How far is Rowley, MA from Quincy, MA?

The driving distance from Rowley, MA to Quincy, MA is about 42.7 miles (68.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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
42.68 mi
01h 00m
Flight
32.67 mi
52.57 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
32.67 mi
Kilometers
52.57 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
42.68 mi
Kilometers
68.69 km
Drive Time
01h 00m

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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 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Quincy
Thu, Apr 16, 12:10 AM EDT
Return by in Rowley
Thu, Apr 16, 1:10 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Rowley
2026-04-15T23:09
Arrive Quincy
Thu, Apr 16, 12:10 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:30 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Rowley
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
Saugus
MA

Town in Massachusetts

From Rowley
19.8 mi
00h 30m
To Quincy
22.9 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
47°F
Tonight

Patchy Fog

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 PM EDT
Wind
5 to 9 mph E
Destination
55°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 3:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Rowley and Quincy.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rowley and Quincy.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    10 m · 4 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Church Street

    86 m · 6 sec · Church Street

  3. 3

    Turn straight onto Central Street

    78 m · 6 sec · Central Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Central Street Extension

    55 m · 4 sec · Central Street Extension

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto Wethersfield Street

    1813 ft · 45 sec · Wethersfield Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Bradford Street

    2075 ft · 1 min · Bradford Street

  7. 7

    Turn straight onto Haverhill Street

    1.1 mi · 3 min · Haverhill Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Newburyport Turnpike

    2.8 mi · 4 min · Newburyport Turnpike

  9. 9

    Continue on Boston Street

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Boston Street

  10. 10

    Continue on Boston Road

    3090 ft · 53 sec · Boston Road

  11. 11

    Continue on Boston Street

    2.8 mi · 4 min · Boston Street

  12. 12

    Continue on Newbury Street

    1 km · 1 min · Newbury Street

  13. 13

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 95 South: Boston

    2183 ft · 54 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    3.3 mi · 4 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward US 1 South: Boston

    2970 ft · 1 min

  16. 16

    Turn straight onto Newburyport Turnpike

    59 m · 3 sec · Newburyport Turnpike

  17. 17

    Continue on Newbury Street

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Newbury Street

  18. 18

    Continue on Broadway

    1 km · 58 sec · Broadway

  19. 19

    Continue on Newburyport Turnpike

    1561 ft · 27 sec · Newburyport Turnpike

  20. 20

    Continue on Broadway

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Broadway

  21. 21

    Continue on Newburyport Turnpike

    1.2 km · 1 min · Newburyport Turnpike

  22. 22

    Continue on Bennett Highway

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Bennett Highway

  23. 23

    Continue on Cutler Highway

    1.2 km · 1 min · Cutler Highway

  24. 24

    Continue on Northeast Expressway

    3.1 mi · 4 min · Northeast Expressway

  25. 25

    Continue on Tobin Bridge

    5.8 mi · 9 min · Tobin Bridge

  26. 26

    Continue on Southeast Expressway

    3.8 mi · 5 min · Southeast Expressway

  27. 27

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 3A South: Neponset, Quincy

    1146 ft · 39 sec

  28. 28

    Merge slight left onto Gallivan Boulevard

    624 ft · 8 sec · Gallivan Boulevard

  29. 29

    Take the exit straight

    1514 ft · 32 sec

  30. 30

    Keep slight right to continue on Hancock Street

    1038 ft · 26 sec · Hancock Street

  31. 31

    Turn slight right onto Newport Avenue Extension

    2.3 mi · 5 min · Newport Avenue Extension

  32. 32

    Turn left onto Adams Street

    1385 ft · 41 sec · Adams Street

  33. 33

    Turn straight onto Hancock Street

    1335 ft · 37 sec · Hancock Street

  34. 34

    Turn left onto Coddington Street

    81 m · 9 sec · Coddington Street

  35. 35

    Turn left onto Faxon Avenue

    110 m · 16 sec · Faxon Avenue

  36. 36

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Faxon Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Rowley and Quincy.

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
36 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
84.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Tobin Bridge
5.79 mi · 14%
Boston Street
4.11 mi · 10%
Newburyport Turnpike
3.84 mi · 9%
Southeast Expressway
3.82 mi · 9%
Broadway
3.81 mi · 9%
I 95 South
3.74 mi · 9%
Longest Stretch

Tobin Bridge

Continue on Tobin Bridge

5.79 mi · 00h 09m

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 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10 mi
32.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saugus
00h 30m from Rowley
Leave By
4:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Patchy Fog leaving Rowley and Mostly Clear near Quincy.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Rowley to Quincy?

The road trip is about 42.7 miles (68.7 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?

Saugus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Rowley and 22.9 miles from Quincy.

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

The direct path is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:30 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.87 one way or $11.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Rowley and Mostly Clear near Quincy.

Stop Ideas Near Saugus

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 Saugus and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 7.8 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 7.9 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
Salem City Hall
Meeting point 7.5 mi away

Salem City Hall

Salem , MA
93 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970
Rating 4.2/5 84 reviews City Hall,City government office
City Hall Plaza
Scenic stop 7.8 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 Saugus.

RAIL

North Station

12 mi away
100 Legends Way
RAIL

Anderson Regional Transportation Center

12 mi away
100 Atlantic Ave.
RAIL

South Station

13 mi away
2 South Station
RAIL

Back Bay station

14 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Rowley and Quincy. Straight-line distance: 32.67 mi (52.57 km).

Rowley

#1 Rowley

City in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States of America

Population6,393
Coordinates42.7167600, -70.8786600
Altitude14
CountryUnited States
Quincy

#2 Quincy

A city in Norfolk County, Massachusetts.

Population94,421
Coordinates42.2528800, -71.0022700
Altitude10
CountryUnited States
Start: (-70.878699, 42.716788)
End: Faxon Avenue (-71.002178, 42.252763)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 69 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 25m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 04m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 51m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.51 gal
5.7 L · about $5.87
Round trip
$11.75
3.02 gal · 11.4 L
Estimated CO2
13.4 kg one way
Round trip: 26.8 kg / 59 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $5.87 $11.75
Mid-grade $4.40 $6.64 $13.28
Premium $4.80 $7.25 $14.49
Diesel $4.49 $6.78 $13.55

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 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Rowley and Quincy. The current time is 23:09:58.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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