This quick 13.9-mile drive from Lynn, MA to Arlington, MA, should take about 26 minutes, making it a perfect option for a single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate local streets, with only about 13% of the journey on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $2 for this short hop within the Northeast region. Given the brief duration and minimal highway time, this route is ideal for a spontaneous excursion or as a quick leg of a larger New England adventure, offering a straightforward connection between these two Massachusetts communities.
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
6.9 miles from Lynn, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 12m into the drive
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Drive Character
Prepare for a rather turn-heavy local drive on this route. You'll be covering ground on roads like Broadway and Lynn Street, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 2.6 miles along Broadway. While only 13% of the drive involves highway, the majority will feel like navigating through local neighborhoods and town centers. This means you'll be adjusting speed and direction frequently, so staying alert is key to a smooth experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broadway is the longest continuous segment at about 2.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near MA 107 / Western Avenue.
Route Complexity5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.9 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.9 miles (MA 107 / Western Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4 miles (Lincoln Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.3 miles (Krystyl K. Poirier Memorial Roadway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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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
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4 mi into trip|~7m in|Lincoln Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Lincoln Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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8.3 mi into trip|~14m in|Krystyl K. Poirier Memorial Roadway
Enter roundabout onto Krystyl K. Poirier Memorial Roadway toward MA 16 West: Medford, Somerville
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MA 16 West: Medford, Somerville
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11.3 mi into trip|~20m in|Powder House Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Powder House Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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13.4 mi into trip|~25m in|US 3; MA 2A / Massachusetts Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 3; MA 2A / Massachusetts Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lynn, MA to Arlington, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Somerville along the way.
Somerville
8.3 mi in|~14m|via Krystyl K. Poirier Memorial Roadway
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Broadway
2.6 mi
5m
Lincoln Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Lynn Street
1.6 mi
2m
Western Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Mystic Valley Parkway
0.8 mi
1m
Powder House Boulevard
0.8 mi
1m
Salem Street
0.7 mi
1m
Harvard Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Broadway
— 2.6 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lynn, MA and Arlington, MA.
1
Start on Rogers Avenue
66 ft·3 sec·Rogers Avenue
2
Turn right onto Essex Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Essex Street
3
Continue on North Common Street
0.6 mi·55 sec·North Common Street
4
Continue on Market Square
0.1 mi·11 sec·Market Square
5
Enter roundabout onto MA 107
278 ft·4 sec·Western Avenue
6
Continue on MA 107
1.0 mi·2 min·Western Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on MA 107
0.1 mi·14 sec·Salem Turnpike
8
Turn right onto Ballard Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Ballard Street
9
Turn left onto Lincoln Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·Lincoln Avenue
10
Continue on Lincoln Avenue
0.4 mi·43 sec·Lincoln Avenue
11
Continue on Salem Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Salem Street
12
Continue on Lynn Street
1.6 mi·2 min·Lynn Street
13
Turn left onto MA 99
1.5 mi·2 min·Broadway
14
Enter roundabout onto Krystyl K. Poirier Memorial Roadway
227 ft·4 sec·Krystyl K. Poirier Memorial Roadway
Toward MA 16 West: Medford, Somerville
15
Continue on Krystyl K. Poirier Memorial Roadway
0.4 mi·35 sec·Krystyl K. Poirier Memorial Roadway
Toward MA 16 West: Medford, Somerville
16
Enter roundabout
179 ft·5 sec
17
Continue
0.1 mi·15 sec
18
Merge onto MA 16
0.6 mi·57 sec·Revere Beach Parkway
19
Continue on MA 16
0.8 mi·1 min·Mystic Valley Parkway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on Mystic Valley Parkway Connector
0.3 mi·32 sec·Mystic Valley Parkway Connector
21
Continue on Harvard Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Harvard Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Continue on Warner Street
0.2 mi·20 sec·Warner Street
23
Enter roundabout onto Powder House Boulevard
127 ft·2 sec·Powder House Boulevard
24
Continue on Powder House Boulevard
0.8 mi·1 min·Powder House Boulevard
25
Turn left onto North Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·North Street
26
At end of road, turn right onto Broadway
1.2 mi·2 min·Broadway
27
At end of road, turn right onto US 3; MA 2A
0.3 mi·53 sec·Massachusetts Avenue
Use the left lane.
28
Turn left onto Academy Street
320 ft·18 sec·Academy Street
29
Turn left
203 ft·14 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this drive is only 26 minutes and covers just 13.9 miles, you have a lot of flexibility. There's no need to rush, and you can depart whenever it suits your schedule. With only a $2 estimated fuel cost, it's an economical trip. Given the short distance and local road profile, plan for this to be a straightforward journey without the need for extensive rest stops. Keep an eye out for frequent turns, especially as you transition between Broadway and Lincoln Avenue, to ensure you stay on course efficiently.
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 6.9 miles from Lynn, MA, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.6 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 13.9 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.9 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lynn, 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 Lynn, MA
This is one driving day of about 13.9 miles and 26m.
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 Broadway for about 2.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 6.9 miles from Lynn, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, MA
The final approach into Arlington, 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 Arlington, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 8.6
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
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...
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
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 13.9
. . . 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...
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...
Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 13.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.22 one way
$4.45 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg5 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$2.43
$4.85
premium
$4.82
$2.64
$5.28
diesel
$5.61
$3.07
$6.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging
· 0 stops
· 60% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
4.2
0
$1.46
$0.67
Efficient EV
3.5
0
$1.22
$0.56
EV Truck/SUV
5.6
0
$1.95
$0.89
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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 5 days ago
Origin
Lynn, MA
Night
in Lynn on Tuesday
Local time
10:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Arlington, MA
Night
in Arlington on Tuesday
Local time
10:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
7 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
26m 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 Arlington, MA covers 13.9 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broadway, Lincoln Avenue, Lynn Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 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 $2.22 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.9 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.9 miles (MA 107 / Western Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4 miles (Lincoln Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.3 miles (Krystyl K. Poirier Memorial Roadway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Lynn, MA to Arlington, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Somerville along the way.
