Origin
Marlborough, MA
Evening in Marlborough on Sunday
Local time
5:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marlborough, 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 21m
Distance
68 mi
110 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marlborough, MA
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Plymouth, MA
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Trip Overview
This 68-mile drive from Marlborough to Plymouth, Massachusetts, is a manageable 1 hour and 21 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily navigate via the Blue Star Memorial Highway and US 44, with a small portion on Samoset Street. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, this route offers an economical excursion within the Northeast region. The journey is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a need for attention rather than a passive cruise. Given its short duration and straightforward path, this trip is best enjoyed without an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Memorial Highway | 48.5 mi | 55m |
| US 44 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| Samoset Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Lakeside Avenue | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Pilgrims Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Harding Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Court Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Blue Star Memorial Highway
— 48.5 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marlborough, MA and Plymouth, MA.
1
Start on this road
146 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Windsor Street
184 ft
·
8 sec
·
Windsor Street
3
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 20
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
·
Lakeside Avenue
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 495 South: Cape Cod
6
Merge onto I 495
49 mi
·
55 min
·
Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 15
Toward US 44: Middleboro, Plymouth
8
Turn right onto US 44
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Harding Street
9
Enter roundabout onto US 44
446 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 44
10
Continue on US 44
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 44
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 44
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 44
Toward MA 3 South, US 44 East: Cape Cod
12
Merge onto US 44; MA 3
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
Pilgrims Highway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 15B
Toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
14
Turn straight onto Samoset Street
254 ft
·
9 sec
·
Samoset Street
15
Continue on Samoset Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Samoset Street
16
Turn right onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Court Street
Use the right lane.
17
Arrive at destination
MA 3A
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34 miles from Marlborough, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 66.7 — 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
|
Windsor Street
At end of road, turn left onto Windsor Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 495 / Blue Star Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 495 / Blue Star Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
50.4 mi into trip
|
~58m 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
65.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m 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
66.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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
$10.88 one way
$21.77 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $11.87 | $23.74 |
| premium | $4.82 | $12.91 | $25.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.01 | $30.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Evening in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
5:53 PM
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 21m 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 more engaged driving experience on this route, as indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. While only 22% of the journey is on highways, you'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 48.5 miles along the Blue Star Memorial Highway. This suggests a transition from potentially more complex local roads to a longer, more consistent segment before returning to local navigation as you approach Plymouth. The road's personality is less about high-speed cruising and more about navigating through varied terrain and traffic patterns.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.5 mi on Blue Star Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Windsor Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Windsor Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 495 / Blue Star Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 21m. Total distance: 68 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m 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 48.5 miles on Blue Star Memorial 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 (Windsor Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 495 / Blue Star Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and New Bedford Whaling 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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