Cities Near Waltham
Cities near Waltham, Massachusetts: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Brookline, Framingham, Revere. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Waltham, Massachusetts is Brookline, about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookline | 7 mi / 11 km | 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Framingham | 11 mi / 18 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Revere | 12 mi / 19 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Quincy | 15 mi / 24 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| South Peabody | 17 mi / 28 km | 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lowell | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brockton | 23 mi / 37 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lawrence | 23 mi / 37 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nashua | 29 mi / 47 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Worcester | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Waltham
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Brookline, Framingham, Revere, Quincy, South Peabody. 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 Waltham include Brookline, Framingham, Revere, Quincy, South Peabody. The closest is Brookline, about 7 miles (11 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.