onto MA 3A

0.3 mi · 32 sec · MA 3A

Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3A

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Hancock Street

Use the slight right lane.

Turn slight right onto Newport Avenue Extension

2.3 mi · 5 min · Newport Avenue Extension

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto Adams Street

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Adams Street

Turn straight onto Hancock Street

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Hancock Street

Turn left onto Coddington Street

265 ft · 8 sec · Coddington Street

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Faxon Avenue

362 ft · 15 sec · Faxon Avenue

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

Faxon Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 90-mile drive that takes under two hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving during off-peak hours, perhaps mid-morning or early afternoon, can help you avoid the heaviest traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, you won't need to worry too much about frequent refueling stops, though it's always wise to top off before heading out. Pay attention to signage for the Southeast Expressway as you approach the Quincy area, as lane configurations can shift. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan any breaks around your personal needs.

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 45 miles from Ludlow, MA, or about 56m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79 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 20 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 45 miles or 56m 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 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Quincy, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Ludlow, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Ludlow, MA

This is one driving day of about 90 miles and 1h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Ludlow, MA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 79 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Framingham, MA

45 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

Southbridge, MA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Westborough, MA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 45 miles from Ludlow, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Massachusetts Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79 miles.

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 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 86.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.7 mi into trip | ~2m in | MA 21 / Center Street

At end of road, turn right onto MA 21 / Center Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

80.9 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Take the exit toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, Quincy

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 134C-B-A Toward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshi...

81 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 93 South, I 93 North: Quincy, Concord New Hampshire

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 134C-B Toward I 93 South, I 93 North: Quincy, Concord...

81.1 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 93 South: Quincy

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 134C Toward I 93 South: Quincy

86.2 mi into trip | ~1h 47m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.40 one way

$28.81 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$15.71	$31.41
premium	$4.82	$17.09	$34.18
diesel	$5.61	$19.87	$39.74

Estimated Tolls: $4.74

Massachusetts Turnpike (79 mi) $4.74

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	27	$9.45	$4.32
Efficient EV	22.5	$7.87	$3.60
EV Truck/SUV	36	$12.60	$5.76

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

11 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 15, 2026

Origin

Ludlow, MA

Night in Ludlow on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Quincy, MA

Night in Quincy on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°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.

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

1h 55m 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...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour $15 near mile 90

Park Closure: Historic Homes Closed for Season

View on nps.gov

Boston National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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.

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 80.7

View on nps.gov

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

. . . 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...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour Free near mile 90

View on nps.gov

Minute Man National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 71.4

View on nps.gov

New England National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...

9 mi from route ~24 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

15 mi from route ~38 min detour Free near mile 80.7

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the journey on major expressways. You'll encounter the Massachusetts Turnpike for a significant stretch of 79 miles, offering a consistent, high-speed experience. Following that, the Southeast Expressway continues this trend of continuous highway travel. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours. The landscape will likely be characteristic of major East Coast corridors, with development and traffic increasing as you approach the Boston metropolitan area.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 79 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Southeast Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near MA 21 / Center Street.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 90 miles you will encounter 22 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 0.7 miles (MA 21 / Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 80.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Ludlow, MA to Quincy, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Concord New Hampshire along the way.

Concord New Hampshire

80.9 mi in | ~1h 39m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 90 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 79 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $4.74 in tolls one way, starting with Massachusetts Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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.

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 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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Trip from Ludlow, MA to Quincy, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Ludlow, MA

Quincy, MA

Same local time

22 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 55m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Adams National Historical Park

Boston National Historical Park

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Minute Man National Historical Park

New England National Scenic Trail

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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