Trip from Cohasset, MA to Lynn, MA

Drive Time

54m

Distance

31.4 mi

51 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min

4 AM

0h 50m ★

6 AM

0h 54m

8 AM

1h 3m

10 AM

0h 57m

12 PM

0h 56m

3 PM

0h 58m

5 PM

1h 3m

8 PM

0h 52m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Lynn, MA

Marius-Laurentiu Butan

Trip Overview

Traveling from Cohasset to Lynn covers 31.4 miles and typically takes about 54 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate through the Northeast region, utilizing a combination of the Southeast Expressway, the John F. Fitzgerald Expressway, and Broadway to complete your journey. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, this drive is as economical as it is straightforward. Since the trip is relatively short, there is no need for an overnight stay, allowing you to reach your destination with ease. The mixed-drive profile ensures you encounter a variety of road types, providing a functional transit between these two Massachusetts locations.

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

15.7 miles from Cohasset, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this route is classified as a mixed drive with only 34% of your travel occurring on highways. You will spend time on major thoroughfares like the Southeast Expressway, where you encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 3.3 miles. The remaining majority of the journey transitions into local road navigation, requiring you to remain alert as the environment shifts from high-speed expressways to city-bound streets like Broadway. This transition gives the drive a dynamic feel, moving you from the highway flow into the more technical, stop-and-start pace of urban transit. It is a practical route that keeps you engaged without the monotony of a long-distance interstate haul.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 44 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Southeast Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 3.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in near MA 3A / Summer Street.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 31.4 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 4.5 miles (MA 3A / Summer Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14.4 miles (MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles (MA 3A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4.5 mi into trip | ~7m in | MA 3A / Summer Street

Enter roundabout onto MA 3A / Summer Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

14.4 mi into trip | ~26m in | MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard

Merge onto MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / none lanes.

14.4 mi into trip | ~26m in | MA 3A

Take the exit onto MA 3A toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

21.2 mi into trip | ~37m in | US 1

Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 toward US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, Revere

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 19 Toward US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, Revere

23.8 mi into trip | ~40m in

Take the exit toward Fourth Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Fourth Street

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Cohasset, MA to Lynn, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Revere along the way.

Revere

21.2 mi in | ~37m | via US 1

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Southeast Expressway	3.3 mi	4m
Broadway	3.2 mi	5m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway	3.2 mi	5m
US 1	2.6 mi	3m
Newport Avenue	2.3 mi	4m
Justice Cushing Way	1.9 mi	2m
Bridge Street	1.7 mi	2m
Washington Street	1.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Southeast Expressway — 3.3 mi, about 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cohasset, MA and Lynn, MA.

Start on North Main Street

1.5 mi · 2 min · North Main Street

Turn left onto King Street

0.2 mi · 29 sec · King Street

Turn right onto MA 3A

0.8 mi · 1 min · Chief Justice Cushing Highway

Continue on MA 3A

1.9 mi · 2 min · Justice Cushing Way

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Enter roundabout onto MA 3A

353 ft · 6 sec · Summer Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Summer Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.6 mi · 1 min · Otis Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.6 mi · 55 sec · Broad Cove Road

Continue on MA 3A

1.5 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on MA 3A

1.7 mi · 2 min · Bridge Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.3 mi · 1 min · Fore River Bridge

Continue on MA 3A

464 ft · 7 sec · Washington Street

Enter roundabout onto MA 3A

190 ft · 3 sec · Washington Street

Continue on MA 3A

1.6 mi · 2 min · Washington Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on Hancock Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Hancock Street

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto Adams Street

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Adams Street

Turn right onto Newport Avenue

2.3 mi · 4 min · Newport Avenue

Use the right lane.

Turn slight left onto MA 3A

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Hancock Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Neponset Avenue

Merge onto MA 3A

247 ft · 6 sec · William T. Morrissey Boulevard

Use the straight / left / none lanes.

Take the exit onto MA 3A

0.3 mi · 34 sec · MA 3A

Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

Merge onto I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.3 mi · 4 min · Southeast Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.2 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 1

2.6 mi · 3 min · US 1

Exit 19 Toward US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, Revere Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Take the exit

275 ft · 8 sec

Toward Fourth Street Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto Fourth Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Fourth Street

Continue on Fourth Street

104 ft · 5 sec · Fourth Street

Turn straight onto Hawthorn Street

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Hawthorn Street

Continue on Broadway

2.5 mi · 4 min · Broadway

Use the none lane.

Continue on MA 107

158 ft · 5 sec · Broadway

Merge onto MA 60; MA 107

52 ft · 1 sec · Albert J Brown Circle

Keep slight left at fork onto MA 107

237 ft · 7 sec · Albert J Brown Circle

Turn slight right onto MA 107

0.7 mi · 1 min · Broadway

Continue on MA 107

1.7 mi · 2 min · Salem Turnpike

Continue on MA 107

1.0 mi · 2 min · Western Avenue

Use the straight / none lanes.

Enter roundabout onto Market Square

110 ft · 2 sec · Market Square

Continue on Market Square

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Market Square

Continue on South Common Street

0.5 mi · 49 sec · South Common Street

Continue on City Hall Square

0.1 mi · 11 sec · City Hall Square

Continue on Central Avenue

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Central Avenue

Turn left onto Liberty Street

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Liberty Street

Turn left onto Essex Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Essex Street

Turn right onto Rogers Avenue

66 ft · 2 sec · Rogers Avenue

Arrive at destination

Rogers Avenue

Trip Plan

Given that this 31.4-mile trip is short and requires no planned stops, you have the advantage of total schedule flexibility. I recommend checking real-time traffic conditions before heading out, as the reliance on expressways like the John F. Fitzgerald Expressway means your travel time can fluctuate depending on the hour. Since you are only budgeting $5 for fuel, it is wise to fill up before you leave Cohasset to avoid hunting for stations in unfamiliar areas. Because there are zero designated stops on this route, make sure you are comfortable with a 54-minute stint behind the wheel before departing. Prioritize a departure time that avoids peak rush hours to ensure your trek remains a smooth, efficient transition between these two coastal Massachusetts cities.

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 15.7 miles from Cohasset, MA, or about 28m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.3 miles.

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 31.4 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 15.7 miles or 28m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynn, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Cohasset, 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 Cohasset, MA

This is one driving day of about 31.4 miles and 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cohasset, 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.

The longest stretch is on Southeast Expressway for about 3.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 15.7 mi from Cohasset, MA · 28m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

16 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Cohasset, 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

$5.00 one way

$10.00 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$5.44	$10.87
premium	$4.80	$5.93	$11.87
diesel	$5.64	$6.98	$13.95

Estimated Tolls: $0.12

Salem Turnpike (1.7 mi) $0.12

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

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	9.4	$3.30	$1.51
Efficient EV	7.9	$2.75	$1.26
EV Truck/SUV	12.6	$4.40	$2.01

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (64% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Cohasset, MA

Evening in Cohasset on Sunday

Local time

8:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lynn, MA

Evening in Lynn on Sunday

Local time

8:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

16 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

2 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

54m 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 Cohasset, MA to Lynn, MA covers 31.4 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Southeast Expressway, Broadway, John F. Fitzgerald Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 15.7 miles from Cohasset, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.00 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.

On the drive from Cohasset, MA to Lynn, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Revere along the way.

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Trip from Cohasset, MA to Lynn, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Lynn, MA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Cohasset, MA

Lynn, MA

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

54m on the road

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