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Lynn, MA Road Trips

Sitting in the Northeast, Lynn, MA is a local road trip base with 29 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 43 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Lynn, MA spread mainly west and south, covering a wide geographic range.

city in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

29

Longest Drive

157.6 mi

Cheshire, MA

Quickest Drive

14m

Beverly, MA

Plan Around Lynn, MA

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Lynn, MA is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Trips from Lynn, MA

Driving from Lynn, MA

Expect an average of 43 miles and about 1h 4m behind the wheel when leaving Lynn, MA. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 126 miles (2h 45m), while the shortest is just 8 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Lynn, MA include Chester, MA (126.1 mi, 2h 45m), Erving, MA (88.5 mi, 2h 3m), Osterville, MA (80.5 mi, 1h 52m), Bliss Corner, MA (70.8 mi, 1h 34m), and Seekonk, MA (61.1 mi, 1h 24m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

For the average 43-mile drive from Lynn, MA, expect to burn about 1.7 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. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 27 mapped routes leaving Lynn, MA and 2 routes heading into Lynn, MA, covering 29 total connections. Distances range from 8 to 126 miles.

The longest mapped route from Lynn, MA covers 126 miles and takes approximately 2h 45m. Shorter options start at just 8 miles.

The average route from Lynn, MA runs about 43 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 4m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

The most popular road trip destinations from Lynn, MA include Chester, MA, Erving, MA, Osterville, MA and Bliss Corner, MA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Lynn, MA by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

100,905

Median Income

$74,715

Median Home Value

$472,600

Median Age

36.8

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Lynn, MA at a Glance

Founded

1629

Elevation

30 ft

Area

14 mi²

Notable People from Lynn, MA

A sampling of people born in Lynn, MA.

Walter Brennan

Walter Brennan

1894–1974

American actor (1894–1974)

Ruth Roman

Ruth Roman

1922–1999

American actress (1922-1999)

Frederick Irving Herzberg

1923–2000

American psychologist (1923-2000)

Verna Bloom

1938–2019

American actress (1938–2019)

Tammy Grimes

Tammy Grimes

1934–2016

American actress and singer (1934-2016)

Mike Ness

Mike Ness

1962

American musician

Alex Newell

Alex Newell

1992

American actor and singer (born 1992)

Zari Elmassian

1906–1990

American singer (1906-1990)

Lesley Stahl

Lesley Stahl

1941

American journalist

Landmarks & Historic Sites

Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Lynn, MA.

Mary Baker Eddy House

Mary Baker Eddy House

historic house in Massachusetts, United States

National Historic Landmark National Register of Historic Places contributing property
Lydia Pinkham House

Lydia Pinkham House

historic house in Massachusetts, United States

National Historic Landmark National Register of Historic Places listed place
Nahant Beach Boulevard

Nahant Beach Boulevard

historic parkway in Massachusetts, USA

National Register of Historic Places listed place
Capitol Diner

Capitol Diner

restaurant in Massachusetts, United States

National Register of Historic Places listed place
Diamond Historic District

Diamond Historic District

historic district in Lynn, Massachusetts

National Register of Historic Places listed place
Pine Grove Cemetery

Pine Grove Cemetery

cemetery in Lynn, Massachusetts, USA

National Register of Historic Places listed place
United States Post Office–Lynn Main

United States Post Office–Lynn Main

fixed construction in Massachusetts, United States of America

National Register of Historic Places listed place

City data from Wikidata (Q49188), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.

Traveler Guide to Lynn, MA

Lynn is a city in Massachusetts north of Boston with a population of about 101,000 in 2020.

1 Lynn Museum, 590 Washington St, ☏ +1 781-581-6200. Th F 10AM-4PM. Exhibits on shoe making. Nearby Waterfront Park has a boardwalk to stroll. $5. (updated Oct 2022) 2 Lynn Shore Reservation (Lynn Beach, Red Rock Park), Lynn Shore Drive. Sunrise-sunset daily. Beautiful ocean views with kid-friendly waves and sand. Connects with Nahant beach. Free. (updated Oct 2022)

1 Lynn Woods Reservation, Pennybrook Rd, ☏ +1 781-477-7123. Sunrise to sunset daily. The second largest municipal park in the U.S. Biking trails. Free. (updated Oct 2022) 2 High Rock Tower Reservation, 30 Circuit Ave, [email protected]. Sunrise-sunset daily. A small-ish city park with commanding views of the nearby Atlantic Ocean. The centerpiece of the park is the eponymous tower. It's a stone beauty that's been listed on the NHRHP since 1979. The observatory in the tower is occasionally open to the public for viewings. Free. (updated Oct 2022)

Sin City Superette, 71 Exchange St, ☏ +1 781-584-8691. W-Su 8AM-8PM. If the Noodle Bar next door feels a bit out of reach, stop in here for options you'll find more affordable and portable. It's also literally a convenience store if you need to stock up on chips, drinks, Advil, and the like. $10-20. (updated Nov 2022) Monte's Restaurant, 141 Eastern Ave, ☏ +1 781-599-0478. Noon-9:30PM daily. Nestled under train tracks, this is your basic spot for sandwiches and salads, alongside pizza and pasta dinners. Offers a decent bar pizza if you're trying to get one north of Boston. $10-20. (updated Nov 2022) Cafe Colombia, 34 Acorn St, ☏ +1 781-593-2444. 6AM-9PM daily. True neighborhood joint serving authentic Colombian food. This place is the real deal. Tiny parking lot behind the building. $10-20. (updated Nov 2022) The Blue Ox, 191 Oxford St, ☏ +1 781-780-5722. 4-9PM daily. Upscale bistro-style dinner offerings. Extensive beer and wine list, and custom cocktails. Menu updated seasonally. A few cheaper selections on offer if you can make it here before 5PM. $30-60. (updated Nov 2022) Nightshade Noodle Bar, 73 Exchange St, ☏ +1 781-780-9470. Th-Su 5-10PM. This restaurant takes cues from French & Vietnamese cuisines, preparing 7-14 course tasting menus. The exact selections served depend on the customer and the ingredients available that day. Anything you want to drink, they have it. $50-160. (updated Nov 2022)

Given Lynn's proximity to Boston's Logan airport, please refer to the Get In and Get Around sections of that article for most of the details. Use the Newburyport/Rockport Line departing from North Station in Boston to arrive in Lynn. This stop is in the town center, and you'll find many shops and restaurants within walking distance. 1 Lynn Station, 325 Broad St. Lynn Station has been closed and is being rebuilt. A temporary platform will be built at some point in 2023 to restore train service. Shuttle buses will be provided until that point. Parking lot demolished. Bike racks demolished. MBTA zone 2. $7 to Boston. (updated Oct 2022) Various MBTA bus routes travel to and throughout Lynn. From the south or east, you can use buses 441, 442, or 455 to get to Lynn from Wonderland station. From Saugus you can use buses 426 and 429 to get to Lynn. From Peabody, use buses 435 and 436. From Salem, bus 450 and 455 can get to Lynn. The MBTA operates a seasonal ferry service from Boston to Lynn. You will need to use Route 107 or Route 1A to get to Lynn. You can also use Route 129 from the northwest.

Routes 1A, 129, 129A, and 107 go throughout Lynn MBTA buses 441 and 442 travel along Route 1A of Lynn. Buses 424, 450, and 455 travel along Route 107 of Lynn. Bus 426 travels along Route 129. Most bus routes go to the Lynn commuter rail station, including bus 455 and bus 429.

Travel tips adapted from Lynn 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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