Massachusetts road trips
Best Road Trips in Massachusetts
20 popular Massachusetts drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $3.25/gal.
Our Massachusetts road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between Massachusetts metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $3.25/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $3.25/gal Massachusetts regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major Massachusetts origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
Boston → Miami
The headline Massachusetts road trip — 1485 miles, about 24.0 hours of driving and roughly $172 in gas at $3.25/gal.
More top Massachusetts drives (19)
Boston → Pittsburgh
568 mi · ~9.2 h · ~$66 gas
Open tripBoston → Buffalo
471 mi · ~7.6 h · ~$55 gas
Open tripBoston → Washington
465 mi · ~7.5 h · ~$54 gas
Open tripBoston → Baltimore
424 mi · ~6.8 h · ~$49 gas
Open tripBoston → Rochester
397 mi · ~6.4 h · ~$46 gas
Open tripBoston → Harrisburg
395 mi · ~6.4 h · ~$46 gas
Open tripBoston → Wilmington
349 mi · ~5.6 h · ~$41 gas
Open tripBoston → Atlantic City
320 mi · ~5.2 h · ~$37 gas
Open tripBoston → Syracuse
310 mi · ~5.0 h · ~$36 gas
Open tripBoston → Philadelphia
305 mi · ~5.5 h · ~$35 gas
Open tripBoston → Scranton
290 mi · ~4.7 h · ~$34 gas
Open tripBoston → Newark
231 mi · ~3.7 h · ~$27 gas
Open tripNew York → Boston
225 mi · ~3.6 h · ~$26 gas
Open tripBoston → Burlington
215 mi · ~3.5 h · ~$25 gas
Open tripBoston → Albany
164 mi · ~2.6 h · ~$19 gas
Open tripBoston → Portland
116 mi · ~1.9 h · ~$13 gas
Open tripBoston → Hartford
109 mi · ~1.8 h · ~$13 gas
Open tripBoston → Manchester
57 mi · ~0.9 h · ~$7 gas
Open tripBoston → Providence
49 mi · ~0.8 h · ~$6 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in Massachusetts
Top Massachusetts road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $3.25/gal.
Cheapest Massachusetts road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from Massachusetts.
Long-distance road trips from Massachusetts
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near Massachusetts — Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Connecticut.
Gas prices in Massachusetts
Estimated regular at $3.25/gal · premium $3.95 · diesel $3.85.
Best vehicles for Massachusetts drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in Massachusetts
Daily driving cost estimates for major Massachusetts-area cities.
EV vs gas in Massachusetts
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for Massachusetts trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a Massachusetts road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of Massachusetts. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a Massachusetts road trip cost in fuel?
At Massachusetts's estimated $3.25/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $11.61 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is Massachusetts EV-friendly for road trips?
Yes — most popular Massachusetts routes have solid DC fast-charging coverage. Check our EV-friendly routes collection for the strongest picks.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.