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 Waltham, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
41m
Distance
19.2 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holliston, MA
Italo Melo
Waltham, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Holliston, MA to Waltham, MA covers 19.2 miles and takes about 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Central Street, Railroad Street, Woodland Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.07 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
9.6 miles from Holliston, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 41m drive with frequent turns across 19.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 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.
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 Holliston, MA to Waltham, MA is easy. At 41m 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 Holliston, MA to Waltham, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Street | — | — |
| Railroad Street | — | — |
| Woodland Street | — | — |
| Washington Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Eliot Street | — | — |
| Concord Street | — | — |
| Hagar 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 Holliston, MA and Waltham, MA.
1
Start on Winthrop Street
30 ft
·
8 sec
·
Winthrop Street
2
Turn left onto Central Street
171 ft
·
10 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 Washington Street
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
6
Turn straight onto Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Washington Street
7
Turn straight onto North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
8
Turn right onto Eliot Street
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Eliot Street
9
Continue on Washington Street
4.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Washington Street
10
Turn left onto Concord Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Concord Street
11
Turn right onto Hagar Street
335 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hagar Street
12
Turn left onto Grove Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Grove Street
13
Continue on Grove Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Grove Street
14
Continue on Grove Street
151 ft
·
5 sec
·
Grove Street
15
Continue on Auburn Street
312 ft
·
6 sec
·
Auburn Street
16
Continue on Lexington Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lexington Street
17
Continue on Moody Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Moody Street
18
Turn right onto Main Street
410 ft
·
9 sec
·
Main Street
19
Arrive at your destination
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 9.6 miles from Holliston, MA, or about 20m 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 19 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.6 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waltham, 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 19.2 miles and 41m.
At 19.2 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 9.6 mi from Holliston, MA · 20m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.6 miles from Holliston, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waltham, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Waltham, 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
$3.07 one way
$6.15 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| premium | $4.82 | $3.65 | $7.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
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: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
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
Waltham, MA
Night in Waltham on Wednesday
Local time
10:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
41m 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 Waltham, MA covers 19.2 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Central Street, Railroad Street, Woodland Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.6 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 $3.07 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 Holliston, MA to Waltham, MA is easy. At 41m 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 Holliston, MA to Waltham, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Holliston, MA to Waltham, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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