Trip from Cohasset, MA to Newton, MA

Drive Time

50m

Distance

28.4 mi

46 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 12 min

4 AM

0h 47m ★

6 AM

0h 51m

8 AM

0h 59m

10 AM

0h 54m

12 PM

0h 53m

3 PM

0h 54m

5 PM

0h 59m

8 PM

0h 48m

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

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Newton, MA

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a quick transition from the coast to the suburbs, this 28.4-mile trip from Cohasset to Newton is a straightforward journey. Spanning about 50 minutes, the route functions perfectly as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stops. You will navigate a mix of roads including the Southeast Expressway, the Massachusetts Turnpike, and Washington Street. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute or weekend excursion. Because both locations sit within the Northeast region, you will remain in a familiar New England driving environment throughout the entire duration.

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

14.2 miles from Cohasset, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that balances high-speed transit with local navigation. You will spend about 34% of your time on highways, providing a brief change of pace from the local streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Massachusetts Turnpike, where you will cover 6.1 miles before shifting back to different road types. The character of the drive transitions as you move from the coastal atmosphere of Cohasset toward the urban-suburban density of Newton. It is not an interstate grind, but rather a functional connection that requires you to stay alert through the various road transitions.

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

There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Massachusetts Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 6.1 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 18.2 miles in.

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 28.4 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 18.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.2 miles (Albany Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

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

18.2 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the exit toward South Station, Airport

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

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward South Station, Airport

18.7 mi into trip | ~33m in

Keep slight right at fork toward South Station

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward South Station

19.2 mi into trip | ~34m in | Albany Street

At end of road, turn left onto Albany Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

25.5 mi into trip | ~43m in

Take the exit toward Newton, Watertown

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 127 Toward Newton, Watertown

25.8 mi into trip | ~44m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Newton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward Newton

Towns Along This Route

Between Cohasset, MA and Newton, MA, road signs point toward Station, Airport, Worcester and Watertown.

Station

18.2 mi in | ~32m

Airport

18.2 mi in | ~32m

Worcester

19.2 mi in | ~34m

Watertown

25.5 mi in | ~43m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike	6.1 mi	8m
Southeast Expressway	3.3 mi	4m
Washington Street	3.2 mi	6m
Newport Avenue	2.3 mi	4m
Justice Cushing Way	1.9 mi	2m
Bridge Street	1.7 mi	2m
Lincoln Street	1.5 mi	2m
North Main Street	1.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Massachusetts Turnpike — 6.1 mi, about 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cohasset, MA and Newton, 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

0.2 mi · 19 sec · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward South Station, Airport Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward South Station Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn left

252 ft · 15 sec

At end of road, turn left onto Albany Street

35 ft · 1 sec · Albany Street

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward I 90 West: Mass Pike, Worcester

Merge onto I 90

6.1 mi · 8 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec

Exit 127 Toward Newton, Watertown Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

196 ft · 6 sec

Toward Newton Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Continue on Washington Street

1.4 mi · 3 min · Washington Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Lowell Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · Lowell Avenue

Continue on Homer Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Homer Street

Arrive at destination

Homer Street

Trip Plan

Since the total duration is only 50 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. You will not need to worry about long-haul rest stops or complex refueling logistics given the low $5 fuel requirement for the trip. Focus your attention on the transition points between the Southeast Expressway and the Massachusetts Turnpike, as these are the primary arteries of your route. Because this is a short, direct drive, you can easily complete it in one go without needing to build in extra time for breaks. Keep your navigation system ready for the shift onto Washington Street to ensure a smooth arrival in Newton.

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 14.2 miles from Cohasset, MA, or about 26m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.1 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 28.4 miles or 50m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 14.2 miles or 26m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newton, 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 28.4 miles and 50m.

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 Massachusetts Turnpike for about 6.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 14.2 mi from Cohasset, MA · 26m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

14 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 28.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 14.2 miles from Cohasset, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Newton, MA

The final approach into Newton, 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 Newton, 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

$4.52 one way

$9.04 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 10 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$4.92	$9.83
premium	$4.80	$5.37	$10.73
diesel	$5.64	$6.31	$12.62

Estimated Tolls: $0.37

Massachusetts Turnpike (6.1 mi) $0.37

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: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	8.5	$2.98	$1.36
Efficient EV	7.1	$2.49	$1.14
EV Truck/SUV	11.4	$3.98	$1.82

Gas CO2

10 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (70% 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

7:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Newton, MA

Evening in Newton on Sunday

Local time

7:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

14 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

26 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

50m 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 Newton, MA covers 28.4 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, Southeast Expressway, Washington Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 14.2 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 $4.52 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.

Between Cohasset, MA and Newton, MA, road signs point toward Station, Airport, Worcester and Watertown.

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Trip from Cohasset, MA to Newton, 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 Newton, MA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Cohasset, MA

Newton, MA

Same local time

26 degrees warmer at arrival

50m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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