Origin
Hardwick, MA
Late night in Hardwick on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hardwick, 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 58m
Distance
80.4 mi
129 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hardwick, MA
Italo Melo
Lynn, MA
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Trip Overview
Hardwick, MA to Lynn, MA is 80.4 miles and takes about 1h 58m via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. Expect a drive that mixes highway speeds with local road sections, making it a straightforward and manageable journey for a single day. It’s a practical option if you need to get from point A to point B without a lot of fuss, offering a clear path with predictable travel times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.2 miles from Hardwick, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 40.1 mi | 49m |
| Pleasant Street | 6.8 mi | 12m |
| Old Turnpike Road | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Barre Paxton Road | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Grafton Street | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Chandler Street | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Barre Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| North Shore Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 40.1 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hardwick, MA and Lynn, MA.
1
Start on this road
33 ft
·
2 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto MA 32A
346 ft
·
8 sec
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Petersham Road
3
Turn left onto Barre Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
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Barre Road
4
Continue on Hardwick Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hardwick Road
5
Continue on Ravine Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Ravine Road
6
Continue on Old Turnpike Road
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Old Turnpike Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto MA 122
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Worcester Road
8
Continue on MA 122
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Barre Paxton Road
9
Continue on MA 122
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Barre Paxton Road
10
Continue on MA 122
6.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Pleasant Street
11
Turn right onto MA 122
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Chandler Street
12
Turn left onto Murray Avenue
301 ft
·
9 sec
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Murray Avenue
13
Turn right onto Austin Street
232 ft
·
6 sec
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Austin Street
14
Continue on Myrtle Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Myrtle Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto McGrath Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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McGrath Boulevard
16
Continue on Foster Street
101 ft
·
2 sec
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Foster Street
17
Turn slight right onto Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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Franklin Street
18
Turn right onto Harding Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Harding Street
19
Turn left onto Winter Street
326 ft
·
8 sec
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Winter Street
20
Continue on MA 122
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
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Grafton Street
21
Enter roundabout onto MA 122
39 ft
·
0 sec
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Grafton Street
22
Continue on MA 122
2.9 mi
·
3 min
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Grafton Street
23
Continue on MA 122
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Grafton Road
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
26
Merge onto I 90
39 mi
·
48 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on I 90
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ted Williams Tunnel
28
Continue on I 90
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Merge onto MA 1A
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Boston Expressway
30
Continue on MA 1A
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
McClellan Highway
31
Continue on MA 1A
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Burbank Highway
32
Take the exit onto MA 1A
366 ft
·
11 sec
·
MA 1A
33
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A
7 ft
·
0 sec
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
34
Continue on MA 1A
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
35
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A
375 ft
·
4 sec
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North Shore Road
36
Continue on MA 1A
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Shore Road
37
Continue on MA 1A
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lynnway
38
Turn left onto MA 1A
504 ft
·
12 sec
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MA 1A
Use the left lane.
39
Continue on Market Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Market Street
40
Turn right onto Liberty Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Liberty Street
41
Turn left onto Essex Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Essex Street
42
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
66 ft
·
2 sec
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Rogers Avenue
43
Arrive at destination
Rogers Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under two hours, this route is easily completed in a single day, and you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Aim to leave either earlier in the morning to avoid any potential local traffic or later in the afternoon if your destination is not time-sensitive. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, it’s wise to ensure your tank is full before departing Hardwick, as dedicated fuel stops aren't explicitly noted on this specific path. Pay attention to the transition points from highway to local roads, as these can sometimes involve unexpected speed limit changes.
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 40.2 miles from Hardwick, MA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.1 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 18 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.2 miles or 1h 4m 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 38m
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 Hardwick, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hardwick, MA
This is one driving day of about 80.4 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Hardwick, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 40.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.2 miles from Hardwick, 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 215 decision points cluster between mile 29.6 and 79.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
29.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
30.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
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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
74.7 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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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
79.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
|
MA 1A
Turn left onto MA 1A
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
79.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
Liberty Street
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.87 one way
$25.73 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $14.03 | $28.06 |
| premium | $4.82 | $15.27 | $30.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.75 | $35.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.74
Massachusetts Turnpike
(40.1 mi)
$2.40
Old Turnpike Road
(4.9 mi)
$0.34
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
$13
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
| Efficient EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.04 | $3.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.26 | $5.15 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
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 58m 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.
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 72.1
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
Salem Maritime National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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 80.4
View on nps.gov
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
. . . 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 69.3
View on nps.gov
Adams National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$15
near mile 69.3
View on nps.gov
Minute Man National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 58.2
View on nps.gov
New England National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 57% of it on highways like the Massachusetts Turnpike. You'll encounter a 40.1-mile stretch on the Massachusetts Turnpike, providing a period of consistent, faster-paced travel. As you progress, the drive will transition from these main arteries to more local roads like Pleasant Street and Old Turnpike Road, requiring adjustments in speed and awareness. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway cruising and more community-focused driving environments.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
43 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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.6 miles in.
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 80.4 miles you will encounter 21 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 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 30.6 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.7 miles (MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 80.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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 $2.74 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 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 30.6 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.7 miles (MA 1A / Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Boston National Historical Park, Salem Maritime National Historical Park and Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area (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.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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