How far is Hingham, MA from Lynn, MA?

The driving distance from Hingham, MA to Lynn, MA is about 33.3 miles (53.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 15.8 miles (25.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
33.32 mi
00h 53m
Flight
15.84 mi
25.49 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
15.84 mi
Kilometers
25.49 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
33.32 mi
Kilometers
53.63 km
Drive Time
00h 53m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lynn
Sat, May 2, 8:43 PM EDT
Return by in Hingham
Sat, May 2, 9:36 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hingham
2026-05-02T19:49
Arrive Lynn
Sat, May 2, 8:43 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 53m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:54 AM to 10:54 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:42 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hingham
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 Hingham
13.2 mi
00h 26m
To Lynn
20.1 mi
00h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 10 mph W
Destination
59°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Street

    15 m · 4 sec · South Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Central Street

    65 m · 5 sec · Central Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto North Street

    73 m · 5 sec · North Street

  4. 4

    Turn slight right onto Lincoln Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · Lincoln Street

  5. 5

    Turn slight right

    51 m · 5 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on Lincoln Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Bridge Street

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Bridge Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Fore River Bridge

    1768 ft · 2 min · Fore River Bridge

  9. 9

    Continue on Washington Street

    142 m · 8 sec · Washington Street

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Washington Street

    58 m · 3 sec · Washington Street

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto Washington Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Washington Street

  12. 12

    Continue on Hancock Street

    1335 ft · 34 sec · Hancock Street

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on Adams Street

    1385 ft · 45 sec · Adams Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Newport Avenue

    2.3 mi · 5 min · Newport Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn slight left onto Hancock Street

    1349 ft · 33 sec · Hancock Street

  16. 16

    Continue on Neponset Avenue

    1144 ft · 20 sec · Neponset Avenue

  17. 17

    Merge slight left onto William T. Morrissey Boulevard

    75 m · 6 sec · William T. Morrissey Boulevard

  18. 18

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

    1426 ft · 35 sec

  19. 19

    Merge slight left onto Southeast Expressway

    3.3 mi · 4 min · Southeast Expressway

  20. 20

    Continue on John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

    3.2 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

  21. 21

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

    2.6 mi · 4 min

  22. 22

    Take the exit slight right toward Fourth Street

    84 m · 7 sec

  23. 23

    Turn right onto Fourth Street

    607 ft · 18 sec · Fourth Street

  24. 24

    Continue on Fourth Street

    32 m · 3 sec · Fourth Street

  25. 25

    Turn straight onto Hawthorn Street

    616 ft · 10 sec · Hawthorn Street

  26. 26

    Continue on Broadway

    2.5 mi · 4 min · Broadway

  27. 27

    Continue on Broadway

    48 m · 5 sec · Broadway

  28. 28

    Merge slight left onto Albert J Brown Circle

    16 m · 2 sec · Albert J Brown Circle

  29. 29

    Keep slight left to continue on Albert J Brown Circle

    72 m · 8 sec · Albert J Brown Circle

  30. 30

    Turn slight right onto Broadway

    1.2 km · 1 min · Broadway

  31. 31

    Continue on Salem Turnpike

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Salem Turnpike

  32. 32

    Continue on Western Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · Western Avenue

  33. 33

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Market Square

    33 m · 2 sec · Market Square

  34. 34

    Exit the roundabout onto Market Square

    838 ft · 14 sec · Market Square

  35. 35

    Continue on South Common Street

    2676 ft · 49 sec · South Common Street

  36. 36

    Continue on City Hall Square

    584 ft · 12 sec · City Hall Square

  37. 37

    Continue on Central Avenue

    582 ft · 10 sec · Central Avenue

  38. 38

    Turn left onto Liberty Street

    1033 ft · 30 sec · Liberty Street

  39. 39

    Turn left onto Essex Street

    989 ft · 24 sec · Essex Street

  40. 40

    Turn right onto Rogers Avenue

    20 m · 3 sec · Rogers Avenue

  41. 41

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Rogers Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hingham 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
41 steps
17 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
3 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
123.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Southeast Expressway
3.28 mi · 10%
Broadway
3.24 mi · 10%
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
3.19 mi · 10%
US 1 North
2.62 mi · 8%
Newport Avenue
2.27 mi · 7%
Lincoln Street
2.26 mi · 7%
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
00h 53m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.5 mi
15.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
South Boston
00h 26m from Hingham
Leave By
4:42 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Hingham and Mostly Sunny near Lynn.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 33.3 miles (53.6 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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 13.2 miles from Hingham and 20.1 miles from Lynn.

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

The direct path is about 15.8 miles (25.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 4:42 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.59 one way or $9.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hingham and Mostly 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 1.6 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 1.5 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 3 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 1.7 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 Hingham and Lynn. Straight-line distance: 15.84 mi (25.49 km).

Hingham

#1 Hingham

Town in Massachusetts, United States

Population24,720
Coordinates42.2417700, -70.8897700
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
Lynn

#2 Lynn

The third most populous city in Essex County, Massachusetts.

Population94,539
Coordinates42.4667600, -70.9494900
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Start: South Street (-70.889828, 42.241866)
End: Rogers Avenue (-70.949598, 42.466669)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 54 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 49m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 24m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.18 gal
4.45 L · about $4.59
Round trip
$9.18
2.36 gal · 8.9 L
Estimated CO2
10.5 kg one way
Round trip: 21 kg / 46 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $4.59 $9.18
Mid-grade $4.40 $5.19 $10.38
Premium $4.80 $5.66 $11.33
Diesel $4.49 $5.30 $10.59

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 · May 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Hingham and Lynn. The current time is 19:49:33.

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.