Origin
Hingham, MA
Night in Hingham on Wednesday
Local time
11:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hingham, MA to Boston, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
29m
Distance
15.1 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 31m
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.
Hingham, MA
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Boston, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Hingham to Boston, you are facing a quick 23.2-mile journey that typically takes about 35 minutes. This Northeast transit is best handled as a simple day trip, as it is far too short to require an overnight stay. You will spend your entire drive on local roads rather than major interstates, keeping your transit costs low with an estimated fuel budget of just $3. Because there are no scheduled stops required for this distance, you have the flexibility to head out whenever it suits your schedule. It is a straightforward connection between two Massachusetts locations that avoids highway travel entirely.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
7.5 miles from Hingham, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate your way toward the city. Since 0% of this route involves highway driving, you won't be dealing with high-speed interstate conditions or long, monotonous stretches. In fact, your longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Central Street, reflecting the constant maneuvering required throughout the trip. You will spend your time navigating via Central Street, North Street, and Lincoln Street, which keeps the pace steady but varied. Behind the wheel, you should be prepared for a series of turns that make this a distinctly local experience rather than a high-speed cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Central Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
48 ft
-5 ft
Total Climb
147 ft
Total Descent
110 ft
Highest Point
48 ft
~15.1 mi in
Elevation Range
53 ft
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 Hingham, 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 Hingham, MA to Boston, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Street | — | — |
| North Street | — | — |
| Lincoln Street | — | — |
| Bridge Street | — | — |
| Fore River Bridge | — | — |
| Washington Street | — | — |
| Hancock Street | — | — |
| Adams Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Central Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hingham, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on South Street
49 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Street
2
Turn right onto Central Street
213 ft
·
7 sec
·
Central Street
3
Turn left onto North Street
240 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Street
4
Turn slight right onto Lincoln Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Street
5
Turn slight right
167 ft
·
5 sec
6
Continue on Lincoln Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Street
7
Continue on Bridge Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridge Street
8
Continue on Fore River Bridge
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Fore River Bridge
9
Continue on Washington Street
466 ft
·
8 sec
·
Washington Street
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Washington Street
190 ft
·
3 sec
·
Washington Street
11
Exit the roundabout onto Washington Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Street
12
Continue on Hancock Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Hancock Street
13
Keep slight left to continue on Adams Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Adams Street
14
Turn right onto Newport Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Newport Avenue
15
Turn slight left onto Hancock Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Hancock Street
16
Continue on Neponset Avenue
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Neponset Avenue
17
Merge slight left onto William T. Morrissey Boulevard
246 ft
·
6 sec
·
William T. Morrissey Boulevard
18
Take the exit straight toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
19
Merge slight left onto Southeast Expressway
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Southeast Expressway
20
Continue on John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
21
Take the exit slight left toward South Station, Airport
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Station, Airport
22
Keep slight right to continue on South Station
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Station
23
Continue on Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Lincoln Street
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto Summer Street
82 ft
·
4 sec
·
Summer Street
25
Turn right onto Devonshire Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Devonshire Street
26
Turn left onto Franklin Street
174 ft
·
8 sec
·
Franklin Street
27
Turn right onto Arch Street
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
Arch Street
28
Turn left onto Milk Street
276 ft
·
11 sec
·
Milk Street
29
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Washington Street
30
At the end of the road, turn left onto Court Street
472 ft
·
20 sec
·
Court Street
31
Turn left onto Tremont Street
335 ft
·
12 sec
·
Tremont Street
32
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 23.2-mile trip, your biggest advantage is total flexibility; you can easily plan your departure around local traffic patterns to ensure the 35-minute duration remains accurate. You do not need to worry about pacing or rest stops, as the entire drive is completed in under an hour. When you head out, keep a close eye on your navigation through the turns on North Street and Lincoln Street to stay on track. Because you are avoiding highways, remain alert for changing speed limits and residential zones common on these local roads. Filling up your tank for $3 ensures you are ready to go without needing to refuel mid-route.
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 7.5 miles from Hingham, 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 15 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.5 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
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Hingham, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hingham, MA
This is one driving day of about 15.1 miles and 29m.
At 15.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.5 mi from Hingham, MA · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.5 miles from Hingham, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boston, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Boston, MA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.42 one way
$4.83 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.64 | $5.27 |
| premium | $4.82 | $2.87 | $5.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.33 | $6.67 |
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: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.97 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Night in Boston on Wednesday
Local time
11:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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 Hingham, MA to Boston, MA covers 15.1 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Central Street, North Street, Lincoln Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.5 miles from Hingham, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.42 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 Hingham, 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 Hingham, MA to Boston, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hingham, MA to Boston, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from -5 ft to 48 ft elevation with about 147 ft of total climbing.
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