How far is Wenham, MA from Lynn, MA?

The driving distance from Wenham, MA to Lynn, MA is about 13.2 miles (21.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 9.9 miles (16 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
13.21 mi
00h 27m
Flight
9.95 mi
16.02 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
9.95 mi
Kilometers
16.02 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
13.21 mi
Kilometers
21.26 km
Drive Time
00h 27m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lynn
Thu, Apr 23, 1:05 AM EDT
Return by in Wenham
Thu, Apr 23, 1:33 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Wenham
2026-04-23T00:38
Arrive Lynn
Thu, Apr 23, 1:05 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:28 AM to 7:28 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:34 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Wenham
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Salem
MA

The capital of Massachusetts.

From Wenham
6.2 mi
00h 13m
To Lynn
7.1 mi
00h 13m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 10 mph NW
Destination
62°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Wenham and Lynn.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wenham and Lynn.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    93 m · 27 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Cherry Street

    755 ft · 21 sec · Cherry Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · Main Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Enon Street

    3036 ft · 1 min · Enon Street

  5. 5

    Continue on Dodge Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · Dodge Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Cabot Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Cabot Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Rantoul Street

    1.1 mi · 1 min · Rantoul Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Cabot Street

    711 ft · 11 sec · Cabot Street

  9. 9

    Continue on Veterans Memorial Bridge

    2007 ft · 30 sec · Veterans Memorial Bridge

  10. 10

    Continue on Sergeant James Ayube II Memorial Drive

    1.2 km · 2 min · Sergeant James Ayube II Memorial Drive

  11. 11

    Continue on Bridge Street

    915 ft · 35 sec · Bridge Street

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Washington Street

    109 m · 19 sec · Washington Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Federal Street

    795 ft · 24 sec · Federal Street

  14. 14

    Turn slight right onto North Street

    11 m · 5 sec · North Street

  15. 15

    Continue on North Street

    696 ft · 21 sec · North Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Essex Street

    2802 ft · 54 sec · Essex Street

  17. 17

    Continue on Highland Avenue

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Highland Avenue

  18. 18

    Continue on Western Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Western Avenue

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Chestnut Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · Chestnut Street

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Essex Street

    2643 ft · 57 sec · Essex Street

  21. 21

    Continue on Essex Street

    989 ft · 24 sec · Essex Street

  22. 22

    Turn right onto Rogers Avenue

    20 m · 3 sec · Rogers Avenue

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Rogers Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Wenham and Lynn.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
23 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
174.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highland Avenue
2.41 mi · 18%
Cabot Street
1.35 mi · 10%
Essex Street
1.22 mi · 9%
Western Avenue
1.19 mi · 9%
Rantoul Street
1.11 mi · 8%
Main Street
0.92 mi · 7%
Longest Stretch

Highland Avenue

Continue on Highland Avenue

2.41 mi · 00h 04m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 27m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.3 mi
9.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Salem
00h 13m from Wenham
Leave By
7:34 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Wenham and Partly Sunny near Lynn.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Wenham to Lynn?

The road trip is about 13.2 miles (21.3 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?

Salem is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.2 miles from Wenham and 7.1 miles from Lynn.

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

The direct path is about 9.9 miles (16 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 7:34 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.79 one way or $3.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Wenham and Partly Sunny near Lynn.

Stop Ideas Near Salem

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 Salem and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 14.3 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 14.4 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 0.3 mi away

Salem City Hall

Salem , MA
93 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970
Rating 4.2/5 84 reviews City Hall,City government office
Boston City Hall
Scenic stop 14.2 mi away

Boston City Hall

Boston , MA
1 City Hall Square #500, Boston, MA 02201
Rating 3.8/5 272 reviews City Hall,Local government office,Tourist attraction

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Salem.

RAIL

Anderson Regional Transportation Center

20 mi away
100 Atlantic Ave.
RAIL

North Station

22 mi away
100 Legends Way
RAIL

South Station

23 mi away
2 South Station
RAIL

Back Bay station

24 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Wenham and Lynn. Straight-line distance: 9.95 mi (16.02 km).

Wenham

#1 Wenham

City in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States of America

Population5,164
Coordinates42.6042600, -70.8911600
Altitude19
CountryUnited States
Lynn

#2 Lynn

The third most populous city in Essex County, Massachusetts.

Population94,539
Coordinates42.4667600, -70.9494900
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Start: (-70.891031, 42.604241)
End: Rogers Avenue (-70.949598, 42.466669)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 21 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 26m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 13m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 09m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.46 gal
1.76 L · about $1.79
Round trip
$3.58
0.92 gal · 3.52 L
Estimated CO2
4.1 kg one way
Round trip: 8.2 kg / 18 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $1.79 $3.58
Mid-grade $4.40 $2.02 $4.05
Premium $4.80 $2.21 $4.42
Diesel $4.49 $2.06 $4.13

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Wenham and Lynn. The current time is 00:38:11.

Distance to Other Cities

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