Trip from Lynn, MA to Whitman, MA

Drive Time

53m

Distance

35 mi

56 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min

4 AM

0h 49m ★

6 AM

0h 53m

8 AM

1h 2m

10 AM

0h 57m

12 PM

0h 56m

3 PM

0h 57m

5 PM

1h 2m

8 PM

0h 51m

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

Whitman, MA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Lynn to Whitman covers 35 miles of Massachusetts terrain, a manageable trek that typically takes about 53 minutes. Because this is a straightforward, one-day trip, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $6 for fuel, making this an economical choice for a quick regional commute. The path transitions through the Northeast, moving from the coastal environment of Lynn toward the inland setting of Whitman. Given the short duration, it serves as an ideal day trip if you are looking to get between these two points efficiently. You will find this route practical and direct, perfect for when you need to reach your destination without unnecessary detours.

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

17.5 miles from Lynn, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate a combination of major thoroughfares and local connectors. You will spend about 46% of your time on highways, utilizing the Tobin Bridge and the Southeast Expressway to make progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch lasts 8 miles along the Southeast Expressway, offering a brief period of steady highway speeds before you transition to other segments. As you shift from MA 3 and local roads, the pace of the drive changes, requiring you to adjust to varying traffic patterns. It is a functional, hybrid route that keeps you moving steadily across the state.

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

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Southeast Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 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 0.9 miles in near MA 107 / Western Avenue.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 35 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 0.9 miles (MA 107 / Western Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.6 miles (US 1 / Northeast Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

0.9 mi into trip | ~1m in | MA 107 / Western Avenue

Enter roundabout onto MA 107 / Western Avenue

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6.3 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the exit toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, Boston

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

Use the right lane. Toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, Boston

6.6 mi into trip | ~11m in | US 1 / Northeast Expressway

Merge onto US 1 / Northeast Expressway

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

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

21.7 mi into trip | ~32m in | MA 3

Keep slight left at fork onto MA 3 toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 7 Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod

26.3 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit toward MA 18 South: Abington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 38B Toward MA 18 South: Abington

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Lynn, MA to Whitman, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.

Boston

6.3 mi in | ~10m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Southeast Expressway	8 mi	10m
Tobin Bridge	5.8 mi	9m
MA 3	4.6 mi	6m
Main Street	3.2 mi	5m
Bedford Street	3 mi	4m
Broadway	2 mi	3m
Washington Street	2 mi	3m
Salem Turnpike	1.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Southeast Expressway — 8 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lynn, MA and Whitman, 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 · 55 sec · North Common Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on Market Square

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Market Square

Enter roundabout onto MA 107

278 ft · 4 sec · Western Avenue

Continue on MA 107

1.0 mi · 2 min · Western Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Continue on MA 107

1.7 mi · 2 min · Salem Turnpike

Continue on MA 107

0.7 mi · 1 min · Broadway

Turn slight right onto MA 60; MA 107

328 ft · 11 sec · Albert J Brown Circle

Turn slight right onto MA 107

148 ft · 5 sec · Broadway

Continue on MA 107

1.3 mi · 2 min · Broadway

Use the none lane.

Turn right

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Merge onto MA 16

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Revere Beach Parkway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, Boston Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 1

1.4 mi · 1 min · Northeast Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 1

5.8 mi · 9 min · Tobin Bridge

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3

8.0 mi · 10 min · Southeast Expressway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto MA 3

4.6 mi · 6 min · MA 3

Exit 7 Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Exit 38B Toward MA 18 South: Abington Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto MA 18

3.2 mi · 5 min · Main Street

Use the left / none lanes.

Continue on MA 18

3.0 mi · 4 min · Bedford Street

Continue on MA 18

0.5 mi · 45 sec · Washington Street

Turn left onto Washington Street

1.5 mi · 2 min · Washington Street

Use the left / none lanes.

Turn left onto Broad Street

408 ft · 16 sec · Broad Street

Turn left onto Central Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Central Street

Arrive at destination

Central Street

Trip Plan

Since the total drive time is under an hour, you have significant flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic bottlenecks. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave is a smart move given the $6 cost estimate. Because the route relies heavily on the Southeast Expressway, check for real-time congestion reports before heading out to ensure your 53-minute estimate remains accurate. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning a direct trip, allowing you to reach Whitman quickly. Staying aware of how the highway transitions into local roads will help you navigate the final miles of your journey with ease.

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 17.5 miles from Lynn, MA, or about 27m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 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 35 miles or 53m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 17.5 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 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitman, 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 35 miles and 53m.

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 Southeast Expressway for about 8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 17.5 mi from Lynn, MA · 27m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

18 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from Lynn, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Whitman, MA

The final approach into Whitman, 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 Whitman, 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

$5.57 one way

$11.14 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 12 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$6.06	$12.12
premium	$4.80	$6.61	$13.23
diesel	$5.64	$7.78	$15.55

Estimated Tolls: $0.12

Salem Turnpike (1.7 mi) $0.12

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

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	10.5	$3.68	$1.68
Efficient EV	8.8	$3.06	$1.40
EV Truck/SUV	14	$4.90	$2.24

Gas CO2

12 kg

EV CO2

4 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

4:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Whitman, MA

Afternoon in Whitman on Sunday

Local time

4:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

18 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

1 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

53m 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 Whitman, MA covers 35 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Southeast Expressway, Tobin Bridge, MA 3. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 17.5 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 $5.57 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.