Cities Near Quincy
Cities near Quincy, Massachusetts: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including South Boston, Brockton, Newton. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Quincy, Massachusetts is South Boston, about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 20 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Boston | 6 mi / 10 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brockton | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Newton | 12 mi / 19 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lynn | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Framingham | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Taunton | 25 mi / 40 km | 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lowell | 31 mi / 50 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Pawtucket | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lawrence | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Fall River | 39 mi / 63 km | 1 hr 10 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Quincy
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: South Boston, Brockton, Newton, Lynn, Framingham. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Quincy include South Boston, Brockton, Newton, Lynn, Framingham. The closest is South Boston, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.