Origin
Canton, MA
Evening in Canton on Sunday
Local time
6:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canton, MA to Boston, MA
Drive Time
29m
Distance
20.2 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canton, MA
Haneul Trac
Boston, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Canton to Boston, you are looking at a quick 20.2-mile journey that typically takes about 29 minutes to complete. This route serves as a straightforward connection within the Northeast, making it a perfect day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate via Washington Street, I-93 North, and the Yankee Division Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute. Given the short distance and duration, you have total flexibility in your scheduling, as this drive is designed for efficiency rather than long-haul travel.
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
10.1 miles from Canton, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since this route maintains a 0% highway share, you will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 20.2-mile trek. The experience is defined by frequent maneuvers through local infrastructure, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. Because there is no long, uninterrupted highway stretch, you should prepare for a drive that demands your full attention as you transition between Washington Street and the Yankee Division Highway. It is a practical, functional road experience that gets you from point A to point B without any extended stretches of high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington 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 Canton, MA to Boston, MA is easy. At 29m 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 Canton, MA to Boston, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 93 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Yankee Division Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John F | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Station | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lincoln Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Summer Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Devonshire Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Washington Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on the route
49 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
85 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right
177 ft
·
15 sec
4
Turn right onto Washington Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Street
5
Keep slight left to continue on Washington Street
1.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Street
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Washington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
7
Take the ramp slight right toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Braintree, Boston
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 93 North, US 1 North: Braintree, Boston
8
Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
9
Continue on John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
10
Take the exit slight left toward South Station, Airport
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Station, Airport
11
Keep slight right to continue on South Station
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Station
12
Continue on Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Lincoln Street
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft
·
6 sec
·
Summer Street
14
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Devonshire Street
15
Turn left onto Franklin Street
174 ft
·
8 sec
·
Franklin Street
16
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
Arch Street
17
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft
·
9 sec
·
Milk Street
18
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Washington Street
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Court Street
472 ft
·
20 sec
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Court Street
20
Turn left onto Tremont Street
335 ft
·
12 sec
·
Tremont Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 29-minute trip, you do not need to worry about planning for multiple stops or long-distance fatigue. Your main priority should be timing your departure to avoid peak traffic congestion common on these local arteries. Keep your fuel budget around $3, and ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Canton to avoid unnecessary detours. A specific tip for this route: keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between Washington Street and the Yankee Division Highway, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive requires quick decision-making. Embrace the flexibility of this short drive by choosing a departure time that best fits your personal 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 10.1 miles from Canton, MA, or about 14m 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 20.2 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.1 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boston, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Canton, 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 Canton, MA
This is one driving day of about 20.2 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Canton, 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 10.1 mi from Canton, MA · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.1 miles from Canton, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boston, MA
The final approach into Boston, 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 Boston, 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
$3.22 one way
$6.43 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.50 | $6.99 |
| premium | $4.80 | $3.82 | $7.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.49 | $8.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Boston, MA
Evening in Boston on Sunday
Local time
6:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
10 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
29m 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 Canton, MA to Boston, MA covers 20.2 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Street, I 93 North, Yankee Division Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.1 miles from Canton, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.22 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 Canton, MA to Boston, MA is easy. At 29m 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 Canton, MA to Boston, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Canton, MA to Boston, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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