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Trip from Lee, MA to Lynn, MA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 48m

Distance

136.7 mi

220 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

5 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 38m ★
6 AM
2h 49m
8 AM
3h 10m
10 AM
2h 56m
12 PM
2h 54m
3 PM
2h 57m
5 PM
3h 9m
8 PM
2h 42m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Lee, MA

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city in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Lynn, MA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Lee, MA to Lynn, MA covers 136.7 miles and takes about 2h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Massachusetts Turnpike, North Shore Road, Lynnway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 125.6 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.88 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

68.4 miles from Lee, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike 125.6 mi 2h 28m
North Shore Road 2.7 mi 4m
Lynnway 1.7 mi 2m
Ted Williams Tunnel 1.6 mi 2m
McClellan Highway 1 mi 1m
Lee Burbank Highway 1 mi 2m
Housatonic Street 0.5 mi 1m
Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Massachusetts Turnpike — 125.6 mi, about 2h 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lee, MA and Lynn, MA.

1

Start on US 20

71 ft · 2 sec · Park Street
2

Continue on Park Street

80 ft · 7 sec · Park Street
3

Continue on US 20

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Park Street
4

Continue on US 20

0.5 mi · 1 min · Housatonic Street
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
6

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 52 sec
7

Merge onto I 90

125 mi · 2 hr 26 min · Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on I 90

1.6 mi · 2 min · Ted Williams Tunnel
9

Continue on I 90

1.1 mi · 1 min · Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto MA 1A

0.3 mi · 34 sec · East Boston Expressway
11

Continue on MA 1A

1.0 mi · 1 min · McClellan Highway
12

Continue on MA 1A

1.0 mi · 2 min · Lee Burbank Highway
13

Take the exit onto MA 1A

366 ft · 11 sec · MA 1A
14

Enter roundabout onto MA 1A

7 ft · 0 sec · Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
15

Continue on MA 1A

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
16

Enter roundabout onto MA 1A

375 ft · 4 sec · North Shore Road
17

Continue on MA 1A

2.6 mi · 4 min · North Shore Road
18

Continue on MA 1A

1.7 mi · 2 min · Lynnway
19

Turn left onto MA 1A

504 ft · 12 sec · MA 1A
Use the left lane.
20

Continue on Market Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Market Street
21

Turn right onto Liberty Street

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Liberty Street
22

Turn left onto Essex Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Essex Street
23

Turn right onto Rogers Avenue

66 ft · 2 sec · Rogers Avenue
24

Arrive at destination

Rogers Avenue

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.4 miles from Lee, MA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.6 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 30 miles or 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 68.4 miles or 1h 22m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynn, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lee, 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 Lee, MA

This is one driving day of about 136.7 miles and 2h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Lee, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 125.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Worcester, MA, MA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Worcester, MA

68 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.

Popular next leg

Worcester, MA to Lynn, MA

55.2 mi · 1h 15m

Pacing Suggestions

Holyoke, MA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Southbridge, MA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68.4 miles from Lee, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Massachusetts Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 125.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Roses Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lee, Massachusetts

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+14132433333

Visit website

Morgan House Inn & Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Lee, Massachusetts

0.1 mi

Cafe Triskele

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lee, Massachusetts

0.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

2nd Street Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 127

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+16176611311

Visit website

Roses Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Lee, Massachusetts

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+14132433333

Visit website

Morgan House Inn & Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Moderately

Lee, Massachusetts

Hours: 4–8 pm

+14132433661

Visit website

Cafe Triskele

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $30 to $50

Lee, Massachusetts

Hours: 5–9 pm

+14132436397

Visit website

Lucky Strike Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 39.1

Chicopee, Massachusetts

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14135367912

Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Pier 4

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 127

Boston, Massachusetts

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+16177657600

Visit website

Cana Korean Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 39.1

Chicopee, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+14135921362

Visit website

Sabor Latino Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 39.1

Chicopee, Massachusetts

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+14133312806

Cancúns Mexican Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 87.9

North Grafton, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+15088398800

Visit website

2nd Street Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 127

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+16176611311

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Lee, Massachusetts

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Lee, Massachusetts

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Lee, Massachusetts

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336224743

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Lee, Massachusetts

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 29.3

Westfield, Massachusetts

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

USS Constitution Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 127

Charlestown, Massachusetts

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+16174261812

Visit website

Boston National Historical Park - Charlestown Navy Yard

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 127

Boston, MA

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16172425601

Visit website

DementedFX

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 39.1

Holyoke, Massachusetts

Hours: Closed

Visit website

Museum of Science

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 127

Boston, Massachusetts

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16177232500

Visit website

Soldiers and Sailors Monument

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 127

Boston, Massachusetts

Hours: 6 am–11:30 pm

+16176354505

Visit website

Dungeon Rock

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 136.7

Lynn, Massachusetts

Rumney Marsh Reservation

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 136.7

Saugus, Massachusetts

+16177275350

Visit website

EcoTarium

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 87.9

Worcester, Massachusetts

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15089292700

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 136.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike

Merge onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
131.1 mi into trip | ~2h 39m in | MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway

Enter roundabout onto MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
135.9 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in | MA 1A

Turn left onto MA 1A

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
136.2 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in | Liberty Street

Turn right onto Liberty Street

Navigation decision point

5
136.5 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in | Essex Street

Turn left onto Essex Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.88 one way

$43.75 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $23.86 $47.72
premium $4.82 $25.96 $51.91
diesel $5.61 $30.18 $60.36

Estimated Tolls: $7.53

Massachusetts Turnpike (125.6 mi) $7.53

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Tolls

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

Lee, Massachusetts

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Lee, Massachusetts

Tesla

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Lee, Massachusetts

Electrify America

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Lee, Massachusetts

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Westfield, Massachusetts

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 2 Other: 1 Tesla: 1 Electrify America: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 41 0 $14.35 $6.56
Efficient EV 34.2 0 $11.96 $5.47
EV Truck/SUV 54.7 0 $19.14 $8.75

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Lee, MA

Afternoon in Lee on Saturday

Local time

2:56 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lynn, MA

Afternoon in Lynn on Saturday

Local time

2:56 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

64°F

Worcester, MA

68 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

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 48m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Boston National Historical Park

Boston National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 127.3
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
Park Closure: Great Hall of Faneuil Hall
View on nps.gov
Salem Maritime National Historical Park

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 136.7
View on nps.gov
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour Free near mile 127.3
View on nps.gov
Adams National Historical Park

Adams National Historical Park

National Historical Park

From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...

7 mi from route ~19 min detour $15 near mile 127.3
View on nps.gov
Minute Man National Historical Park

Minute Man National Historical Park

National Historical Park

At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 113.1
View on nps.gov
New England National Scenic Trail

New England National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 42.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 2h 48m highway drive covering 136.7 miles, with most of the trip on Massachusetts Turnpike and North Shore Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 125.6 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Massachusetts Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 125.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and North Shore Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 136.7 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 1.5 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.1 miles (MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 135.9 miles (MA 1A): Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 48m. Total distance: 136.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Lee, MA to Lynn, MA covers 136.7 miles and takes about 2h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, North Shore Road, Lynnway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 68.4 miles from Lee, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.88 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 136.7 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 1.5 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.1 miles (MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 135.9 miles (MA 1A): Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Lee, MA to Lynn, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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