Cities Near Brookline
Cities near Brookline, Massachusetts: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Medford, Quincy, Lynn. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Brookline, Massachusetts is Medford, about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 20 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medford | 6 mi / 10 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Quincy | 8 mi / 13 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lynn | 13 mi / 21 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Framingham | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brockton | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lowell | 23 mi / 37 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lawrence | 26 mi / 42 km | 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Taunton | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Pawtucket | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nashua | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Brookline
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Medford, Quincy, Lynn, Framingham, Brockton. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Brookline include Medford, Quincy, Lynn, Framingham, Brockton. The closest is Medford, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.