Origin
Agawam, MA
Afternoon in Agawam on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
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2h 14m
Distance
105 mi
169 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Agawam, MA
HONG SON
Lynn, MA
Marius-Laurentiu Butan
Traveling from Agawam to Lynn covers 105 miles across Massachusetts, typically taking about 2 hours and 14 minutes. This route is designed as a straightforward day trip, making an overnight stay unnecessary for most drivers. You can expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel for the journey, which keeps the trip budget-friendly. By utilizing the Massachusetts Turnpike, US 20, and North Shore Road, you navigate efficiently through the Northeast corridor. Because the drive is relatively short and direct, it serves as a practical connection between these two points in the state. Whether you are heading to the coast for the day or commuting, this route offers a reliable path without requiring complex logistics.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
52.5 miles from Agawam, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
This trip is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 87% of your travel occurring on major roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the Massachusetts Turnpike, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 85.1 miles. While the bulk of the journey involves high-speed interstate travel, the transition onto US 20 and North Shore Road brings a shift in pace as you approach your destination. The experience behind the wheel is consistent and functional, prioritizing efficiency over technical driving. Expect a predictable flow that allows you to cover the majority of the 105-mile distance with minimal variation in road type until the final approach.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and US 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near US 20.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 105 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles (US 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20 toward I 291 East, US 20 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East Toll: Worcester, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Between Agawam, MA and Lynn, MA, road signs point toward Albany and Boston.
Albany
Boston
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 85.1 mi | 1h 41m |
| US 20 | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| North Shore Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Lynnway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Ted Williams Tunnel | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| McClellan Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Lee Burbank Highway | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Agawam, MA and Lynn, MA.
Start on School Street
Turn right onto MA 159
Turn right onto MA 147
Turn left onto River Street
Turn right onto Park Street
Continue on Park Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 20
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20
Continue on US 20
Turn slight right onto US 20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 90
Continue on I 90
Continue on I 90
Merge onto MA 1A
Continue on MA 1A
Continue on MA 1A
Take the exit onto MA 1A
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A
Continue on MA 1A
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A
Continue on MA 1A
Continue on MA 1A
Turn left onto MA 1A
Continue on Market Street
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Turn left onto Essex Street
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
Arrive at destination
Since this is a manageable 2-hour and 14-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to avoid peak traffic hours on the Massachusetts Turnpike to ensure you maintain your estimated travel duration. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily pace the trip based on your personal comfort level. Be mindful that the highway-heavy nature of this route means you should check your fuel levels before merging onto the Turnpike, as the longest 85.1-mile stretch offers fewer opportunities to exit. Planning your trip as a single-day excursion is the most efficient way to handle this distance, allowing you to reach Lynn without the need for mid-way lodging.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.5 miles or 1h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynn, MA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Agawam, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Agawam, MA
This is one driving day of about 105 miles and 2h 14m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.5 mi from Agawam, MA · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 52.5 miles from Agawam, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Massachusetts Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.1 miles.
The final approach into Lynn, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lynn, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$16.71 one way
$33.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $18.18 | $36.35 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.84 | $39.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.33 | $46.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.10
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.19 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.70 | $6.72 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Agawam on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Lynn on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
53 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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