Origin
Boston, MA
Afternoon in Boston on Monday
Local time
1:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Boston, MA to Lynn, MA
Drive Time
21m
Distance
11.4 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boston, MA
Phil Evenden
Lynn, MA
Marius-Laurentiu Butan
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Boston to Lynn, you will find this 11.4-mile trip to be a straightforward connection within the Northeast. Clocking in at approximately 21 minutes, the route is easily manageable as a single-day commitment, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend about $2 on fuel, making it a highly budget-friendly transit. By utilizing a combination of Broadway, US 1, and the Salem Turnpike, you will transition smoothly between these two Massachusetts hubs. This trip is ideal if you need a practical, efficient way to move between the cities without the hassle of a lengthy travel itinerary.
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
5.7 miles from Boston, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 11.4-mile path through Massachusetts. With a highway share of 32 percent, the journey blends local street navigation with faster transit stretches. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 3.2-mile stretch on Broadway, which serves as a significant portion of your time behind the wheel. Because of the mix between urban roads and highway segments, the pace of the drive shifts as you progress from the heart of Boston toward Lynn. It is a functional, no-frills route that prioritizes directness over a long-haul interstate grind.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Beacon Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Boston, MA to Lynn, MA is easy. At 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Boston, MA to Lynn, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Somerset Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ashburton Place | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bowdoin Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cambridge Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Staniford Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Causeway Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Beacon Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boston, MA and Lynn, MA.
1
Start on Tremont Street
230 ft
·
11 sec
·
Tremont Street
2
Turn right onto Beacon Street
302 ft
·
11 sec
·
Beacon Street
3
Turn right onto Somerset Street
341 ft
·
13 sec
·
Somerset Street
4
Turn left onto Ashburton Place
210 ft
·
7 sec
·
Ashburton Place
5
Keep slight right to continue on Ashburton Place
253 ft
·
9 sec
·
Ashburton Place
6
Turn straight onto Bowdoin Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Bowdoin Street
7
Turn left onto Cambridge Street
285 ft
·
20 sec
·
Cambridge Street
8
Turn right onto Staniford Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Staniford Street
9
Turn right onto Causeway Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Causeway Street
10
Turn left onto North Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Washington Street
11
Continue on New Rutherford Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
New Rutherford Avenue
12
Turn left onto US 1 North: Tobin Bridge
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
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US 1 North: Tobin Bridge
13
Merge slight right
1.9 mi
·
2 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward Fourth Street
276 ft
·
9 sec
·
Fourth Street
15
Turn right onto Fourth Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Fourth Street
16
Continue on Fourth Street
105 ft
·
5 sec
·
Fourth Street
17
Turn straight onto Hawthorn Street
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Hawthorn Street
18
Continue on Broadway
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Broadway
19
Continue on Broadway
157 ft
·
5 sec
·
Broadway
20
Merge slight left onto Albert J Brown Circle
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Albert J Brown Circle
21
Keep slight left to continue on Albert J Brown Circle
236 ft
·
8 sec
·
Albert J Brown Circle
22
Turn slight right onto Broadway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
23
Continue on Salem Turnpike
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Salem Turnpike
24
Continue on Western Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
25
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Market Square
108 ft
·
2 sec
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Market Square
26
Exit the roundabout onto Market Square
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Market Square
27
Continue on South Common Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Common Street
28
Continue on City Hall Square
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
City Hall Square
29
Continue on Central Avenue
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Central Avenue
30
Turn left onto Liberty Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Liberty Street
31
Turn left onto Essex Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Essex Street
32
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
Rogers Avenue
33
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this drive takes only 21 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about pacing or mapping out multiple stops, as the 11.4-mile distance is short enough to handle in one go. Keep in mind that with $2 in estimated fuel costs, it is an economical choice for a spontaneous trip. Since your longest stretch is 3.2 miles on Broadway, stay alert for changes in traffic flow as you transition from local streets onto the Salem Turnpike. Take advantage of the short duration to plan your arrival in Lynn whenever it best suits your schedule.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 5.7 miles from Boston, MA, or about 10m into the drive.
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 11.4 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.7 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynn, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Boston, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Boston, MA
This is one driving day of about 11.4 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Boston, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.7 mi from Boston, MA · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.7 miles from Boston, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lynn, MA
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.81 one way
$3.63 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.97 | $3.95 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.15 | $4.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.53 | $5.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.00 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lynn, MA
Afternoon in Lynn on Monday
Local time
1:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
21m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Boston, MA to Lynn, MA covers 11.4 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Beacon Street, Somerset Street, Ashburton Place. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.7 miles from Boston, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Boston, MA to Lynn, MA is easy. At 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Boston, MA to Lynn, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Boston, MA to Lynn, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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