Traveling from East Dennis to Lynn covers 90.6 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes. Since this is a straightforward trek across the Northeast, it works perfectly as a one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes the Mid Cape Highway, Pilgrims Highway, and MA 3 to connect these two coastal Massachusetts locations. Because the drive is relatively short and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility if you need to adjust your schedule on the fly. It is a practical, no-nonsense path for commuters or weekend travelers looking to move between these regions.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.3 miles from East Dennis, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pilgrims Highway
42.3 mi
53m
Mid Cape Highway
22.3 mi
30m
MA 3
8.4 mi
11m
Broadway
3.2 mi
5m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
3.2 mi
5m
East West Dennis Road
3 mi
5m
US 1
2.6 mi
3m
Salem Turnpike
1.7 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Pilgrims Highway
— 42.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Dennis, MA and Lynn, MA.
1
Start on this road
186 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto MA 134
3.0 mi·5 min·East West Dennis Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward US 6 West: Hyannis, Boston
4
Merge onto US 6
22 mi·30 min·Mid Cape Highway
5
Continue on US 6
0.4 mi·45 sec·Sagamore Bridge
6
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi·20 sec·Pilgrim Highway
7
Continue on MA 3
42 mi·53 min·Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on MA 3
8.4 mi·11 min·MA 3
Exit 43BToward I 93 North: BostonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.2 mi·5 min·John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
2.6 mi·3 min·US 1
Exit 19Toward US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, RevereUse the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
275 ft·8 sec
Toward Fourth StreetUse the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Fourth Street
0.1 mi·22 sec·Fourth Street
13
Continue on Fourth Street
104 ft·5 sec·Fourth Street
14
Turn straight onto Hawthorn Street
0.1 mi·10 sec·Hawthorn Street
15
Continue on Broadway
2.5 mi·4 min·Broadway
16
Continue on MA 107
158 ft·5 sec·Broadway
17
Merge onto MA 60; MA 107
52 ft·1 sec·Albert J Brown Circle
18
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 107
237 ft·7 sec·Albert J Brown Circle
19
Turn slight right onto MA 107
0.7 mi·1 min·Broadway
20
Continue on MA 107
1.7 mi·2 min·Salem Turnpike
21
Continue on MA 107
1.0 mi·2 min·Western Avenue
Use the straight lane.
22
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
110 ft·2 sec·Market Square
23
Continue on Market Square
0.2 mi·13 sec·Market Square
24
Continue on South Common Street
0.5 mi·49 sec·South Common Street
25
Continue on City Hall Square
0.1 mi·11 sec·City Hall Square
26
Continue on Central Avenue
0.1 mi·10 sec·Central Avenue
27
Turn left onto Liberty Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·Liberty Street
28
Turn left onto Essex Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Essex Street
29
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
66 ft·2 sec·Rogers Avenue
30
Arrive at destination
Rogers Avenue
Trip Plan
To ensure a smooth transition between East Dennis and Lynn, try to plan your departure during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local portions of the route. Since the drive is only 2 hours and 5 minutes, you can easily complete it in one go without needing mandatory rest stops, though taking a break allows for more flexibility. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving, as the $14 estimate assumes steady driving conditions. Given the turn-heavy nature of the final stretch, prioritize your route navigation early so you aren't caught off guard by sudden changes in direction. Utilizing the 42.3-mile stretch on the Pilgrims Highway is your best opportunity to settle into a comfortable rhythm before navigating the more complex local roads.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.3 miles from East Dennis, MA, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynn, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Dennis, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from East Dennis, MA
This is one driving day of about 90.6 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from East Dennis, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pilgrims Highway for about 42.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 80.3 and 90.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
80.3 mi into trip|~1h 48m in|US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 toward US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, Revere
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 19
Toward US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, Revere
6
82.9 mi into trip|~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward Fourth Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Fourth Street
5
85.8 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|MA 107 / Albert J Brown Circle
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 107 / Albert J Brown Circle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
90.4 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|Essex Street
Turn left onto Essex Street
Navigation decision point
5
90.5 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|Rogers Avenue
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.50 one way
$29.00 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$15.81
$31.62
premium
$4.82
$17.20
$34.41
diesel
$5.61
$20.00
$40.01
Estimated Tolls: $0.12
Salem Turnpike
(1.7 mi)$0.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.2
0
$9.51
$4.35
Efficient EV
22.7
0
$7.93
$3.62
EV Truck/SUV
36.2
0
$12.68
$5.80
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Feb 15, 2022
Origin
East Dennis, MA
Late night
in East Dennis on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lynn, MA
Late night
in Lynn on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 5m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Boston National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 81.2
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 90.6
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 74.9
The great Outer Beach described by Thoreau in the 1800s is protected within the national seashore. Forty miles of pristine sandy beach, marshes, ponds, and uplands support diverse species. Lighthouses...
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 81.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mix of driving styles on this journey, as it transitions from the Mid Cape Highway into a more turn-heavy local experience. With only 18% of the route consisting of highway travel, you will spend most of your time navigating regional roads rather than cruising on open interstates. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 42.3 miles you spend on the Pilgrims Highway, which provides the most consistent pace of the trip. The road's personality shifts significantly as you leave the Cape, requiring you to stay alert through the more technical, winding sections. Be prepared for a drive that demands your full attention as the environment changes from open highway to more localized traffic patterns.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.3 mi on Pilgrims Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 80.3 miles in near US 1.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 90.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 80.3 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.8 miles (MA 107 / Albert J Brown Circle): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from East Dennis, MA to Lynn, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Revere along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 90.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.3 miles on Pilgrims Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.12 in tolls one way, starting with Salem Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lynn, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 80.3 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.8 miles (MA 107 / Albert J Brown Circle): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Boston National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Salem Maritime National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lynn, MA before heading back.
