How far is Salem, MA from Waltham, MA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Salem and Waltham is 19.9 miles (32.03 km).
Flight distance from Salem, MA to Waltham, MA is 19.9 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Salem, Massachusetts to Waltham, Massachusetts is: 29.35 miles (47.23 km) by car.
Driving from Salem to Waltham will take approximately 00 hours 44 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 Waltham
A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is located in the Greater Boston metropolitan area. Waltham is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Waltham Heritage State Park and the Waltham History Museum.
| Population | 62069 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°22'35"N 71°14'8"W |
| Latitude | 42.3764900 |
| Longitude | -71.2356100 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Waltham: Main Street (-71.235588,42.376412)
Estimated Travel Time Between Salem and Waltham
The distance between Salem and Waltham is 47 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 31 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 Waltham. The current time is 04:12:01.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.92 liters (1.04 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salem and Waltham.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salem to Waltham is $3.72 (diesel $4.65).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $3.72 | $4.3 | $4.65 | $4.65 |
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 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Salem and Waltham (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
