Southampton, MA to Quincy, MA is 109.2 miles and takes about 2h 17m via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its predominantly highway profile, this is a straightforward trip, ideal for a single-day drive. You'll find it a convenient way to travel between these two locations without significant detours or complex navigation.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.6 miles from Southampton, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
93.5 mi
1h 50m
Southeast Expressway
3.8 mi
5m
Southampton Road
3.4 mi
5m
College Highway
2.8 mi
4m
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
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 93.5 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southampton, MA and Quincy, MA.
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Start on Maple Street
88 ft·7 sec·Maple Street
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Turn right onto MA 10
2.8 mi·4 min·College Highway
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Continue on MA 10
3.4 mi·5 min·Southampton Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·35 sec
6
Merge onto I 90
94 mi·1 hr 50 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
512 ft·12 sec
Exit 134C-B-AToward I 93: South Station, Concord New Hampshire, QuincyUse the slight left / straight lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
453 ft·10 sec
Exit 134C-BToward I 93 South, I 93 North: Quincy, Concord New Hampshire
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 134CToward I 93 South: QuincyUse the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 93; US 1; MA 3
0.7 mi·1 min·John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.8 mi·5 min·Southeast Expressway
12
Take the exit onto MA 3A
0.2 mi·39 sec·MA 3A
Exit 12Toward MA 3A South: Neponset, QuincyUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto MA 3A
0.1 mi·8 sec·Gallivan Boulevard
14
Take the exit onto MA 3A
0.3 mi·32 sec·MA 3A
15
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3A
0.2 mi·25 sec·Hancock Street
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn slight right onto Newport Avenue Extension
2.3 mi·5 min·Newport Avenue Extension
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto Adams Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·Adams Street
18
Turn straight onto Hancock Street
0.3 mi·37 sec·Hancock Street
19
Turn left onto Coddington Street
265 ft·8 sec·Coddington Street
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto Faxon Avenue
362 ft·15 sec·Faxon Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Arrive at destination
Faxon Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 109.2-mile drive, leaving in the morning is advisable to avoid potential rush hour traffic as you approach Quincy. With a duration of just over two hours, you likely won't need extensive stops, but a quick break around the halfway point on the Massachusetts Turnpike could be beneficial. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $17, and it’s wise to top off before starting or during a brief stop. Given the relatively short distance, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best.
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 54.6 miles from Southampton, MA, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.5 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 24 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.6 miles or 1h 7m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Quincy, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Southampton, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Southampton, MA
This is one driving day of about 109.2 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Southampton, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 93.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 100.2 and 106.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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100.2 mi into trip|~2h 1m 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...
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100.3 mi into trip|~2h 1m 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...
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100.3 mi into trip|~2h 1m 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
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105.5 mi into trip|~2h 9m 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
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106.1 mi into trip|~2h 10m in|MA 3A / Hancock Street
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3A / Hancock Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.48 one way
$34.95 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$19.06
$38.12
premium
$4.82
$20.74
$41.47
diesel
$5.61
$24.11
$48.22
Estimated Tolls: $5.61
Massachusetts Turnpike
(93.5 mi)$5.61
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
$17
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.8
0
$11.47
$5.24
Efficient EV
27.3
0
$9.56
$4.37
EV Truck/SUV
43.7
0
$15.29
$6.99
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Southampton, MA
Late night
in Southampton on Tuesday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Quincy, MA
Late night
in Quincy on Tuesday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
15 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
2h 17m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is 90% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on the Massachusetts Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch on this highway is 93.5 miles. Expect a significant portion of your travel to be on high-speed, multi-lane roads before transitioning to surface streets closer to Quincy. The high percentage of highway driving suggests frequent exits and merges as you approach your destination.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.5 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 100.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 109.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 100.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Southampton, MA to Quincy, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Concord New Hampshire along the way.
Concord New Hampshire
100.2 mi in|~2h 1m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 109.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.5 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.61 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.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 100.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Quincy, MA before heading back.
