How far is Wayland, MA from Newton, MA?
Fastest route
The distance from Wayland, Massachusetts to Newton, Massachusetts is approximately 10.6 miles (17 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 25 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Head north toward US-20 E/Boston Post Rd for 118 feet.
- 🚗 Turn right onto US-20 E/Boston Post Rd and continue for 2.6 miles.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Highland St and travel for 2.0 miles.
- 🚗 Turn left onto MA-30 E and continue for 5.9 miles.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Homer St for 0.1 mile.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic and reduce travel time.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🗺️ Carry a map or use a GPS navigation system to stay on the correct route.
- 🚓 Observe speed limits and traffic rules for a safe and smooth journey.
- ☔ Check the weather forecast before leaving to prepare for any potential weather-related challenges.
- 🚧 Be aware of road construction or detours that might affect your route.
- 🚘 Consider carpooling or using public transportation if available to reduce environmental impact and save on fuel costs.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 20m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wayland and Newton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wayland and Newton.
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Start on the route
35 m · 13 sec
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Turn right onto Boston Post Road
3.5 mi · 5 min · Boston Post Road
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Turn right onto School Street
2542 ft · 51 sec · School Street
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Continue on Wellesley Street
151 m · 12 sec · Wellesley Street
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Continue on Newton Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · Newton Street
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Continue on Newton Street
29 m · 9 sec · Newton Street
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Turn left onto South Avenue
1 km · 1 min · South Avenue
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Continue on Commonwealth Avenue
3.1 mi · 5 min · Commonwealth Avenue
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Turn right onto Homer Street
776 ft · 21 sec · Homer Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Homer Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wayland and Newton.
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.
Boston Post Road
Turn right onto Boston Post Road
3.53 mi · 00h 05m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Wayland and Light Rain Likely near Newton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wayland to Newton?
The road trip is about 11.2 miles (18 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
Weston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.9 miles from Wayland and 6.3 miles from Newton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8 miles (12.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 7:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.52 one way or $3.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Wayland and Light Rain Likely near Newton.
Stop Ideas Near Weston
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cocobeet - Boston
Boston's Old City Hall
Cambridge City Hall
Shoppers World
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Weston.
Framingham station
Back Bay station
South Station
North Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wayland and Newton. Straight-line distance: 7.97 mi (12.83 km).
#1 Wayland
Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts
| Population | 13,722 |
| Coordinates | 42.3626000, -71.3614500 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newton
The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
| Population | 87,803 |
| Coordinates | 42.3370400, -71.2092200 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: Homer Street (-71.209328, 42.336849)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $1.52 | $3.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $1.71 | $3.43 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $1.87 | $3.74 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $1.75 | $3.50 |
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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