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Distance from Allston to Cambridge

Driving Distance
2.1 mi 3.4 km
Flying Distance
1.6 mi 2.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Allston, Massachusetts to Cambridge, Massachusetts is 2.1 mi (3.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 1.6 mi (2.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 0 min

The estimated travel time by road is 9 minutes

Traveling local streets, very short in a east direction. Average speeds around 20 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Allston
Place Allston
State/Province Massachusetts
Country US
Latitude 42.355509
Longitude -71.132825
GPS 42.355509° N, 71.132825° W
Local Time 3:46 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Cambridge
Place Cambridge
State/Province Massachusetts
Country US
Latitude 42.366604
Longitude -71.105692
GPS 42.366604° N, 71.105692° W
Local Time 3:46 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Allston, Massachusetts to Cambridge, Massachusetts covers 2.1 mi (3.4 km) in a east direction. This local streets, very short route typically takes 9 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (1.8-2.1 miles / 3-3 km). The primary route shown here saves 14 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 20 mph (32 km/h).

Available Routes

Cambridge St
2.1 mi 9 minutes
Shortest
Cambridge St and River St
1.8 mi 9 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.