How far is Salem, MA from Cambridge, MA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Salem and Cambridge is 14.6 miles (23.49 km).

Flight distance from Salem, MA to Cambridge, MA is 14.6 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Salem, Massachusetts to Cambridge, Massachusetts is: 25.06 miles (40.33 km) by car.

Driving from Salem to Cambridge will take approximately 00 hours 41 minutes.

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#1 Salem

The capital of Massachusetts. It is located on the North River in the northeastern part of the state. Salem is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Salem Witch Museum and the Salem Maritime National Historic Site.

Population 43581
GPS Coordinates 42°31'10"N 70°53'48"W
Latitude 42.5195400
Longitude -70.8967200
Altitude 6
Country United States
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#2 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

Estimated Travel Time Between Salem and Cambridge

The distance between Salem and Cambridge is 40 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 26 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 Salem and Cambridge. The current time is 19:10:23.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 50 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 37 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 30 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 25 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 21 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 20 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 18 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.35 liters (0.88 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salem and Cambridge.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salem to Cambridge is $3.18 (diesel $3.97).

Massachusetts gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.59 $4.16 $4.5 $4.49
Total $3.18 $3.68 $3.97 $3.97

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 November 12, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Salem and Cambridge (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Boston, MA to Salem 16.2 miles (26 km)

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Driving distance from Brockton, MA to Salem 57.32 miles (92 km)

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Driving distance from Fall River, MA to Salem 84.31 miles (136 km)

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Driving distance from Framingham, MA to Salem 40.85 miles (66 km)

Driving distance from Framingham Center, MA to Salem 45.93 miles (74 km)

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Driving distance from Haverhill, MA to Salem 27.73 miles (45 km)

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Driving distance from Lawrence, MA to Salem 32.86 miles (53 km)

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Driving distance from Lowell, MA to Salem 33.02 miles (53 km)

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Driving distance from City of Lowell, MA to Salem 33.67 miles (54 km)

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Driving distance from Lynn, MA to Salem 5.08 miles (8 km)

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Driving distance from New Bedford, MA to Salem 91.48 miles (147 km)

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Driving distance from Newton, MA to Salem 35.02 miles (56 km)

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