Origin
West Newbury, MA
Morning in West Newbury on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Newbury, 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
41m
Distance
27.8 mi
45 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Newbury, MA
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Lynn, MA
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Trip Overview
West Newbury to Lynn is 27.8 miles and takes about 41 minutes via I-95 and Lynnfield Street, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Northeast Massachusetts drive is a straightforward trip, connecting two points within the same state. It's a relatively short journey, making it ideal for a quick excursion or as part of a larger travel plan. You'll experience a mixed driving profile, so expect some highway time interspersed with local road navigation. The drive is efficient for its distance, designed for direct travel between these two Massachusetts communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 15 mi | 17m |
| Lynnfield Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Ash Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Newbury Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Chestnut Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Essex Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Salem Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 15 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Newbury, MA and Lynn, MA.
1
Start on MA 113
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto Maple Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Maple Street
3
Continue on Maple Street
171 ft
·
3 sec
·
Maple Street
4
Continue on Ash Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Ash Street
5
Continue on Moody Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Moody Street
6
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Main Street
7
Turn left onto Central Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Central Street
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 95 South: Peabody, Boston
9
Merge onto I 95
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 66
Toward US 1 South: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto US 1
195 ft
·
3 sec
·
Newburyport Turnpike
12
Continue on US 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Newbury Street
13
Continue on US 1
512 ft
·
8 sec
·
Broadway
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward MA 129 East: Lynn
15
Continue on this road
231 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
Toward MA 129 East: Lynn
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Turn sharp left onto MA 129
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Salem Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Enter roundabout onto MA 129
105 ft
·
3 sec
·
Lynnfield Street
18
Continue on MA 129
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Lynnfield Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on MA 129
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on MA 129A
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Chestnut Street
21
Turn right onto Essex Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Essex Street
22
Continue on Essex Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Essex Street
23
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
66 ft
·
2 sec
·
Rogers Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Rogers Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 27.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
19.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward US 1 South: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 66
Toward US 1 South: Boston
5
21.9 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward MA 129 East: Lynn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MA 129 East: Lynn
7
22.2 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
MA 129 / Salem Street
Turn sharp left onto MA 129 / Salem Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
27.8 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
Rogers Avenue
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.45 one way
$8.90 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.85 | $9.70 |
| premium | $4.82 | $5.28 | $10.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.14 | $12.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.33 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.43 | $1.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Morning in Lynn on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
41m 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 offers a mixed driving experience, with 54% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 15 miles on I-95, providing a period of consistent, higher-speed travel. As you transition off the interstate, the character of the drive shifts to more local roads like Lynnfield Street and Ash Street, requiring more attention to traffic signals and speed limit changes. This blend means you get a taste of both efficient highway cruising and more involved urban and suburban driving.
54% 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: 15 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 95.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 4.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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.
On the drive from West Newbury, MA to Lynn, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
4.4 mi in
|
~8m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 27.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). 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 15 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 4.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Salem Maritime 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 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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