Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
83 mi
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
The drive from Barnstable, MA to Waltham, MA covers 83 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hyannis Road, Phinneys Lane, Iyannough Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
41.5 miles from Barnstable, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 34m drive with frequent turns across 83 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hyannis Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Phinneys Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Iyannough Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 6 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mid Cape Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sagamore Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pilgrim Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pilgrims Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Barnstable, MA and Waltham, MA.
Start on Bow Lane
Turn left onto Hyannis Road
Continue on Phinneys Lane
Turn right onto Iyannough Road
Take the ramp slight right toward US 6 West: Boston, Providence, RI
Merge slight left onto Mid Cape Highway
Continue on Sagamore Bridge
Continue on Pilgrim Highway
Continue on Pilgrims Highway
Continue on I 93 North: Boston
Continue on John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Take the exit slight left toward South Station, Airport
Keep slight right to continue on South Station
Turn left
At the end of the road, turn left onto Albany Street
Take the ramp straight toward I 90 West: Mass Pike, Worcester
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward Newton, Watertown
Keep slight right to continue on Watertown
Turn slight right onto Centre Street
Continue on Galen Street
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
Arrive at your destination
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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.5 miles or 47m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waltham, MA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Barnstable, 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 Barnstable, MA
This is one driving day of about 83 miles and 1h 34m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.5 mi from Barnstable, MA · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 41.5 miles from Barnstable, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Waltham, 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 Waltham, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.27 one way
$22.55 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $12.58 | $25.16 |
| premium | $4.15 | $13.56 | $27.12 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $12.25 | $24.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Barnstable on Saturday
Local time
5:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Waltham on Saturday
Local time
5:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
66°F
Alfred, ME
42 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.
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.
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