How far is Canton, MA from Waltham, MA?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Canton, Massachusetts to Waltham, Massachusetts, which is approximately 21.1 miles (34 kilometers) long via I-95 W. The estimated travel time is around 32 minutes.
Directions
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Take I-93 S/US-1 S from Washington St: Head southeast toward Washington St, then turn left onto Washington St. After that, merge onto I-93 S/US-1 S toward Dedham 1-95.
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Continue on I-95 W: Stay on I-95 W until you reach MA-30 W in Weston. Take exit 39A-B from I-95 W.
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Take exit 39A-B for MA-30 W: Follow the signs for MA-30 W.
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Use River Rd, South St, and Charles St: Follow MA-30 W and take River Rd, South St, and Charles St to Main St in Waltham.
Tips & Suggestions
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🚗 Plan Ahead: Check the traffic conditions and plan your departure accordingly to avoid potential delays.
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🛣️ Optimize Route: Utilize I-95 W, the fastest route, to save time.
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⛽ Fuel Up: Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
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🚧 Check Road Closures: Before you set off, verify for any road closures or construction updates that may affect your route.
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🕑 Allow Extra Time: Consider adding extra time to your travel plans in case of unexpected delays.
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🗺️ GPS Navigation: Use a reliable GPS navigation app to help you stay on track throughout your journey.
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☕ Take Breaks: If the trip is long, take short breaks to stretch your legs and stay refreshed during the drive.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 30m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Massachusetts
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Canton and Waltham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton and Waltham.
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Start on the route
15 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
26 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
54 m · 15 sec
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Turn right onto Washington Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Washington Street
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Turn left onto Dedham Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · Dedham Street
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Continue on Canton Street
714 ft · 14 sec · Canton Street
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Turn right onto University Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · University Avenue
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Take the ramp straight
931 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway
10.6 mi · 14 min · Yankee Division Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Grove Street
155 m · 14 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Grove Street, MBTA Station, Auburndale
131 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto Grove Street
2851 ft · 1 min · Grove Street
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Continue on Grove Street
2089 ft · 44 sec · Grove Street
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Continue on Grove Street
46 m · 5 sec · Grove Street
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Continue on Auburn Street
95 m · 6 sec · Auburn Street
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Continue on Lexington Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lexington Street
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Continue on Moody Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Moody Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
125 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Canton and Waltham.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Yankee Division Highway
Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway
10.6 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Canton and Partly Sunny near Waltham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Canton to Waltham?
The road trip is about 19.6 miles (31.6 km) and usually takes 00h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Needham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.4 miles from Canton and 10.2 miles from Waltham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.8 miles (25.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.68 one way or $5.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Canton and Partly Sunny near Waltham.
Stop Ideas Near Needham
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cocobeet - Boston
Boston's Old City Hall
Cambridge City Hall
Shoppers World
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Needham.
Route 128 station
Framingham station
Back Bay station
South Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Canton and Waltham. Straight-line distance: 15.76 mi (25.37 km).
#1 Canton
Town in Massachusetts, United States
| Population | 24,029 |
| Coordinates | 42.1584300, -71.1447700 |
| Altitude | 35 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waltham
A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
| Population | 62,069 |
| Coordinates | 42.3764900, -71.2356100 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-71.235588, 42.376412)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $2.68 | $5.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $3.03 | $6.07 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $3.31 | $6.62 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $3.10 | $6.19 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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