Origin
Lynn, MA
Late night in Lynn on Tuesday
Local time
5:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
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Trip from Lynn, MA to Granby, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
99.4 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
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6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lynn, MA
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Granby, MA
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Trip Overview
Lynn, MA to Granby, MA is 99.4 miles and takes about 2h 12m via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, beginning in the Northeast region and ending in the same area. Given its primarily highway profile and manageable distance, this route is a straightforward option for a single-day trip. You can expect a consistent driving experience for most of the way, making it a practical choice when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Lynn, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 81.4 mi | 1h 37m |
| North Shore Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Ted Williams Tunnel | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Fuller Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Rood Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| McClellan Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Lee Burbank Highway | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 81.4 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lynn, MA and Granby, MA.
1
Start on Rogers Avenue
66 ft
·
3 sec
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Rogers Avenue
2
Turn right onto Essex Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Essex Street
3
Continue on North Common Street
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
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North Common Street
4
Turn left
75 ft
·
2 sec
5
Turn left onto Market Square
273 ft
·
10 sec
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Market Square
6
Turn right onto Commercial Street
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Commercial Street
7
Turn right onto MA 1A
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Lynnway
8
Continue on MA 1A
2.6 mi
·
4 min
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North Shore Road
9
Enter roundabout onto MA 1A
108 ft
·
1 sec
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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
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MA 1A
12
Continue on MA 1A
215 ft
·
7 sec
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MA 1A
13
Merge onto MA 1A
53 ft
·
1 sec
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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
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East Boston Expressway
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Massachusetts Turnpike
Toward I 90 Toll West: Williams Tunnel, Logan Airport
Use 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
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 54
Toward MA 21: Ludlow, Belchertown
22
Turn right onto MA 21
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Center Street
23
Turn left onto Rood Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Rood Street
24
Continue on Fuller Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Fuller Street
25
Turn right onto West Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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West Street
26
Continue on South Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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South Street
27
Continue on Ferry Hill Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Ferry Hill Road
28
Turn right onto US 202
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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State Street
29
Arrive at destination
US 202
Trip Plan
For this 2h 12m drive, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour traffic, especially as you approach your destination. Since the total distance is under 100 miles and the fuel cost is estimated at just $16, you won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops. The 81.4-mile stretch on the Massachusetts Turnpike means you can cover a lot of ground before needing to navigate more local roads. Plan to take a short break before you exit the turnpike to transition smoothly into the final leg of your trip.
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 49.7 miles from Lynn, MA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.4 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 22 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 1h 5m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Granby, 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 99.4 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Lynn, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 81.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.7 miles from Lynn, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Massachusetts Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.4 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 91.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Essex Street
Turn right onto Essex Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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MA 1A / Lynnway
Turn right onto MA 1A / Lynnway
Navigation decision point
8
8.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
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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
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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
91.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward MA 21: Ludlow, Belchertown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 54
Toward MA 21: Ludlow, Belchertown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.91 one way
$31.82 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $17.35 | $34.70 |
| premium | $4.82 | $18.87 | $37.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.88
Massachusetts Turnpike
(81.4 mi)
$4.88
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
$16
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 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 | 29.8 | 0 | $10.44 | $4.77 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.70 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.92 | $6.36 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Granby, MA
Late night in Granby on Tuesday
Local time
5:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
4 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 12m 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 route is predominantly highway, with 83% of the drive on major roadways. You'll spend the longest stretch, 81.4 miles, on the Massachusetts Turnpike. After this significant highway segment, you'll transition to surface roads like North Shore Road and West Street for the remainder of the trip. Expect a noticeable change in pace and traffic density as you exit the turnpike and enter more local driving conditions.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.4 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and North Shore Road. 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 Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 99.4 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
761 ft
8 ft
Total Climb
846 ft
Total Descent
569 ft
Highest Point
761 ft
~63.9 mi in
Elevation Range
753 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Granby, MA, road signs point toward Logan Airport and Belchertown.
Logan Airport
8.2 mi in
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~14m
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via I 90
Belchertown
91.1 mi in
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~1h 54m
About the Cities
Starting in Lynn, MA
Full guide →Lynn is a city in Massachusetts north of Boston with a population of about 101,000 in 2020.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 99.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m 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 81.4 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.88 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 Granby, 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: 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. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Granby, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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