Origin
Monument Beach, MA
Night in Monument Beach on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monument Beach, MA to Boston, 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 24m
Distance
60.1 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monument Beach, MA
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Boston, MA
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Trip Overview
This 60.1-mile drive from Monument Beach to Boston, MA, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 24 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily travel on Pilgrims Highway and MA 3, with a portion on Sandwich Road contributing to its character. With an estimated fuel cost of $10, this trip is quite budget-friendly. The route offers a "turn-heavy local drive" feel, so don't expect a high-speed interstate cruise. Since you're staying within the Northeast region and the drive is short, you can focus on enjoying the journey without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Highway | 42.3 mi | 53m |
| MA 3 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Sandwich Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Shore Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Sagamore Bridge | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pilgrim Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Adams Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pilgrims Highway
— 42.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monument Beach, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on Pine Street
223 ft
·
15 sec
·
Pine Street
2
Turn left onto Linwood Avenue
452 ft
·
21 sec
·
Linwood Avenue
3
Turn right onto Shore Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Shore Road
4
Turn left onto Sandwich Road
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Sandwich Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto Adams Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Adams Street
6
Turn right onto MA 6A
239 ft
·
5 sec
·
Cranberry Highway
7
Take the ramp onto MA 6A
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
MA 6A
8
Merge onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Sagamore Bridge
9
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Pilgrim Highway
10
Continue on MA 3
42 mi
·
53 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on MA 3
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
MA 3
Exit 43B
Toward I 93 North: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward South Station, Airport
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward South Station
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Lincoln Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft
·
3 sec
·
Summer Street
17
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Devonshire Street
18
Turn left onto Franklin Street
173 ft
·
8 sec
·
Franklin Street
19
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
Arch Street
20
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft
·
11 sec
·
Milk Street
21
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Washington Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto Court Street
473 ft
·
20 sec
·
Court Street
23
Turn left onto Tremont Street
333 ft
·
11 sec
·
Tremont Street
24
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30 miles from Monument Beach, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 59.5 — 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
|
Linwood Avenue
Turn left onto Linwood Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
6.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
MA 6A / Cranberry Highway
Turn right onto MA 6A / Cranberry Highway
Navigation decision point
7
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward South Station, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward South Station, Airport
7
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward South Station
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward South Station
5
59.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
Summer Street
At end of road, turn left onto Summer Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.62 one way
$19.24 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.49 | $20.98 |
| premium | $4.82 | $11.41 | $22.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.41 | $3.85 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Boston, MA
Night in Boston on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
7 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 24m 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" experience for this 60.1-mile journey. Only about 14% of this route is on highways, meaning you'll encounter more frequent turns and potentially slower speeds as you navigate local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 42.3 miles on Pilgrims Highway. This profile suggests a drive that requires your attention, as you'll likely be making several directional changes rather than cruising on a straight highway. The road character will likely shift from more open highway to more developed local routes as you approach Boston.
Only 14% 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: 42.3 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 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Linwood Avenue.
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 60.1 miles you will encounter 17 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 (Linwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (MA 6A / Cranberry Highway): Navigation decision point; at 58.2 miles: 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 1h 24m. Total distance: 60.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.3 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 Boston, 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 (Linwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (MA 6A / Cranberry Highway): Navigation decision point; at 58.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Boston, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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