Trip from Lynn, MA to Barre, MA

Drive Time

1h 52m

Distance

76.4 mi

123 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 44m ★

6 AM

1h 52m

8 AM

2h 9m

10 AM

1h 58m

12 PM

1h 56m

3 PM

1h 59m

5 PM

2h 8m

8 PM

1h 47m

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

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Lynn, MA

Marius-Laurentiu Butan

Trip Overview

Traveling from Lynn to Barre covers a 76.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes of driving time. Because this trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Northeast Massachusetts locations. The route relies primarily on a combination of the Massachusetts Turnpike, Pleasant Street, and Worcester Road to get you to your destination. Whether you are heading out for a quick getaway or a necessary commute, this drive offers a straightforward transition from the coast toward the more rural landscapes of the interior. It is a practical route that balances highway efficiency with local road navigation.

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

38.2 miles from Lynn, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip features a mixed drive profile, ensuring that your time behind the wheel is anything but uniform. You will spend roughly 53% of your journey on highways, highlighted by a significant 39.8-mile stretch on the Massachusetts Turnpike that allows for steady cruising. As you peel off the main highway, the character of the road shifts, transitioning into the more localized navigation required by Pleasant Street and Worcester Road. The contrast between the high-speed turnpike and the smaller thoroughfares keeps the experience dynamic. Expect a blend of fast-paced, uninterrupted driving followed by the slower, more methodical pace of local road travel as you approach Barre.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 35 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 39.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near MA 1A / Lynnway.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 76.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (MA 1A / Lynnway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

1.4 mi into trip | ~2m in | MA 1A / Lynnway

Turn right onto MA 1A / Lynnway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

8.2 mi into trip | ~14m in | I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike toward I 90 Toll West: Williams Tunnel, Logan Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 90 Toll West: Williams Tunnel, Logan A...

49.6 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in

Take the exit toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 96 Toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester

53.5 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | MA 122 / Grafton Street

Enter roundabout onto MA 122 / Grafton Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

54.4 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | MA 122; MA 122A / Madison Street

Enter roundabout onto MA 122; MA 122A / Madison Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Towns Along This Route

Between Lynn, MA and Barre, MA, road signs point toward Logan Airport and Worcester.

Logan Airport

8.2 mi in | ~14m | via I 90

Worcester

49.6 mi in | ~1h 6m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike	39.8 mi	49m
Pleasant Street	6.8 mi	12m
Worcester Road	6.1 mi	11m
Barre Paxton Road	4.5 mi	6m
Grafton Street	3.5 mi	4m
Chandler Street	3 mi	4m
North Shore Road	2.6 mi	4m
Ted Williams Tunnel	1.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Massachusetts Turnpike — 39.8 mi, about 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Rogers Avenue

66 ft · 3 sec · Rogers Avenue

Turn right onto Essex Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Essex Street

Continue on North Common Street

0.6 mi · 57 sec · North Common Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left

75 ft · 2 sec

Turn left onto Market Square

273 ft · 10 sec · Market Square

Turn right onto Commercial Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Commercial Street

Turn right onto MA 1A

1.0 mi · 1 min · Lynnway

Use the none lane.

Continue on MA 1A

2.6 mi · 4 min · North Shore Road

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto MA 1A

108 ft · 1 sec · Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway

Continue on MA 1A

0.4 mi · 36 sec · Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto MA 1A

377 ft · 8 sec · MA 1A

Continue on MA 1A

215 ft · 7 sec · MA 1A

Merge onto MA 1A

53 ft · 1 sec · Lee Burbank Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto MA 1A

1.0 mi · 2 min · Lee Burbank Highway

Continue on MA 1A

1.0 mi · 1 min · McClellan Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on MA 1A

0.6 mi · 56 sec · East Boston Expressway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

0.9 mi · 1 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

Toward I 90 Toll West: Williams Tunnel, Logan Airport Use the slight left lane.

Continue on I 90

1.5 mi · 2 min · Ted Williams Tunnel

Continue on I 90

39 mi · 48 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 96 Toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester

Keep slight left at fork

173 ft · 10 sec

Turn left onto MA 122

0.4 mi · 53 sec · Grafton Road

Continue on MA 122

2.9 mi · 3 min · Grafton Street

Enter roundabout onto MA 122

123 ft · 1 sec · Grafton Street

Continue on MA 122

0.5 mi · 39 sec · Grafton Street

Continue on Grafton Street

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Grafton Street

Turn left onto MA 122

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Harding Street

Enter roundabout onto MA 122; MA 122A

71 ft · 1 sec · Madison Street

Continue on MA 122; MA 122A

0.5 mi · 1 min · Madison Street

Continue on MA 122; MA 122A

3.0 mi · 4 min · Chandler Street

Turn left onto MA 122

6.8 mi · 12 min · Pleasant Street

Continue on MA 122

4.5 mi · 6 min · Barre Paxton Road

Continue on MA 122

6.1 mi · 11 min · Worcester Road

Continue on MA 32; MA 122

1.2 mi · 1 min · Summer Street

Arrive at destination

MA 32; MA 122

Trip Plan

Since the total drive time is just under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving early helps avoid potential congestion on the turnpike. You won't need to plan for any mandatory stops given the manageable length of the 76.4-mile trek, but keeping a flexible schedule is always a smart move. Because you will be switching between major highways and local streets, stay alert for changing speed limits as you exit the Massachusetts Turnpike. Budgeting about $12 for fuel should cover your needs easily, but it is always wise to ensure your tank is topped off before hitting the road. Focusing on a steady pace will make the transition from the fast highway sections to the local roads much smoother for you and your passengers.

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 38.2 miles from Lynn, MA, or about 52m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.8 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 76.4 miles or 1h 52m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 38.2 miles or 52m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 32m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Lynn, 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 Lynn, MA

This is one driving day of about 76.4 miles and 1h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lynn, 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.

The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 39.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38.2 mi from Lynn, MA · 52m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

38 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

Albany, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 76.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.2 miles from Lynn, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Barre, MA

The final approach into Barre, 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 Barre, 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

$12.16 one way

$24.32 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$13.23	$26.45
premium	$4.80	$14.43	$28.87
diesel	$5.64	$16.97	$33.95

Estimated Tolls: $2.39

Massachusetts Turnpike (39.8 mi) $2.39

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

$12

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	22.9	$8.02	$3.67
Efficient EV	19.1	$6.69	$3.06
EV Truck/SUV	30.6	$10.70	$4.89

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Lynn, MA

Afternoon in Lynn on Sunday

Local time

4:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Barre, MA

Afternoon in Barre on Sunday

Local time

4:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

38 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

24 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

1h 52m 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 Lynn, MA to Barre, MA covers 76.4 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, Pleasant Street, Worcester Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 38.2 miles from Lynn, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.16 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.

Between Lynn, MA and Barre, MA, road signs point toward Logan Airport and Worcester.

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Trip from Lynn, MA to Barre, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Barre, MA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Lynn, MA

Barre, MA

Same local time

24 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 52m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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