Origin
Holliston, MA
Night in Holliston on Wednesday
Local time
10:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holliston, MA to Newton, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
32m
Distance
16.4 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holliston, MA
Italo Melo
Newton, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Holliston, MA to Newton, MA covers 16.4 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Washington Street, Eliot Street, Commonwealth Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.5 miles on Washington Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
8.2 miles from Holliston, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 32m drive with frequent turns across 16.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington Street is the longest continuous segment at about 8.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Central Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles (MA 16 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Central Street
Turn left onto Central Street
Navigation decision point
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Railroad Street
Turn sharp right onto Railroad Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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MA 16 / Washington Street
Turn right onto MA 16 / Washington Street
Navigation decision point
5
12.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Walnut Street
Turn right onto Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
13.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
MA 16 / Washington Street
Turn right onto MA 16 / Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Holliston, MA to Newton, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Watertown along the way.
Watertown
13.8 mi in
|
~27m
|
via MA 16
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Street | 8.5 mi | 17m |
| Eliot Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Commonwealth Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Walnut Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Woodland Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Railroad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Homer Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Washington Street
— 8.5 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holliston, MA and Newton, MA.
1
Start on Winthrop Street
28 ft
·
7 sec
·
Winthrop Street
2
Turn left onto Central Street
169 ft
·
9 sec
·
Central Street
3
Turn sharp right onto Railroad Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Railroad Street
4
Continue on Woodland Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodland Street
5
Turn right onto MA 16
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
6
Turn straight onto Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Washington Street
7
Turn straight onto MA 16; MA 27
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
8
Turn right onto MA 16
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Eliot Street
9
Continue on MA 16
3.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Washington Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto Walnut Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Walnut Street
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto MA 16
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Washington Street
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on MA 16
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Street
Toward West Newton, Watertown
13
Turn right onto MA 30
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Commonwealth Avenue
14
Turn right onto Homer Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Homer Street
15
Arrive at destination
Homer Street
Trip Plan
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 8.2 miles from Holliston, MA, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.5 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 16 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.2 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Holliston, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Holliston, MA
This is one driving day of about 16.4 miles and 32m.
At 16.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Washington Street for about 8.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.2 mi from Holliston, MA · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.2 miles from Holliston, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newton, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Newton, 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
$2.62 one way
$5.25 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.86 | $5.72 |
| premium | $4.82 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
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: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Newton, MA
Night in Newton on Wednesday
Local time
10:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
15 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
32m 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 Holliston, MA to Newton, MA covers 16.4 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Street, Eliot Street, Commonwealth Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.2 miles from Holliston, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.62 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Railroad Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles (MA 16 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Holliston, MA to Newton, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Watertown along the way.
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