Origin
Lakeville, MA
Afternoon in Lakeville on Sunday
Local time
3:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakeville, MA to Waltham, MA
Drive Time
55m
Distance
47 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakeville, MA
David Kanigan
Waltham, MA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 47 miles through the Northeast, this trip from Lakeville to Waltham is a straightforward local transit that typically takes about 55 minutes. You can easily complete this journey in a single day, making it an ideal option for commuters or those visiting friends and family. With an estimated fuel cost of only $6, it is an economical route that requires zero mandatory stops. Because the entire trip is local, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex travel planning. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two Massachusetts locations.
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
23.5 miles from Lakeville, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend your time navigating Precinct Street, Bedford Street, and the Middleborough Rotary, as the highway share for this route is zero percent. Because the longest stretch of road is effectively negligible on Precinct Street, you should prepare for frequent turns and constant attention to local signage. This is a technical, hands-on driving experience that demands your focus more than a typical highway trek. It offers a grounded perspective on the region, keeping you off the main interstates for the duration of the trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Precinct 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 Lakeville, MA to Waltham, MA is easy. At 55m 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 Lakeville, MA to Waltham, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Precinct Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bedford Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Middleborough Rotary | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harding Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 495 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MA 24 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Amvets Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 93 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Precinct Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeville, MA and Waltham, MA.
1
Start on Precinct Street
82 ft
·
4 sec
·
Precinct Street
2
Turn left
69 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right
69 ft
·
6 sec
4
Turn right
43 ft
·
4 sec
5
Turn right onto Precinct Street
308 ft
·
13 sec
·
Precinct Street
6
Turn left onto Bedford Street
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Bedford Street
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward Middleborough Rotary
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Middleborough Rotary
8
Exit the rotary onto Harding Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Harding Street
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 495 North: Marlboro, Boston
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 495 North: Marlboro, Boston
10
Merge slight left
3.6 mi
·
4 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward MA 24 North: Boston
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 24 North: Boston
12
Merge slight left onto Amvets Highway
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Amvets Highway
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 93 South, US 1 South
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 93 South, US 1 South
14
Merge slight right onto Yankee Division Highway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
16
Merge slight right
11 mi
·
15 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward Grove Street
509 ft
·
14 sec
·
Grove Street
18
Keep slight right to continue on Grove Street, MBTA Station, Auburndale
430 ft
·
11 sec
·
Grove Street, MBTA Station, Auburndale
19
Turn straight onto Grove Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Grove Street
20
Continue on Grove Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Grove Street
21
Continue on Grove Street
151 ft
·
5 sec
·
Grove Street
22
Continue on Auburn Street
312 ft
·
6 sec
·
Auburn Street
23
Continue on Lexington Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lexington Street
24
Continue on Moody Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Moody Street
25
Turn right onto Main Street
410 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 55-minute drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given the reliance on local roads and roundabouts like the Middleborough Rotary, it is wise to check for local traffic patterns before you head out. You don't need to budget for extra stops, but keeping $6 aside for fuel ensures you’re covered for the round trip. Focus on staying alert through the many turns rather than settling into a long-distance cruise. If you are unfamiliar with local rotary navigation, take it slow as you approach the Middleborough intersection to ensure you take the correct exit.
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 23.5 miles from Lakeville, MA, or about 27m 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 47 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.5 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waltham, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lakeville, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Lakeville, MA
This is one driving day of about 47 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lakeville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.5 mi from Lakeville, MA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.5 miles from Lakeville, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waltham, MA
The final approach into Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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
$7.48 one way
$14.96 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $8.14 | $16.27 |
| premium | $4.80 | $8.88 | $17.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.44 | $20.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Afternoon in Waltham on Sunday
Local time
3:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
24 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
27 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
55m 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 Lakeville, MA to Waltham, MA covers 47 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Precinct Street, Bedford Street, Middleborough Rotary. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.5 miles from Lakeville, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.48 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 Lakeville, MA to Waltham, MA is easy. At 55m 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 Lakeville, MA to Waltham, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lakeville, MA to Waltham, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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