Road Trips from Cambridge, MA
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
38
Shortest
0.4h
With Parks Nearby
27
Under 2 hours
37 total in this range
Barre, MA
1h 33m63.2 mi one way
Ashburnham, MA
1h 23m50.1 mi one way
East Dennis, MA
1h 57m83.2 mi one way
Pocasset, MA
1h 35m66.4 mi one way
Petersham, MA
1h 41m64.8 mi one way
Weekend trip
Browse by Mood
Barre, MA
1h 33m63.2 mi one way
Ashburnham, MA
1h 23m50.1 mi one way
East Dennis, MA
1h 57m83.2 mi one way
Pocasset, MA
1h 35m66.4 mi one way
Boxborough, MA
44m24.9 mi one way
Essex, MA
50m30.7 mi one way
Wales, MA
1h 30m67.3 mi one way
Beverly, MA
36m19.4 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.
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Ready to plan?
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