Origin
Newton, MA
Evening in Newton on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newton, MA to Arlington, MA
Drive Time
17m
Distance
7.7 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newton, MA
Engin Akyurt
Arlington, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion within the Northeast, the 7.7-mile journey from Newton to Arlington is a straightforward connection that easily fits into a single day. You will spend roughly 17 minutes behind the wheel navigating through local neighborhoods rather than hopping on major interstates. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, this is an incredibly budget-friendly trip that requires no overnight stops. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, you won't have to worry about the stress of highway merging or heavy traffic flow. It serves as a practical, efficient way to transit between these two Massachusetts cities without the need for extensive travel planning.
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
3.9 miles from Newton, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy experience as you navigate your way through the local streets connecting Newton and Arlington. You will primarily travel along Pleasant Street, Warren Street, and Walnut Street, with the longest uninterrupted stretch lasting only 2.7 miles on Pleasant Street. Since this route features a 0% highway share, you should prepare for a slower pace characterized by frequent turns and residential road conditions. The drive lacks long, monotonous highway corridors, offering instead a more granular look at the local landscape. Stay alert at intersections, as the nature of these roads requires constant attention to your surroundings throughout the entire 17-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pleasant Street is the longest continuous segment at about 2.7 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Walnut Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 miles (Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (North Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (US 20 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Walnut Street
At end of road, turn left onto Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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North Street
Turn right onto North Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
3.2 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 20 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 20 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / right lanes.
6
4.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
|
Trapelo Road
Turn left onto Trapelo Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
4.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
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MA 60 / Pleasant Street
Turn sharp right onto MA 60 / Pleasant Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Warren Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Walnut Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Lowell Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Sycamore Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Seyon Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Otis Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pleasant Street
— 2.7 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newton, MA and Arlington, MA.
1
Start on Homer Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Homer Street
2
Turn slight right onto Lowell Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lowell Avenue
3
Turn right onto Otis Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Otis Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Walnut Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Walnut Street
Use the none lane.
5
At end of road, turn left onto Crafts Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Crafts Street
6
Turn right onto North Street
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
North Street
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on Farwell Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Farwell Street
8
Continue on Seyon Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Seyon Street
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on Gore Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Gore Street
10
Turn right onto US 20
290 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
Use the none / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Warren Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Warren Street
12
Turn left onto Sycamore Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Sycamore Street
13
Turn left onto Lexington Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Lexington Street
14
Turn left onto Trapelo Road
522 ft
·
18 sec
·
Trapelo Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn sharp right onto MA 60
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Pleasant Street
Use the none lane.
16
Turn left onto Maple Street
447 ft
·
21 sec
·
Maple Street
17
Turn right
318 ft
·
23 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 7.7-mile local drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning for rest stops or managing a complex itinerary, as the journey is quick enough to complete in one go. Keep in mind that since you are sticking to local roads, traffic patterns on Pleasant Street can shift, so check your preferred navigation app before pulling out of your driveway. With a fuel budget of only $1, you can easily top off your tank before heading out without worrying about mid-trip refueling. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage by keeping your schedule open and focusing on navigating the turns 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 3.9 miles from Newton, MA, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.7 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 7.7 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.9 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
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 Newton, 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 Newton, MA
This is one driving day of about 7.7 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newton, 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 Pleasant Street for about 2.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.9 mi from Newton, MA · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.9 miles from Newton, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.23 one way
$2.45 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.33 | $2.67 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.45 | $2.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.71 | $3.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Arlington, MA
Evening in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
4 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
17m 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 Newton, MA to Arlington, MA covers 7.7 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pleasant Street, Warren Street, Walnut Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.9 miles from Newton, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.23 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 7.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 miles (Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (North Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (US 20 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Newton, MA to Arlington, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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