The Cost of Driving From Canton to Swansea: A Guide to Gas Prices and Route Options

Are you planning a road trip from Canton to Swansea, Massachusetts? If so, you'll want to consider the cost of gas and tolls before you hit the road. In this blog post, we'll break down the different routes, the distance and time it takes to get there, and the cost of each option, based on current gas prices.

Route 1: I-95 South (38.5 miles)

Taking I-95 South is the most direct route, but it does come with a couple of tolls. The distance from Canton to Swansea via this route is 38.5 miles, and it takes approximately 43 minutes to drive. You'll need to pay a toll of $3.50 at the Massachusetts Turnpike exit, and another $1.00 at the Route 24 exit. Based on the current average gas price of $2.87 per gallon, and assuming your vehicle gets 25 miles per gallon, the cost of gas for this route will be approximately $5.56 (rounded up to the nearest penny).

Total cost: $10.06 (gas + tolls)
Total time: 43 minutes

Route 2: I-93 South and Route 24 South (41.3 miles)

If you want to avoid tolls, this route involves taking I-93 South to Route 24 South. The distance from Canton to Swansea via this route is 41.3 miles, and it takes approximately 46 minutes to drive. However, you'll need to keep in mind that this route is slightly longer and will require more gas. Based on the current average gas prices mentioned above, the cost of gas for this route will be approximately $5.98 (rounded up to the nearest penny).

Total cost: $5.98
Total time: 46 minutes

Route 3: Scenic Route via Route 44 (37.6 miles)

If you're up for a more scenic drive, you can take Route 44, which goes through some lovely towns and neighborhoods. The distance from Canton to Swansea via this route is 37.6 miles, and it takes approximately 55 minutes to drive. As we're not going through any tolls in this route, the cost of gas will be the same as Route 2 and thus approximately $5.98.

Total cost: $5.98
Total time: 55 minutes

Route 4: Route 138 South and I-195 West (49.6 miles)

This route is the longest and least direct. Still, it might be the most scenic and peaceful way to reach Swansea. You'll be taking Route 138 South and then merge on to I-195 West. The distance from Canton to Swansea via this route is 49.6 miles, and it takes about an hour to drive. This being the longest route, it will require more gas. Based on the current average gas prices mentioned above, the cost of gas for this route will be approximately $7.58 (rounded up to the nearest penny).

Total cost: $7.58
Total time: 1 hour

In conclusion, the most direct route with tolls (I-95 South) is the most expensive, at $10.06, when you factor in gas and tolls. If you're looking to save money, Route 2 (I-93 South and Route 24 South), Route 3 (Scenic Route via Route 44), and Route 4 (Route 138 South and I-195 West) are all cheaper options, depending on your preference for distance, time, and scenic routes. Safe and happy driving!