Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
51.6 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
The drive from Hudson, MA to Lynn, MA covers 51.6 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street, Broad Street, Washington Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.01 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.8 miles from Hudson, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 2m drive with frequent turns across 51.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Broad Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bolton Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Bolton Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Maple Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Marlboro Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Framingham Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson, MA and Lynn, MA.
Start on the route
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
Turn right onto Broad Street
Continue on Broad Street
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Washington Street
Exit the roundabout onto Washington Street
Continue on Washington Street
Continue on Bolton Street
Continue on South Bolton Street
Continue on Maple Street
Continue on Marlboro Road
Keep slight left to continue on Marlboro Road
Continue on Framingham Road
Continue on Boston Road
Turn sharp right onto Central Street
Turn left onto Turnpike Road
Continue on Worcester Road
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Boston, Massachusetts Turnpike East
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
Continue on Ted Williams Tunnel
Continue on Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge slight left onto East Boston Expressway
Continue on McClellan Highway
Continue on Lee Burbank Highway
Take the exit slight right
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Mahoney Circle
Exit the rotary onto Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Butler Circle
Exit the rotary onto North Shore Road
Continue on Lynnway
Turn left
Continue on Market Street
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Turn left onto Essex Street
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 51.6 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.8 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynn, MA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hudson, 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 Hudson, MA
This is one driving day of about 51.6 miles and 1h 2m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.8 mi from Hudson, MA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 51.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Hudson, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$7.01 one way
$14.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $7.82 | $15.64 |
| premium | $4.15 | $8.43 | $16.86 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $7.62 | $15.24 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Hudson on Saturday
Local time
4:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Lynn on Saturday
Local time
4:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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