Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norwell, MA
Efstathios Selimis
Lynn, MA
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This 36.4-mile journey from Norwell, MA to Lynn, MA is a straightforward, single-day trip that should take about 54 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes Pilgrims Highway, MA 3, and Broadway, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $6, this drive is quite economical. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it's an ideal option for a quick excursion or a segment of a larger Massachusetts road trip. You'll be traveling entirely within the Northeast region, staying within the state of Massachusetts for the entire duration.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Highway | 10.7 mi | 13m |
| MA 3 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Broadway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| US 1 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Salem Turnpike | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Western Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Norwell, MA and Lynn, MA.
Start on MA 123
Continue on MA 123
Turn left onto MA 53
Take the ramp
Merge onto MA 3
Continue on MA 3
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
Take the exit
Turn right onto Fourth Street
Continue on Fourth Street
Turn straight onto Hawthorn Street
Continue on Broadway
Continue on MA 107
Merge onto MA 60; MA 107
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 107
Turn slight right onto MA 107
Continue on MA 107
Continue on MA 107
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
Continue on Market Square
Continue on South Common Street
Continue on City Hall Square
Continue on Central Avenue
Turn left onto Liberty Street
Turn left onto Essex Street
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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.
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Norwell, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.5 and 31.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward MA 3 North: Braintree, Boston
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 toward US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, Revere
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Fourth Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 107 / Albert J Brown Circle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$5.83 one way
$11.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.35 | $12.71 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $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: 12.7 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 | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Norwell on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Lynn on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Chance Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a driving experience that's a blend of highway speeds and local road navigation, with 44% of the journey on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 10.7 miles along Pilgrims Highway. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift from more open roadways to potentially more built-up areas as you approach your destination. This mixed profile means you'll experience varying traffic patterns and speed limits throughout the 54-minute trip.
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 3.5 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 36.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles (MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.1 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
155 ft
Total Descent
201 ft
Highest Point
153 ft
~7.8 mi in
Elevation Range
144 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Norwell, MA and Lynn, MA, road signs point toward Boston and Revere.
Boston
Revere
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 36.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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