How far is Middleton, MA from Plymouth, MA?

The driving distance from Middleton, MA to Plymouth, MA is about 59.7 miles (96 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 47.5 miles (76.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
59.67 mi
01h 22m
Flight
47.47 mi
76.39 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
47.47 mi
Kilometers
76.39 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
59.67 mi
Kilometers
96.03 km
Drive Time
01h 22m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Plymouth
Thu, Apr 23, 3:58 AM EDT
Return by in Middleton
Thu, Apr 23, 5:21 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Middleton
2026-04-23T02:35
Arrive Plymouth
Thu, Apr 23, 3:58 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:23 AM to 11:23 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Middleton
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Quincy
MA

A city in Norfolk County, Massachusetts.

From Middleton
29.8 mi
00h 41m
To Plymouth
29.8 mi
00h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 7 mph NW
Destination
Plymouth Weather
MA
Live fallback forecast
51°F
Thursday
Using North Plymouth as the closest live forecast in the Plymouth County weather hub.

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 13 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Middleton and Plymouth.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Middleton and Plymouth.

  1. 1

    Start on Lake Street

    28 m · 7 sec · Lake Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    1.9 mi · 2 min · North Main Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Andover Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Andover Street

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward US 1 South: Peabody

    1015 ft · 28 sec

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto Newbury Street

    1273 ft · 22 sec · Newbury Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Newburyport Turnpike

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Newburyport Turnpike

  7. 7

    Continue on Newbury Street

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Newbury Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Broadway

    1 km · 58 sec · Broadway

  9. 9

    Continue on Newburyport Turnpike

    1561 ft · 27 sec · Newburyport Turnpike

  10. 10

    Continue on Broadway

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Broadway

  11. 11

    Continue on Newburyport Turnpike

    1.2 km · 1 min · Newburyport Turnpike

  12. 12

    Continue on Bennett Highway

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Bennett Highway

  13. 13

    Continue on Cutler Highway

    1.2 km · 1 min · Cutler Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on Northeast Expressway

    3.1 mi · 4 min · Northeast Expressway

  15. 15

    Continue on Tobin Bridge

    5.8 mi · 9 min · Tobin Bridge

  16. 16

    Continue on Southeast Expressway

    8 mi · 11 min · Southeast Expressway

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on MA 3 South: Cape Cod

    28.2 mi · 36 min

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward US 44 West: Samoset Street, Carver

    1311 ft · 47 sec

  19. 19

    Turn straight onto Samoset Street

    77 m · 10 sec · Samoset Street

  20. 20

    Continue on Samoset Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · Samoset Street

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Court Street

    1029 ft · 35 sec · Court Street

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Court Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Middleton and Plymouth.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
22 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
36.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
MA 3 South
28.2 mi · 47%
Southeast Expressway
7.98 mi · 13%
Tobin Bridge
5.79 mi · 10%
Broadway
3.81 mi · 6%
Northeast Expressway
3.12 mi · 5%
Newburyport Turnpike
2.3 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

MA 3 South

Keep slight left to continue on MA 3 South: Cape Cod

28.2 mi · 00h 36m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 22m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.2 mi
47.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Quincy
00h 41m from Middleton
Leave By
3:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Middleton and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Plymouth.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Middleton to Plymouth?

The road trip is about 59.7 miles (96 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Quincy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.8 miles from Middleton and 29.8 miles from Plymouth.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 47.5 miles (76.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.21 one way or $16.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Middleton and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Plymouth.

Stop Ideas Near Quincy

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Quincy and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 8.7 mi away

Cocobeet - Boston

Boston , MA
100 City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02108
Rating 4.4/5 198 reviews Health food restaurant,Juice shop,Raw food restaurant,Vegan restaurant
Boston's Old City Hall
Scenic stop 8.6 mi away

Boston's Old City Hall

Boston , MA
45 School St, Boston, MA 02108, United States
Rating 4.6/5 346 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical landmark
Brockton City Hall
Meeting point 10.6 mi away

Brockton City Hall

Brockton , MA
45 School St, Brockton, MA 02301
Rating 3.9/5 54 reviews City Hall
City Hall Plaza
Scenic stop 8.8 mi away

City Hall Plaza

Boston , MA
1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA 02203
Rating 4.4/5 208 reviews City park

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Quincy.

RAIL

Back Bay station

12 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.
RAIL

South Station

12 mi away
2 South Station
RAIL

Route 128 station

13 mi away
50 University Ave
RAIL

North Station

13 mi away
100 Legends Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Middleton and Plymouth. Straight-line distance: 47.47 mi (76.39 km).

Middleton

#1 Middleton

Town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Population10,107
Coordinates42.5950900, -71.0161600
Altitude31
CountryUnited States
Plymouth

#2 Plymouth

County seat town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States

Population62,654
Coordinates41.9584400, -70.6672600
Altitude23
CountryUnited States
Start: Middleton (-71.01616, 42.59509)
End: Plymouth (-70.66726, 41.95844)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 96 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 29m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 51m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.11 gal
7.97 L · about $8.21
Round trip
$16.42
4.22 gal · 15.94 L
Estimated CO2
18.8 kg one way
Round trip: 37.5 kg / 83 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $8.21 $16.42
Mid-grade $4.40 $9.28 $18.56
Premium $4.80 $10.13 $20.25
Diesel $4.49 $9.47 $18.94

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Massachusetts · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Middleton and Plymouth. The current time is 02:35:40.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.