Origin
Milton, MA
Morning in Milton on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milton, MA to Plymouth, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
33.2 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 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milton, MA
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Plymouth, MA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 33.2-mile drive from Milton, MA to Plymouth, MA is a quick trip, typically taking about 46 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The journey is heavily focused on highway driving, with 90% of the route utilizing major roads like MA 3 and the Southeast Expressway. You can expect a fuel cost of around $5 for this relatively short distance. Given its brevity and highway-centric profile, this route offers a no-fuss connection between two points within the Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MA 3 | 28.2 mi | 35m |
| Southeast Expressway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Samoset Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Edge Hill Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Bryant Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Court Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lodge Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MA 3
— 28.2 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milton, MA and Plymouth, MA.
1
Start on Lodge Street
269 ft
·
14 sec
·
Lodge Street
2
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pleasant Street
3
Continue on Edge Hill Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Edge Hill Road
4
Turn right onto Bryant Avenue
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bryant Avenue
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
526 ft
·
12 sec
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Braintree, Cape Cod
6
Merge onto I 93; US 1; MA 3
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 3
28 mi
·
35 min
·
MA 3
Exit 7
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
Use the slight left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 15B
Toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver
9
Turn straight onto Samoset Street
254 ft
·
9 sec
·
Samoset Street
10
Continue on Samoset Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Samoset Street
11
Turn right onto MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Court Street
Use the right lane.
12
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 16.6 miles from Milton, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 31.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Bryant Avenue
Turn right onto Bryant Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Braintree, Cape Cod
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Braintree, Cape...
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 93; US 1; MA 3 / Southeast Expressway
Merge onto I 93; US 1; MA 3 / Southeast Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
MA 3
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 3 toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
6
31.8 mi into trip
|
~42m 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
$5.31 one way
$10.63 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.30 | $12.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.33 | $14.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.6 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 | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.59 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.65 | $2.12 |
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 Tuesday
Local time
6:57 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
15 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
46m 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 highway-focused experience for the majority of this 33.2-mile journey. With 90% of the drive on main roads, including MA 3 and the Southeast Expressway, this route prioritizes efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.2 miles on MA 3, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the route concludes with Samoset Street, suggesting a slight shift in character as you approach your destination. This drive is designed for steady progress rather than winding scenic exploration.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.2 mi on MA 3.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MA 3 and Southeast Expressway. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near Bryant Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 33.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.5 miles (Bryant Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles (I 93; US 1; MA 3 / Southeast Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Milton, MA to Plymouth, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Cape Cod along the way.
Cape Cod
1.7 mi in
|
~4m
About the Cities
Arriving in Plymouth, MA
Full guide →Founded 1620
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.
Top landmarks
- • Plymouth Rock — Historical important rock in Ply-mouth, Massachusetts, USA
- • Plimoth Patuxet — museum in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA
- • Mayflower II — replica of the 17th-century ship Mayflower
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 46m. Total distance: 33.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.2 miles on MA 3. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 1.5 miles (Bryant Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles (I 93; US 1; MA 3 / Southeast Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area and Boston 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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