How far is Cambridge, MA from Newton, MA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Cambridge and Newton is 5.91 miles (9.51 km).
Flight distance from Cambridge, MA to Newton, MA is 5.91 miles. Estimated flight time is .
Driving distance
The driving distance from Cambridge, Massachusetts to Newton, Massachusetts is: 8.04 miles (12.94 km) by car.
Driving from Cambridge to Newton will take approximately 00 hours 20 minutes.
#1 Cambridge
The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is located on the Charles River in eastern Massachusetts. Cambridge is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
| Population | 119192 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°22'30"N 71°6'20"W |
| Latitude | 42.3751000 |
| Longitude | -71.1056100 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newton
The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is located on the Charles River in suburban Boston. Newton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Newton Free Library and the Newton Centre Historic District.
| Population | 87803 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°20'13"N 71°12'33"W |
| Latitude | 42.3370400 |
| Longitude | -71.2092200 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Newton: Homer Street (-71.209328,42.336849)
Estimated Travel Time Between Cambridge and Newton
The distance between Cambridge and Newton is 13 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 08 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Cambridge and Newton. The current time is 05:16:06.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 08 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.07 liters (0.28 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Cambridge and Newton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Cambridge to Newton is $1.02 (diesel $1.27).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $1.02 | $1.18 | $1.27 | $1.27 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Massachusetts ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.591 (Diesel $4.488) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Cambridge and Newton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
