How far is Lynn, MA from Hingham, MA?

The driving distance from Lynn, MA to Hingham, MA is about 27.3 miles (44 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 15.8 miles (25.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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
27.33 mi
00h 47m
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
27.33 mi
Kilometers
43.99 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hingham
Sat, May 2, 9:45 PM EDT
Return by in Lynn
Sat, May 2, 10:32 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lynn
2026-05-02T20:58
Arrive Hingham
Sat, May 2, 9:45 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:56 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lynn
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 Lynn
13.7 mi
00h 23m
To Hingham
13.7 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph W
Destination
57°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 10 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Rogers Avenue

    20 m · 4 sec · Rogers Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Essex Street

    1090 ft · 23 sec · Essex Street

  3. 3

    Continue on North Common Street

    3141 ft · 55 sec · North Common Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Market Square

    640 ft · 11 sec · Market Square

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Western Avenue

    85 m · 4 sec · Western Avenue

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout onto Western Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · Western Avenue

  7. 7

    Continue on Salem Turnpike

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Salem Turnpike

  8. 8

    Continue on Broadway

    1.2 km · 1 min · Broadway

  9. 9

    Turn slight right onto Albert J Brown Circle

    100 m · 11 sec · Albert J Brown Circle

  10. 10

    Turn slight right onto Broadway

    45 m · 5 sec · Broadway

  11. 11

    Continue on Broadway

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Broadway

  12. 12

    Turn right

    1282 ft · 24 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Revere Beach Parkway

    1477 ft · 36 sec · Revere Beach Parkway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward US 1 South: Tobin Bridge, Boston

    1223 ft · 30 sec

  15. 15

    Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Northeast Expressway

  16. 16

    Continue on Tobin Bridge

    5.8 mi · 9 min · Tobin Bridge

  17. 17

    Continue on Southeast Expressway

    3.8 mi · 5 min · Southeast Expressway

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 3A South: Neponset, Quincy

    1146 ft · 39 sec

  19. 19

    Merge slight left onto Gallivan Boulevard

    624 ft · 8 sec · Gallivan Boulevard

  20. 20

    Take the exit straight

    1514 ft · 32 sec

  21. 21

    Keep slight right to continue on Hancock Street

    1038 ft · 26 sec · Hancock Street

  22. 22

    Turn slight right onto Newport Avenue Extension

    2.3 mi · 5 min · Newport Avenue Extension

  23. 23

    Turn left onto Adams Street

    1385 ft · 41 sec · Adams Street

  24. 24

    Turn straight onto Hancock Street

    1335 ft · 34 sec · Hancock Street

  25. 25

    Continue on Washington Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Washington Street

  26. 26

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Washington Street

    67 m · 4 sec · Washington Street

  27. 27

    Exit the roundabout onto Washington Street

    138 m · 8 sec · Washington Street

  28. 28

    Continue on Fore River Bridge

    1767 ft · 2 min · Fore River Bridge

  29. 29

    Continue on Bridge Street

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Bridge Street

  30. 30

    Continue on Lincoln Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Street

  31. 31

    Continue on Lincoln Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · Lincoln Street

  32. 32

    Turn right onto Central Street

    65 m · 12 sec · Central Street

  33. 33

    Turn left onto South Street

    15 m · 2 sec · South Street

  34. 34

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Street

Car Route Details

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

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
34 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
3 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
124.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Tobin Bridge
5.79 mi · 21%
Southeast Expressway
3.82 mi · 14%
Lincoln Street
2.33 mi · 9%
Newport Avenue Extension
2.28 mi · 8%
Broadway
2.02 mi · 7%
Bridge Street
1.73 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

Tobin Bridge

Continue on Tobin Bridge

5.79 mi · 00h 09m

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 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.5 mi
15.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
South Boston
00h 23m from Lynn
Leave By
4:56 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Lynn and Mostly Sunny near Hingham.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 27.3 miles (44 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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 13.7 miles from Lynn and 13.7 miles from Hingham.

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 11.5 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 4:56 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.73 one way or $7.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lynn and Mostly Sunny near Hingham.

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 1.7 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 1.6 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 1.8 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 Lynn and Hingham. Straight-line distance: 15.84 mi (25.49 km).

Lynn

#1 Lynn

The third most populous city in Essex County, Massachusetts.

Population94,539
Coordinates42.4667600, -70.9494900
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Hingham

#2 Hingham

Town in Massachusetts, United States

Population24,720
Coordinates42.2417700, -70.8897700
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
Start: Lynn (-70.94949, 42.46676)
End: Hingham (-70.88977, 42.24177)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 44 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 54m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 41m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 20m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.96 gal
3.65 L · about $3.73
Round trip
$7.47
1.92 gal · 7.3 L
Estimated CO2
8.5 kg one way
Round trip: 17.1 kg / 38 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $3.73 $7.47
Mid-grade $4.40 $4.22 $8.44
Premium $4.80 $4.61 $9.21
Diesel $4.49 $4.31 $8.62

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 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Lynn and Hingham. The current time is 20:58:25.

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.