How far is Newton, MA from Boxford, MA?

The estimated driving distance from Newton, MA to Boxford, MA is about 33.6 miles (54 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 24.9 miles (40 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Road
33.59 mi
00h 51m · estimated
Flight
24.87 mi
40.03 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
24.87 mi
Kilometers
40.03 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
33.59 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
54.05 km
Drive Time
00h 51m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 51m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Boxford
Fri, Apr 10, 11:34 AM EDT
Return by in Newton
Fri, Apr 10, 12:25 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Newton
2026-04-10T10:42
Arrive Boxford
Fri, Apr 10, 11:34 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 51m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:51 AM to 10:51 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:48 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Newton
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
Stoneham
MA

Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts

From Newton
12.4 mi
00h 25m
To Boxford
21.1 mi
00h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
35°F
Overnight

Patchy Fog

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 5:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 mph SW
Destination
67°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between Newton and Boxford.

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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 51m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.7 mi
24.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Stoneham
00h 25m from Newton
Leave By
4:48 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Patchy Fog leaving Newton and Sunny near Boxford.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Newton to Boxford?

The road trip is about 33.6 miles (54 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?

Stoneham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.4 miles from Newton and 21.1 miles from Boxford.

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

The direct path is about 24.9 miles (40 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 4:48 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.63 one way or $9.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Newton and Sunny near Boxford.

Stop Ideas Near Stoneham

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 Stoneham and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 9.9 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
Salem City Hall
Meeting point 10.7 mi away

Salem City Hall

Salem , MA
93 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970
Rating 4.2/5 84 reviews City Hall,City government office
City Hall Plaza
Scenic stop 9.9 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 Stoneham.

RAIL

Anderson Regional Transportation Center

5 mi away
100 Atlantic Ave.
RAIL

North Station

13 mi away
100 Legends Way
RAIL

South Station

15 mi away
2 South Station
RAIL

Back Bay station

15 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Newton and Boxford. Straight-line distance: 24.87 mi (40.03 km).

Newton

#1 Newton

The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.

Population87,803
Coordinates42.3370400, -71.2092200
Altitude30
CountryUnited States
Boxford

#2 Boxford

City in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States of America

Population8,331
Coordinates42.6612000, -70.9967200
Altitude31
CountryUnited States
Start: Newton (-71.20922, 42.33704)
End: Boxford (-70.99672, 42.6612)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 54 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.19 gal
4.49 L · about $4.63
Round trip
$9.26
2.38 gal · 8.98 L
Estimated CO2
10.6 kg one way
Round trip: 21.2 kg / 47 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $4.63 $9.26
Mid-grade $4.40 $5.23 $10.46
Premium $4.80 $5.71 $11.42
Diesel $4.49 $5.34 $10.68

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 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Newton and Boxford. The current time is 10:42:35.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.