Boston, Massachusetts to Palmer: Road Trip Guide & Distance

66.4 miles 106.9 km · straight line
73.9 miles actual route 119 km · driving distance
1h 32min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Palmer?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Palmer is 66.4 miles (106.9 km) as the crow flies. Palmer is located WSW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 73.9 miles, taking about 1h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Palmer. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to Palmer

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 32min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 50min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Palmer

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Palmer
42.16°N, 72.33°W
America/New_York
105m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 374.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM