Origin
West Boylston, MA
Evening in West Boylston on Wednesday
Local time
5:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Boylston, MA to Lynn, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
62.4 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Boylston, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Lynn, MA
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Trip Overview
This 62.4-mile drive from West Boylston to Lynn, Massachusetts, is estimated to take about 1 hour and 16 minutes. It's a straightforward, turn-heavy local route with no highway driving, making it an easy day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at around $10, this journey is quite budget-friendly. The drive stays within the Northeast region, specifically Massachusetts, offering a familiar local feel without the need for an overnight stay. It's ideal for a quick excursion where you can focus on the local experience rather than long-haul travel.
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
31.2 miles from West Boylston, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very local driving experience on this route, as it features a 0% highway share and is described as 'turn-heavy.' You'll be navigating primarily on Prospect Street, Newton Street, and Central Street for the majority of the journey. There isn't a single 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving noted, which means you'll be making frequent adjustments and turns. This type of profile suggests a drive where you'll be constantly engaging with the road, passing through various local communities and intersections.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Prospect Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from West Boylston, MA to Lynn, MA is easy. At 1h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Boylston, MA to Lynn, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Prospect Street | — | — |
| Newton Street | — | — |
| Central Street | — | — |
| Worcester Street | — | — |
| Maple Street | — | — |
| Temple Street | — | — |
| West Boylston Street | — | — |
| Shrewsbury Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Prospect Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Boylston, MA and Lynn, MA.
1
Start on the route
59 ft
·
6 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Prospect Street
200 ft
·
8 sec
·
Prospect Street
3
Turn left onto Newton Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Newton Street
4
Turn straight onto Central Street
515 ft
·
16 sec
·
Central Street
5
Turn slight right onto Worcester Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Worcester Street
6
Continue on Maple Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Maple Street
7
Continue on Temple Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Temple Street
8
Continue on West Boylston Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Boylston Street
9
Continue on Shrewsbury Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Shrewsbury Street
10
Continue on Boylston Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Boylston Street
11
Take the ramp slight right toward I 290 East: Marlboro
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 290 East: Marlboro
12
Merge slight left
7.0 mi
·
8 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 495 South: Cape Cod
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 495 South: Cape Cod
14
Merge slight left
6.6 mi
·
7 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 90: Albany New York, Boston
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90: Albany New York, Boston
16
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
29 mi
·
36 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
17
Continue on Ted Williams Tunnel
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ted Williams Tunnel
18
Continue on Massachusetts Turnpike
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
19
Merge slight left onto East Boston Expressway
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Boston Expressway
20
Continue on McClellan Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
McClellan Highway
21
Continue on Lee Burbank Highway
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Burbank Highway
22
Take the exit slight right
367 ft
·
11 sec
23
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Mahoney Circle
7 ft
·
Mahoney Circle
24
Exit the rotary onto Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
25
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Butler Circle
374 ft
·
5 sec
·
Butler Circle
26
Exit the rotary onto North Shore Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Shore Road
27
Continue on Lynnway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lynnway
28
Turn left
505 ft
·
12 sec
29
Continue on Market Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Market Street
30
Turn right onto Liberty Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Liberty Street
31
Turn left onto Essex Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Essex Street
32
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
Rogers Avenue
33
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 62.4-mile duration and 1 hour 16 minute estimated travel time, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at almost any time of day without significant concern for traffic, though avoiding peak rush hours is always a good idea. Since there are no designated stops and a low fuel cost of $10, you won't need extensive planning for refueling or rest breaks. A good tip for this 'turn-heavy' route is to familiarize yourself with your GPS or map beforehand to anticipate the frequent turns and stay on track 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 31.2 miles from West Boylston, MA, or about 38m into the drive.
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 14 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.2 miles or 38m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynn, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving West Boylston, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Boylston, MA
This is one driving day of about 62.4 miles and 1h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from West Boylston, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.2 mi from West Boylston, MA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.2 miles from West Boylston, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lynn, MA
The final approach into Lynn, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.99 one way
$19.97 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
| premium | $4.82 | $11.85 | $23.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.74 | $3.99 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Lynn, MA
Evening in Lynn on Wednesday
Local time
5:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
1h 16m 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 West Boylston, MA to Lynn, MA covers 62.4 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Prospect Street, Newton Street, Central Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.2 miles from West Boylston, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.99 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.
The drive from West Boylston, MA to Lynn, MA is easy. At 1h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Boylston, MA to Lynn, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Boylston, MA to Lynn, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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