Cities Near Newton
Cities near Newton, Massachusetts: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Cambridge, Framingham, Quincy. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Newton, Massachusetts is Cambridge, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 6 mi / 10 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Framingham | 11 mi / 18 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Quincy | 12 mi / 19 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lynn | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brockton | 20 mi / 32 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lowell | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lawrence | 26 mi / 41 km | 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Worcester | 31 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Taunton | 31 mi / 50 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nashua | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Newton
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Cambridge, Framingham, Quincy, Lynn, 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 Newton include Cambridge, Framingham, Quincy, Lynn, Brockton. The closest is Cambridge, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.