Origin
Grafton, MA
Late night in Grafton on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grafton, MA to Lynn, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
54.4 mi
88 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grafton, MA
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Lynn, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Grafton to Lynn, expect a straightforward 54.3-mile journey across Massachusetts. This route typically takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate using a combination of Worcester Street, Grafton Road, and the Massachusetts Turnpike. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the drive is quite economical for a quick transit between the two locations. Both towns sit within the Northeast region, meaning you will experience a consistent New England environment throughout the trip. It is a practical route for those needing to move between these points efficiently without the need for complex travel logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 40.1 mi | 49m |
| Worcester Street | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| North Shore Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Lynnway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Ted Williams Tunnel | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| McClellan Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Lee Burbank Highway | 1 mi | 2m |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 40.1 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grafton, MA and Lynn, MA.
1
Start on MA 140
84 ft
·
9 sec
·
Worcester Street
2
Continue on MA 140
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Worcester Street
3
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 122
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Worcester Street
4
Continue on MA 122
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Grafton Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 90
39 mi
·
48 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 90
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ted Williams Tunnel
9
Continue on I 90
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto MA 1A
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Boston Expressway
11
Continue on MA 1A
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
McClellan Highway
12
Continue on MA 1A
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Burbank Highway
13
Take the exit onto MA 1A
366 ft
·
11 sec
·
MA 1A
14
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A
7 ft
·
0 sec
·
Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
15
Continue on MA 1A
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
16
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A
375 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Shore Road
17
Continue on MA 1A
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Shore Road
18
Continue on MA 1A
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lynnway
19
Turn left onto MA 1A
504 ft
·
12 sec
·
MA 1A
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on Market Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Market Street
21
Turn right onto Liberty Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Liberty Street
22
Turn left onto Essex Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Essex Street
23
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
66 ft
·
2 sec
·
Rogers Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Rogers Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from Grafton, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 4.6 and 54.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
48.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
53.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
MA 1A
Turn left onto MA 1A
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Liberty Street
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Navigation decision point
5
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Essex Street
Turn left onto Essex Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.71 one way
$17.41 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.33 | $20.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.40
Massachusetts Turnpike
(40.1 mi)
$2.40
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.62 | $3.48 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Lynn, MA
Late night in Lynn on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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
1h 17m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 54.3-mile journey is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will find that the route avoids long highway stretches, as its highway share is 0%, requiring your full attention on local roads. The transition between Worcester Street and Grafton Road creates a rhythmic, winding experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Because there are no major highway segments, the pace remains steady and consistent throughout the 1 hour and 7 minute duration. You should prepare for a drive that prioritizes local navigation over the monotony of high-speed open roads.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.1 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Worcester Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in near I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.7 miles (MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 53.6 miles (MA 1A): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 54.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.1 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.40 in tolls one way, starting with Massachusetts 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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.7 miles (MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 53.6 miles (MA 1A): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lynn, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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