Origin
Taunton, MA
Late night in Taunton on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Taunton, 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
32m
Distance
23.9 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Taunton, MA
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Plymouth, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Taunton to Plymouth, you can expect a straightforward 23.9-mile journey that typically takes about 32 minutes behind the wheel. This short jaunt is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination in under an hour without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover this distance across the Northeast region of Massachusetts. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares like US 44, New State Highway, and Harding Street to keep your travel time efficient. Given the short duration, this drive is ideal for those who prefer a direct, no-fuss approach to getting from Point A to Point B.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 44 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| New State Highway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Harding Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Dean Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Samoset Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Cape Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Pilgrims Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Court Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 44
— 15.1 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taunton, MA and Plymouth, MA.
1
Start on Allans Avenue
117 ft
·
10 sec
·
Allans Avenue
2
Turn left onto Spring Street
384 ft
·
9 sec
·
Spring Street
3
Continue on Church Green
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Church Green
4
Continue on US 44
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Dean Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 44
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Cape Road
6
Continue on US 44
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
New State Highway
7
Continue on US 44
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Cape Road
8
Continue on US 44
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
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
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 23.7 — 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
|
Spring Street
Turn left onto Spring Street
Navigation decision point
4
6.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 44
Enter roundabout onto US 44
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
21.6 mi into trip
|
~26m 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
22.6 mi into trip
|
~28m 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
5
23.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
MA 3A / Court Street
Turn right onto MA 3A / Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.82 one way
$7.65 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.17 | $8.34 |
| premium | $4.82 | $4.54 | $9.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.28 | $10.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Late night in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 mph
4% chance
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
30 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
32m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 63% of your travel occurring on higher-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating US 44, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 15.1 miles. As you transition between the highway segments and local connectors like Harding Street, the character of the road shifts from fast-paced transit to more localized travel. Expect a consistent, functional driving experience rather than a winding backroad adventure. Because the highway share is significant, you will find the pace steady and predictable for the majority of the 32-minute duration.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.1 mi on US 44.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 44 and New State Highway. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Spring Street.
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 23.9 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: near the start (Spring Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles (US 44): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 21.6 miles (US 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
201 ft
15 ft
Total Climb
214 ft
Total Descent
176 ft
Highest Point
201 ft
~20.5 mi in
Elevation Range
186 ft
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 Taunton, MA to Plymouth, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Carver along the way.
Carver
22.6 mi in
|
~28m
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 32m. Total distance: 23.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.1 miles on US 44. 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: near the start (Spring Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles (US 44): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 21.6 miles (US 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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