How far is Cohasset, MA from Lynn, MA?

The driving distance from Cohasset, MA to Lynn, MA is about 37.5 miles (60.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Road
37.5 mi
01h 01m
Flight
17.24 mi
27.74 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
17.24 mi
Kilometers
27.74 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
37.5 mi
Kilometers
60.35 km
Drive Time
01h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lynn
Thu, Apr 23, 8:29 AM EDT
Return by in Cohasset
Thu, Apr 23, 9:30 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Cohasset
2026-04-23T07:27
Arrive Lynn
Thu, Apr 23, 8:29 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:01 AM to 11:01 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:28 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Cohasset
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
South Boston
MA

This historic Boston neighborhood, often called "Southie," is situated south of downtown Boston and the Fort Point Channel, with Dorchester Bay to its east and south.

From Cohasset
15.7 mi
00h 30m
To Lynn
21.8 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
61°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph NW
Destination
62°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Cohasset and Lynn.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cohasset and Lynn.

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto King Street

    1309 ft · 30 sec · King Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Chief Justice Cushing Highway

    1.3 km · 1 min · Chief Justice Cushing Highway

  4. 4

    Continue on Justice Cushing Way

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Justice Cushing Way

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Rotary Circle

    108 m · 6 sec · Summer Street

  6. 6

    Exit the rotary onto Summer Street

    861 ft · 17 sec · Summer Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Otis Street

    3070 ft · 1 min · Otis Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Broad Cove Road

    3134 ft · 55 sec · Broad Cove Road

  9. 9

    Continue on Lincoln Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Street

  10. 10

    Continue on Bridge Street

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Bridge Street

  11. 11

    Continue on Fore River Bridge

    1768 ft · 2 min · Fore River Bridge

  12. 12

    Continue on Washington Street

    142 m · 8 sec · Washington Street

  13. 13

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Washington Street

    58 m · 3 sec · Washington Street

  14. 14

    Exit the roundabout onto Washington Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Washington Street

  15. 15

    Continue on Hancock Street

    1335 ft · 34 sec · Hancock Street

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on Adams Street

    1385 ft · 43 sec · Adams Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Newport Avenue

    2.3 mi · 5 min · Newport Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn slight left onto Hancock Street

    1349 ft · 33 sec · Hancock Street

  19. 19

    Continue on Neponset Avenue

    1144 ft · 20 sec · Neponset Avenue

  20. 20

    Merge slight left onto William T. Morrissey Boulevard

    75 m · 6 sec · William T. Morrissey Boulevard

  21. 21

    Take the exit straight toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

    1426 ft · 35 sec

  22. 22

    Merge slight left onto Southeast Expressway

    3.3 mi · 4 min · Southeast Expressway

  23. 23

    Continue on John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

    3.2 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

  24. 24

    Keep slight left to continue on US 1 North: Tobin Bridge, Revere

    2.6 mi · 4 min

  25. 25

    Take the exit slight right toward Fourth Street

    84 m · 9 sec

  26. 26

    Turn right onto Fourth Street

    607 ft · 22 sec · Fourth Street

  27. 27

    Continue on Fourth Street

    32 m · 5 sec · Fourth Street

  28. 28

    Turn straight onto Hawthorn Street

    616 ft · 10 sec · Hawthorn Street

  29. 29

    Continue on Broadway

    2.5 mi · 4 min · Broadway

  30. 30

    Continue on Broadway

    48 m · 5 sec · Broadway

  31. 31

    Merge slight left onto Albert J Brown Circle

    16 m · 2 sec · Albert J Brown Circle

  32. 32

    Keep slight left to continue on Albert J Brown Circle

    72 m · 8 sec · Albert J Brown Circle

  33. 33

    Turn slight right onto Broadway

    1.2 km · 1 min · Broadway

  34. 34

    Continue on Salem Turnpike

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Salem Turnpike

  35. 35

    Continue on Western Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · Western Avenue

  36. 36

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Market Square

    33 m · 2 sec · Market Square

  37. 37

    Exit the roundabout onto Market Square

    838 ft · 14 sec · Market Square

  38. 38

    Continue on South Common Street

    2676 ft · 49 sec · South Common Street

  39. 39

    Continue on City Hall Square

    584 ft · 12 sec · City Hall Square

  40. 40

    Continue on Central Avenue

    582 ft · 10 sec · Central Avenue

  41. 41

    Turn left onto Liberty Street

    1033 ft · 32 sec · Liberty Street

  42. 42

    Turn left onto Essex Street

    989 ft · 24 sec · Essex Street

  43. 43

    Turn right onto Rogers Avenue

    20 m · 3 sec · Rogers Avenue

  44. 44

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Rogers Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Cohasset and Lynn.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
44 steps
17 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
11
3 merges, 8 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
117.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Southeast Expressway
3.28 mi · 9%
Broadway
3.24 mi · 9%
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
3.19 mi · 9%
US 1 North
2.62 mi · 7%
Newport Avenue
2.27 mi · 6%
Justice Cushing Way
1.91 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

Southeast Expressway

Merge slight left onto Southeast Expressway

3.28 mi · 00h 04m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 01m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.3 mi
17.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
South Boston
00h 30m from Cohasset
Leave By
4:28 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Cohasset and Partly Sunny near Lynn.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Cohasset to Lynn?

The road trip is about 37.5 miles (60.3 km) and usually takes 01h 01m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

South Boston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Cohasset and 21.8 miles from Lynn.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.13 one way or $10.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Cohasset and Partly Sunny near Lynn.

Stop Ideas Near South Boston

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around South Boston and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 3.9 mi away

Cocobeet - Boston

Boston , MA
100 City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02108
Rating 4.4/5 198 reviews Health food restaurant,Juice shop,Raw food restaurant,Vegan restaurant
Boston's Old City Hall
Scenic stop 3.8 mi away

Boston's Old City Hall

Boston , MA
45 School St, Boston, MA 02108, United States
Rating 4.6/5 346 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical landmark
Cambridge City Hall
Meeting point 5.2 mi away

Cambridge City Hall

Cambridge , MA
795 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Rating 4.4/5 47 reviews City Hall,City government office
City Hall Plaza
Scenic stop 3.9 mi away

City Hall Plaza

Boston , MA
1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA 02203
Rating 4.4/5 208 reviews City park

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Boston.

Transit stop coverage is not ready for this midpoint yet.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Cohasset and Lynn. Straight-line distance: 17.24 mi (27.74 km).

Cohasset

#1 Cohasset

City in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States of America

Population8,529
Coordinates42.2417700, -70.8036500
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Lynn

#2 Lynn

The third most populous city in Essex County, Massachusetts.

Population94,539
Coordinates42.4667600, -70.9494900
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Start: North Main Street (-70.803022, 42.241969)
End: Rogers Avenue (-70.949598, 42.466669)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 60 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 14m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 56m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 37m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 32m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 28m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.32 gal
5.01 L · about $5.13
Round trip
$10.27
2.64 gal · 10.02 L
Estimated CO2
11.7 kg one way
Round trip: 23.5 kg / 52 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $5.13 $10.27
Mid-grade $4.40 $5.80 $11.61
Premium $4.80 $6.33 $12.67
Diesel $4.49 $5.92 $11.85

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Massachusetts · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Cohasset and Lynn. The current time is 07:27:51.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.