How far is Saugus, MA from Lynn, MA?
Fastest route
Travel from Saugus, Massachusetts to Lynn, Massachusetts takes approximately 18 minutes and covers a distance of 3.9 miles (6.3 kilometers) via Hamilton St and Boston St.
Directions
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Head south toward Main St (Duration: 10 seconds, Distance: 105 feet)
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Take Hamilton St and Boston St to Lawton Ave in Lynn (Duration: 11 minutes, Distance: 3.4 miles or 5.5 kilometers)
- Turn left onto Main St (Distance: 171 feet)
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Hamilton St (Distance: 1.2 miles)
- Turn left onto Boston St (Distance: 1.5 miles)
- Turn right onto Park St (Distance: 0.1 mile)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Western Ave (Distance: 0.5 mile)
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Follow Lawton Ave to Rogers Ave (Duration: 2 minutes, Distance: 0.5 mile or 0.8 kilometers)
- Turn right onto Lawton Ave (Distance: 0.3 mile)
- Turn right onto Rogers Ave (Distance: 262 feet)
- Turn left to stay on Rogers Ave (Distance: 0.1 mile)
Tips & Suggestions
- Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
- Follow the directions carefully to ensure you stay on the best route.
- Check for any real-time updates or traffic alerts before starting your journey.
- Keep an eye on road signs and landmarks to stay on track.
- Use a GPS or map application for easy navigation.
- Carry some snacks and water for a comfortable trip.
- In case of any unexpected delays, stay patient and drive safely.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 12m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saugus and Lynn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saugus and Lynn.
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Start on Main Street
8 m · 4 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
88 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn slight right onto Central Street
1084 ft · 38 sec · Central Street
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Turn left onto Winter Street
1.6 km · 1 min · Winter Street
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5
Continue on Chestnut Street
150 m · 10 sec · Chestnut Street
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Continue on Ballard Street
1 km · 59 sec · Ballard Street
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Turn left onto Salem Turnpike
673 ft · 19 sec · Salem Turnpike
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Continue on Western Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Western Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Market Square
33 m · 2 sec · Market Square
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Exit the roundabout onto Market Square
838 ft · 14 sec · Market Square
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Continue on South Common Street
2676 ft · 49 sec · South Common Street
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12
Continue on City Hall Square
584 ft · 12 sec · City Hall Square
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Continue on Central Avenue
582 ft · 10 sec · Central Avenue
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14
Turn left onto Liberty Street
1033 ft · 32 sec · Liberty Street
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Turn left onto Essex Street
989 ft · 24 sec · Essex Street
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Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
20 m · 3 sec · Rogers Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rogers Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saugus and Lynn.
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.
Western Avenue
Continue on Western Avenue
1.05 mi · 00h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Saugus and Sunny near Lynn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saugus to Lynn?
The road trip is about 3.8 miles (6.1 km) and usually takes 00h 12m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Swampscott is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.2 miles from Saugus and 1.6 miles from Lynn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.1 miles (5 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.51 one way or $1.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Saugus and Sunny near Lynn.
Stop Ideas Near Swampscott
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Swampscott.
North Station
South Station
Back Bay station
Anderson Regional Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saugus and Lynn. Straight-line distance: 3.09 mi (4.97 km).
#1 Saugus
Town in Massachusetts
| Population | 28,542 |
| Coordinates | 42.4648200, -71.0100500 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lynn
The third most populous city in Essex County, Massachusetts.
| Population | 94,539 |
| Coordinates | 42.4667600, -70.9494900 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rogers Avenue (-70.949598, 42.466669)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $0.51 | $1.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $0.57 | $1.14 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $0.62 | $1.25 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $0.58 | $1.17 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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