How far is Salem, MA from Cambridge, MA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Salem and Cambridge is 14.6 miles (23.49 km).
Flight distance from Salem, MA to Cambridge, MA is 14.6 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Salem, Massachusetts to Cambridge, Massachusetts is: 25.06 miles (40.33 km) by car.
Driving from Salem to Cambridge will take approximately 00 hours 41 minutes.
#1 Salem
The capital of Massachusetts. It is located on the North River in the northeastern part of the state. Salem is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Salem Witch Museum and the Salem Maritime National Historic Site.
| Population | 43581 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°31'10"N 70°53'48"W |
| Latitude | 42.5195400 |
| Longitude | -70.8967200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| 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 Salem and Cambridge
The distance between Salem and Cambridge is 40 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 26 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 Salem and Cambridge. The current time is 22:48:23.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.35 liters (0.88 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salem and Cambridge.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salem to Cambridge is $3.18 (diesel $3.97).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $3.18 | $3.68 | $3.97 | $3.97 |
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 Salem and Cambridge (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
