Road Trips from Boston, MA
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
41
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
30
Under 2 hours
40 total in this range
Barre, MA
1h 34m65.1 mi one way
Ashburnham, MA
1h 29m54.5 mi one way
East Dennis, MA
1h 49m79.9 mi one way
New Bedford, MA
1h 15m57.2 mi one way
Acushnet, MA
1h 12m54.4 mi one way
Weekend trip
Browse by Mood
Barre, MA
1h 34m65.1 mi one way
Ashburnham, MA
1h 29m54.5 mi one way
East Dennis, MA
1h 49m79.9 mi one way
New York City, NY
4h 40m214.1 mi one way
New York City, NY
4h 40m214.1 mi one way
New Bedford, MA
1h 15m57.2 mi one way
Acushnet, MA
1h 12m54.4 mi one way
Boxborough, MA
51m29.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Peak fall foliage — plan late-September through mid-October.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
Starting Somewhere Else?
Other nearby cities with their own escape planners.
Ready to plan?
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