Origin
Wilmington, MA
Morning in Wilmington on Friday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilmington, MA to Boston, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
16.2 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilmington, MA
Phil Evenden
Boston, MA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 16.2-mile drive from Wilmington to Boston, Massachusetts, is a quick trip that typically takes around 23 minutes. With about 80% of the route on highways, primarily I-93, it’s a focused journey perfect for a single day. You'll likely spend about $3 on fuel for this short jaunt. The drive is entirely within the Northeast region, specifically Massachusetts, making it a simple hop between two points. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or a short excursion without the need for an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 16.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 16.2-mile trip, with 80% of the drive occurring on major roadways like I-93. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is about 10 miles on I-93, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. While the primary roads are Interstate 93 and its HOV lane, you'll also navigate local streets like Lowell Street. The character of the drive is largely dictated by its interstate nature, providing a direct and efficient path to your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 93 is the longest continuous segment at about 10 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and Interstate 93 HOV lane. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near I 93.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 16.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (I 93): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 93
Merge onto I 93
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
12.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
15.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward MA 1A Toll: Airport, Government Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17B-A
Toward MA 1A Toll: Airport, Government Center
9
15.5 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Government Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17A
Toward Government Center
5
15.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
State Street
Turn right onto State Street
Navigation decision point
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 Wilmington, MA to Boston, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Government Center along the way.
Government Center
15.3 mi in
|
~20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 10 mi | 12m |
| Interstate 93 HOV lane | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Lowell Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Surface Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Court Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 10 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilmington, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on MA 38; MA 129
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto MA 129
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lowell Street
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 93 South: Boston
4
Merge onto I 93
10.0 mi
·
12 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
Use the slight left lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
7
Merge onto I 93; US 1
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 17B-A
Toward MA 1A Toll: Airport, Government Center
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 17A
Toward Government Center
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto John F. Fitzgerald Surface Road
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Surface Road
11
Turn right onto State Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
State Street
12
Continue on Court Street
473 ft
·
20 sec
·
Court Street
13
Turn left onto Tremont Street
333 ft
·
11 sec
·
Tremont Street
14
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.59 one way
$5.19 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.83 | $5.65 |
| premium | $4.82 | $3.08 | $6.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Boston, MA
Morning in Boston on Friday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
20 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
23m 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 Wilmington, MA to Boston, MA covers 16.2 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 93, Interstate 93 HOV lane, Lowell Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.1 miles from Wilmington, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.59 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 is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 16.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (I 93): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Wilmington, MA to Boston, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Government Center along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Boston National Historical Park, Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area and Adams National Historical Park. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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