How far is Medford, MA from Cambridge, MA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Medford and Cambridge is 2.99 miles (4.82 km).
Flight distance from Medford, MA to Cambridge, MA is 2.99 miles. Estimated flight time is .
Driving distance
The driving distance from Medford, Massachusetts to Cambridge, Massachusetts is: 4.45 miles (7.16 km) by car.
Driving from Medford to Cambridge will take approximately 00 hours 14 minutes.
#1 Medford
The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is located in the Greater Boston metropolitan area. Medford is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Medford Historical Society and the Medford Arts Center.
| Population | 60847 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°25'6"N 71°6'22"W |
| Latitude | 42.4184300 |
| Longitude | -71.1061600 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cambridge
The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is located on the Charles River in eastern Massachusetts. Cambridge is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
| Population | 119192 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°22'30"N 71°6'20"W |
| Latitude | 42.3751000 |
| Longitude | -71.1056100 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Cambridge: Leonard Avenue (-71.105735,42.375115)
Estimated Travel Time Between Medford and Cambridge
The distance between Medford and Cambridge is 7 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 04 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Medford and Cambridge. The current time is 16:08:42.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 08 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 05 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 04 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 03 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 03 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 03 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 0.59 liters (0.16 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Medford and Cambridge.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Medford to Cambridge is $0.56 (diesel $0.7).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $0.56 | $0.65 | $0.71 | $0.7 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Massachusetts ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.591 (Diesel $4.488) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Medford and Cambridge (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
