Dedham, MA Road Trips
Dedham, MA serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 6 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 24 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Dedham, MA head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
43.6 mi
Lawrence, MA
Quickest Drive
30m
Framingham, MA
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Trips from Dedham, MA
Driving from Dedham, MA
On average, trips departing from Dedham, MA run 24 miles with a drive time of roughly 40m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 44 miles (59m), while the shortest is just 13 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Dedham, MA are Lawrence, MA (43.6 mi, 59m), City of Lowell, MA (33.7 mi, 47m), Lynn, MA (23.2 mi, 44m), Framingham, MA (14.9 mi, 30m), and City of Somerville, MA (14.1 mi, 32m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 24-mile drive from Dedham, MA, expect to burn about 0.9 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Dedham, MA and 1 routes heading into Dedham, MA, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 13 to 44 miles.
The longest mapped route from Dedham, MA covers 44 miles and takes approximately 59m. Shorter options start at just 13 miles.
The average route from Dedham, MA runs about 24 miles with a drive time of roughly 40m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Dedham, MA include Lawrence, MA, City of Lowell, MA, Lynn, MA and Framingham, MA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Dedham, MA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
25,109
Median Income
$124,375
Median Home Value
$630,400
Median Age
43.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Dedham, MA
Dedham is a town in Massachusetts with a population of 25,000 (2020).
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA OR "T"). Commuter rail Needham Line service linking to Boston. In Dedham, the Dedham and Endicott stations are on the Commuter Rail. Dedham is located right on Interstate 95 (also known as Route 128). Route 109 is a thoroughfare that runs through Dedham. The 34E bus is accessible from Forest Hills, it makes many stops along Washington Street in Dedham, runs every 30 to 60 minutes 7 days a week. The 52 bus from Watertown and Newton runs to Dedham very infrequently on weekdays only. The 34, 35, and 52 buses all terminate at the Dedham Mall. The 33 bus ends at the eastern border of Dedham.
Travel tips adapted from Dedham (Massachusetts) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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