Road Trips from Boston, MA
Looking for a quick escape from Boston? You've got options ranging from short, 1.3-hour drives to less than 5 hours. Many routes offer good drive scores and access to parks, making them ideal for day trips. You can head out for a few hours on mostly highway routes or explore options with mixed terrain. There are several destinations within a two-hour drive, and even a longer haul to New York City if you're up for it.
Total Routes
16
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
14
Under 2 hours
14 total in this range
Oxford, MA
1h 15m57 mi one way
Harwich, MA
1h 51m81.6 mi one way
Newbury, MA
54m35.2 mi one way
Reading, MA
23m13.2 mi one way
Westford, MA
47m32.1 mi one way
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
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New York City, NY
4h 40m214.1 mi one way
Oxford, MA
1h 15m57 mi one way
Harwich, MA
1h 51m81.6 mi one way
Provincetown, MA
2h 45m115.4 mi one way
New York City, NY
4h 40m214.1 mi one way
Oxford, MA
1h 15m57 mi one way
Harwich, MA
1h 51m81.6 mi one way
Provincetown, MA
2h 45m115.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With options like gently rolling terrain and nearby historical parks, spring drives could offer pleasant conditions for exploring Minute Man National Historical Park.
Summer
The availability of coastal destinations like Cape Cod National Seashore makes summer an ideal time for these longer day trips.
Fall
Routes with parks such as Boston National Historical Park could provide scenic drives through changing foliage.
Winter
Mostly highway routes with good drive scores offer accessible day trips even in colder months, with parks remaining accessible.
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