How far is Hingham, MA from Waltham, MA?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Hingham, Massachusetts, to Waltham, Massachusetts, covering a distance of approximately 25.4 miles (40.8 kilometers) via I-90 W. The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 14 minutes. This route may have heavier traffic than usual, and it also includes tolls.
Directions
- Head southwest on South St toward Central St. 🧭
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Central St. 🚦
- Take a slight right onto Lincoln St and continue on MA-3A N to Quincy. 🛣️
- At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto Washington St. 🚗
- Turn right onto Southern Artery, pass by Meineke Car Care Center. 🚙
- Follow Quincy Shore Dr to Hancock St/Neponset Ave. 🏞️
- Take I-93 N and I-90 W to Washington St in Newton. Take exit 127 from I-90 W. 🛣️🏙️
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider traveling during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
- 💰 Keep some cash handy for the tolls along the route.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- ☕ Plan a short break for refreshments and stretching, especially if it's a long trip.
- 🗺️ Use a navigation app to stay updated on traffic conditions and road closures.
- 🕰️ Check the weather forecast before starting your journey and be prepared for any adverse conditions.
- 🚙 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition and has been recently checked for any maintenance issues.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hingham and Waltham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hingham and Waltham.
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Start on South Street
15 m · 6 sec · South Street
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Turn right onto Central Street
65 m · 7 sec · Central Street
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Turn left onto North Street
73 m · 5 sec · North Street
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Turn slight right onto Lincoln Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Lincoln Street
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Turn slight right
51 m · 5 sec
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Continue on Lincoln Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Street
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Continue on Bridge Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · Bridge Street
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Continue on Fore River Bridge
1768 ft · 2 min · Fore River Bridge
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Continue on Washington Street
142 m · 8 sec · Washington Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Washington Street
58 m · 3 sec · Washington Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Washington Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Washington Street
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Continue on Hancock Street
1335 ft · 34 sec · Hancock Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Adams Street
1385 ft · 43 sec · Adams Street
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Turn right onto Newport Avenue
2.3 mi · 5 min · Newport Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Hancock Street
1349 ft · 33 sec · Hancock Street
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Continue on Neponset Avenue
1144 ft · 20 sec · Neponset Avenue
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Merge slight left onto William T. Morrissey Boulevard
75 m · 6 sec · William T. Morrissey Boulevard
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Take the exit straight toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
1426 ft · 35 sec
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19
Merge slight left onto Southeast Expressway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Southeast Expressway
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Continue on John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
998 ft · 19 sec · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward South Station, Airport
2666 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on South Station
2265 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
77 m · 15 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Albany Street
11 m · 1 sec · Albany Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 90 West: Mass Pike, Worcester
1206 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
6.1 mi · 9 min · Massachusetts Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Newton, Watertown
1725 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Watertown
82 m · 9 sec
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Turn slight right onto Centre Street
611 ft · 23 sec · Centre Street
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Continue on Galen Street
2502 ft · 58 sec · Galen Street
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Turn sharp left onto Main Street
2.9 mi · 6 min · 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 Hingham 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.
Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
6.1 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hingham and Chance Rain Showers near Waltham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hingham to Waltham?
The road trip is about 33 miles (53.1 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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 12.2 miles from Hingham and 20.8 miles from Waltham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.51 one way or $9.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hingham and Chance Rain Showers near Waltham.
Stop Ideas Near South Boston
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cocobeet - Boston
Boston's Old City Hall
Cambridge City Hall
City Hall Plaza
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Boston.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hingham and Waltham. Straight-line distance: 19.97 mi (32.14 km).
#1 Hingham
Town in Massachusetts, United States
| Population | 24,720 |
| Coordinates | 42.2417700, -70.8897700 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| 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: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $4.51 | $9.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $5.10 | $10.20 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $5.57 | $11.13 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $5.21 | $10.41 |
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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