How far is East Bridgewater, MA from Cambridge, MA?

The driving distance from East Bridgewater, MA to Cambridge, MA is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
35.78 mi
00h 52m
Flight
24.77 mi
39.86 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
24.77 mi
Kilometers
39.86 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
35.78 mi
Kilometers
57.58 km
Drive Time
00h 52m

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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 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Cambridge
Sat, Apr 18, 4:17 AM EDT
Return by in East Bridgewater
Sat, Apr 18, 5:09 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave East Bridgewater
2026-04-18T03:24
Arrive Cambridge
Sat, Apr 18, 4:17 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:52 AM to 10:52 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:46 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in East Bridgewater
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
Quincy
MA

A city in Norfolk County, Massachusetts.

From East Bridgewater
14.9 mi
00h 26m
To Cambridge
20.9 mi
00h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
61°F
Saturday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph NE
Destination
61°F
Saturday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between East Bridgewater and Cambridge.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Bridgewater and Cambridge.

  1. 1

    Start on Union Street

    41 m · 9 sec · Union Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Bedford Street

    4.4 mi · 8 min · Bedford Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Washington Street

    2755 ft · 47 sec · Washington Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Bedford Street

    3 mi · 5 min · Bedford Street

  5. 5

    Continue on Main Street

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Main Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Main Street

    1070 ft · 18 sec · Main Street

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight right toward MA 3 North: Boston

    2159 ft · 52 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Pilgrims Highway

    4.2 mi · 5 min · Pilgrims Highway

  9. 9

    Continue on I 93 North: Boston

    8.4 mi · 11 min

  10. 10

    Continue on John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

    2.5 mi · 4 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward Storrow Drive

    2408 ft · 59 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on MA 28 North: Leverett Circle, North Station

    635 ft · 16 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on MA 28 North: O'Brien Highway

    65 m · 9 sec

  14. 14

    Continue on Charles River Dam Road

    1802 ft · 1 min · Charles River Dam Road

  15. 15

    Continue on Monsignor O'Brien Highway

    955 ft · 35 sec · Monsignor O'Brien Highway

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Cambridge Street

    1.4 mi · 5 min · Cambridge Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Line Street

    1062 ft · 52 sec · Line Street

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Leonard Avenue

    140 m · 20 sec · Leonard Avenue

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Leonard Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between East Bridgewater and Cambridge.

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
19 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
53.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 93 North
8.41 mi · 24%
Bedford Street
7.38 mi · 21%
Pilgrims Highway
4.15 mi · 12%
Main Street
3.41 mi · 10%
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
2.49 mi · 7%
Cambridge Street
1.42 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

I 93 North

Continue on I 93 North: Boston

8.41 mi · 00h 11m

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
00h 52m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11 mi
24.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Quincy
00h 26m from East Bridgewater
Leave By
4:46 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving East Bridgewater and Mostly Cloudy near Cambridge.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from East Bridgewater to Cambridge?

The road trip is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?

Quincy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.9 miles from East Bridgewater and 20.9 miles from Cambridge.

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

The direct path is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 4:46 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.90 one way or $9.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around East Bridgewater and Mostly Cloudy near Cambridge.

Stop Ideas Near Quincy

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 Quincy and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 10.1 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 10 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
Brockton City Hall
Meeting point 9.5 mi away

Brockton City Hall

Brockton , MA
45 School St, Brockton, MA 02301
Rating 3.9/5 54 reviews City Hall
Boston City Hall
Scenic stop 10.2 mi away

Boston City Hall

Boston , MA
1 City Hall Square #500, Boston, MA 02201
Rating 3.8/5 272 reviews City Hall,Local government office,Tourist attraction

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Quincy.

RAIL

Back Bay station

12 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.
RAIL

South Station

12 mi away
2 South Station
RAIL

Route 128 station

13 mi away
50 University Ave
RAIL

North Station

13 mi away
100 Legends Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between East Bridgewater and Cambridge. Straight-line distance: 24.77 mi (39.86 km).

East Bridgewater

#1 East Bridgewater

City in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States of America

Population14,554
Coordinates42.0334300, -70.9592100
Altitude22
CountryUnited States
Cambridge

#2 Cambridge

The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.

Population119,192
Coordinates42.3751000, -71.1056100
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
Start: Union Street (-70.959047, 42.033304)
End: Leonard Avenue (-71.105735, 42.375115)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 58 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 11m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.26 gal
4.78 L · about $4.90
Round trip
$9.80
2.52 gal · 9.56 L
Estimated CO2
11.2 kg one way
Round trip: 22.4 kg / 49 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $4.90 $9.80
Mid-grade $4.40 $5.54 $11.08
Premium $4.80 $6.05 $12.09
Diesel $4.49 $5.65 $11.31

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 18, 2026

There is no time difference between East Bridgewater and Cambridge. The current time is 03:24:54.

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.