Origin
Monument Beach, MA
Night in Monument Beach on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monument Beach, 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 11m
Distance
51.2 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
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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Quincy, MA
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Trip Overview
This 56.6-mile trip from Monument Beach to Quincy, Massachusetts, is designed for a single day, taking just over an hour to complete. You'll navigate primarily using Linwood Avenue, Shore Road, and Sandwich Road, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9. This route offers a local driving experience through the Northeast region, making it a straightforward option for a short excursion. Given its manageable distance and duration, it’s an easy one-day adventure without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Highway | 41.7 mi | 52m |
| Sandwich Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Shore Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Burgin Parkway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Sagamore Bridge | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Pilgrim Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Adams Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| MA 6A | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pilgrims Highway
— 41.7 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monument Beach, MA and Quincy, 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
·
52 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 42
Toward Quincy Center, MBTA Station, Burgin Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on this road
413 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
Exit 19
Toward Quincy Center, MBTA Station
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Burgin Parkway, Quincy Center, MBTA Drop-Off
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on Burgin Parkway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Burgin Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn slight right onto Granite Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Granite Street
Use the right lane.
16
At end of road, turn left onto Hancock Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Hancock Street
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on Coddington Street
265 ft
·
8 sec
·
Coddington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto Faxon Avenue
362 ft
·
15 sec
·
Faxon Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
Faxon Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.6 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.1 — 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
8
49 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward Quincy Center, MBTA Station, Burgin Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward Quincy Center, MBTA Station, Burgin Park...
9
49.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Burgin Parkway, Quincy Center, MBTA Drop-Off
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Burgin Parkway, Quincy Center, MBTA Drop...
7
50.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
Hancock Street
At end of road, turn left onto Hancock Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
51.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
Faxon Avenue
Turn left onto Faxon Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.19 one way
$16.39 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.94 | $17.87 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.72 | $19.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.30 | $22.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Quincy, MA
Night in Quincy on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Marshfield, MA
26 mi in
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
8 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 11m 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 on this route, as indicated by the 0% highway share. The roads you'll be on, including Linwood Avenue, Shore Road, and Sandwich Road, are characteristic of local thoroughfares. Without significant highway stretches, you'll likely experience a more engaging driving experience with frequent changes in direction. This type of drive often means you'll be passing through various towns and neighborhoods, offering a glimpse into the local landscape rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of open road.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.7 mi on Pilgrims 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 Linwood Avenue.
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 51.2 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 (Linwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 49 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 11m. Total distance: 51.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m 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 41.7 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 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Linwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 49 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 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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