Lynn to Dalton is 152.7 miles and takes about 3h 20m via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Massachusetts, taking you from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a highway-focused trip, meaning you'll cover a lot of ground efficiently. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is well-suited for a straightforward journey, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Consider this a practical option when you need to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.4 miles from Lynn, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
125.6 mi
2h 28m
East Street
3.6 mi
7m
Holmes Road
3.5 mi
7m
North Shore Road
2.6 mi
4m
Veterans Memorial Highway
2.2 mi
2m
Pittsfield Road
2 mi
3m
Ted Williams Tunnel
1.5 mi
2m
Laurel Street
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 125.6 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lynn, MA and Dalton, MA.
1
Start on Rogers Avenue
66 ft·3 sec·Rogers Avenue
2
Turn right onto Essex Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Essex Street
3
Continue on North Common Street
0.6 mi·57 sec·North Common Street
4
Turn left
75 ft·2 sec
5
Turn left onto Market Square
273 ft·10 sec·Market Square
6
Turn right onto Commercial Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Commercial Street
7
Turn right onto MA 1A
1.0 mi·1 min·Lynnway
8
Continue on MA 1A
2.6 mi·4 min·North Shore Road
9
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A
108 ft·1 sec·Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
10
Continue on MA 1A
0.4 mi·36 sec·Veterans of Foreign Wars Parkway
11
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A
377 ft·8 sec·MA 1A
12
Continue on MA 1A
215 ft·7 sec·MA 1A
13
Merge onto MA 1A
53 ft·1 sec·Lee Burbank Highway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 1A
1.0 mi·2 min·Lee Burbank Highway
15
Continue on MA 1A
1.0 mi·1 min·McClellan Highway
16
Continue on MA 1A
0.6 mi·56 sec·East Boston Expressway
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
0.9 mi·1 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
Toward I 90 Toll West: Williams Tunnel, Logan AirportUse the slight left lane.
18
Continue on I 90
1.5 mi·2 min·Ted Williams Tunnel
19
Continue on I 90
57 mi·1 hr 8 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
68 mi·1 hr 18 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 10Toward US 20: Lee, Pittsfield
22
Keep slight right at fork
376 ft·9 sec
23
Merge onto US 20
0.5 mi·1 min·Housatonic Street
24
Continue on US 20
0.1 mi·18 sec·Park Street
25
Turn slight right onto US 20
0.4 mi·1 min·Main Street
26
Turn left onto US 20
0.2 mi·12 sec·West Center Street
27
Continue on US 20
1.2 mi·2 min·Laurel Street
28
Continue on US 20
1.2 mi·2 min·Lee Road
29
Continue on US 7; US 20
2.2 mi·2 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
30
Continue on US 7; US 20
2.0 mi·3 min·Pittsfield Road
31
Take the exit
315 ft·7 sec
32
Turn slight right onto Holmes Road
3.5 mi·7 min·Holmes Road
33
Keep slight right at fork onto Holmes Road
116 ft·3 sec·Holmes Road
34
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.2 mi·33 sec·Elm Street
35
Turn left onto Dorchester Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Dorchester Avenue
36
Turn right onto Newell Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Newell Street
37
At end of road, turn right onto East Street
3.6 mi·7 min·East Street
38
Turn right onto MA 8; MA 9
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
39
Turn left onto Haworth Street
392 ft·17 sec·Haworth Street
40
Turn right onto Stockbridge Avenue
220 ft·9 sec·Stockbridge Avenue
41
Arrive at destination
Stockbridge Avenue
Trip Plan
Given this is a one-day, 3h 20m drive, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Lynn in the morning means you'll be on the Massachusetts Turnpike for the longest stretch, so plan your first stop after that 125.6-mile segment. Keep an eye on your fuel; with an estimated cost of $24, it’s a good idea to top off before hitting the highway, especially if you're starting with less than half a tank. The highway-focused nature means rest areas are available on the Turnpike, but remember to exit for more substantial breaks if needed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.4 miles from Lynn, MA, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.6 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 34 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.4 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dalton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lynn, 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 Lynn, MA
This is one driving day of about 152.7 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Lynn, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 125.6 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 135.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Essex Street
Turn right onto Essex Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip|~2m in|MA 1A / Lynnway
Turn right onto MA 1A / Lynnway
Navigation decision point
8
8.2 mi into trip|~14m in|I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike toward I 90 Toll West: Williams Tunnel, Logan Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 90 Toll West: Williams Tunnel, Logan A...
6
67.3 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
135.3 mi into trip|~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward US 20: Lee, Pittsfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 10
Toward US 20: Lee, Pittsfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.44 one way
$48.88 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$26.65
$53.30
premium
$4.82
$28.99
$57.99
diesel
$5.61
$33.71
$67.43
Estimated Tolls: $7.53
Massachusetts Turnpike
(125.6 mi)$7.53
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
$24
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.8
0
$16.03
$7.33
Efficient EV
38.2
0
$13.36
$6.11
EV Truck/SUV
61.1
0
$21.38
$9.77
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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 Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Lynn, MA
Night
in Lynn on Saturday
Local time
9:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Areas Of Fog
NE 5 to 9 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Dalton, MA
Night
in Dalton on Saturday
Local time
9:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 10 mph1% chanceLive 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
14 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
3h 20m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 10.5
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
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...
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...
. . . 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
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 10.5
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 21.1
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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 94.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with an impressive 83% of the journey on high-speed roads like the Massachusetts Turnpike. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 125.6 miles on this main highway, offering a consistent pace for much of your travel. While the bulk of the drive is on the Massachusetts Turnpike, the final legs involve East Street and Holmes Road, introducing a slight shift in character as you approach Dalton. Expect a steady, direct experience for the majority of your time behind the wheel.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 125.6 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and East Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Essex Street.
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 24 significant decision points across 152.7 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: near the start (Essex Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (MA 1A / Lynnway): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lynn, MA and Dalton, MA, road signs point toward Logan Airport and Pittsfield.
Logan Airport
8.2 mi in|~14m|via I 90
Pittsfield
135.3 mi in|~2h 45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 152.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 125.6 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.53 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Dalton, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Essex Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (MA 1A / Lynnway): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Boston National Historical Park, Salem Maritime National Historical Park and Adams National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Dalton, MA, but most travelers stay overnight.
