Origin
Lynn, MA
Late night in Lynn on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lynn, MA to North Pembroke, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
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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North Pembroke, MA
Erik Mclean
Trip Overview
This 38.1-mile drive from Lynn, MA, to North Pembroke, MA, is a manageable journey that can easily be completed in under an hour, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend about 56 minutes on the road, navigating primarily via MA 3 and the Southeast Expressway, including a segment over the Tobin Bridge. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $6, this route offers a straightforward way to travel within the Northeast region of Massachusetts. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and potentially some local road transitions, so be prepared for varied driving conditions. Given its short length and single-day feasibility, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MA 3 | 11.1 mi | 14m |
| Southeast Expressway | 8 mi | 10m |
| Tobin Bridge | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Washington Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Broadway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Salem Turnpike | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Columbia Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Northeast Expressway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
MA 3
— 11.1 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lynn, MA and North Pembroke, 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
·
55 sec
·
North Common Street
4
Continue on Market Square
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Market Square
5
Enter roundabout onto MA 107
278 ft
·
4 sec
·
Western Avenue
6
Continue on MA 107
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on MA 107
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Salem Turnpike
8
Continue on MA 107
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
9
Turn slight right onto MA 60; MA 107
328 ft
·
11 sec
·
Albert J Brown Circle
10
Turn slight right onto MA 107
148 ft
·
5 sec
·
Broadway
11
Continue on MA 107
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway
12
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
13
Merge onto MA 16
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Revere Beach Parkway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, Boston
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto US 1
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 1
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Tobin Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 3
11 mi
·
14 min
·
MA 3
Exit 7
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
Use the slight left lane.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 32
Toward MA 53, MA 123: Hanover, Norwell
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn right onto MA 53
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Street
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on MA 53
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Columbia Road
22
Continue on MA 53; MA 139
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
23
Turn left onto Water Street
136 ft
·
6 sec
·
Water Street
24
Arrive at destination
Water Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Lynn, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 32.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MA 107 / Western Avenue
Enter roundabout onto MA 107 / Western Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
6.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, Boston
5
6.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 1 / Northeast Expressway
Merge onto US 1 / Northeast Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
21.7 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
MA 3
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 3 toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
8
32.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward MA 53, MA 123: Hanover, Norwell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 32
Toward MA 53, MA 123: Hanover, Norwell
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.10 one way
$12.20 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.65 | $13.30 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.23 | $14.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
North Pembroke, MA
Late night in North Pembroke on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
6 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
56m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 59% of the drive taking place on major roadways like MA 3 and the Southeast Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.1 miles on MA 3, offering a good period of consistent speed. As you transition, the road profile is described as 'mixed,' indicating you'll likely experience a combination of faster-paced highway driving and potentially some slower sections as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll need to adjust your speed and awareness throughout the roughly 56-minute trip.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.1 mi on MA 3.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 0.9 miles in near MA 107 / Western Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 38.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (MA 107 / Western Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.6 miles (US 1 / Northeast Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 North Pembroke, MA, road signs point toward Boston and Norwell.
Boston
6.3 mi in
|
~10m
Norwell
32.8 mi in
|
~47m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 38.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). 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 11.1 miles on MA 3. 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 North Pembroke, 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 0.9 miles (MA 107 / Western Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.6 miles (US 1 / Northeast Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, Boston 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 North Pembroke, 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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