Origin
Andover, MA
Evening in Andover on Sunday
Local time
7:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Andover, MA to Boston, MA
Drive Time
34m
Distance
24.4 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Andover, MA
Sebastián Casimiro
Boston, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
Traveling from Andover to Boston is a straightforward 24.4-mile commute that typically takes about 34 minutes. Because this is a short, highway-focused drive located entirely within the Northeast, it is ideal as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel to complete the journey. The route relies primarily on I-93, making it a highly efficient connection between the suburbs and the city. Given the short duration, you won't need to plan for any scheduled stops along the way. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that gets you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12.2 miles from Andover, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a classic highway-focused experience, as 81% of this 24.4-mile trip is spent on the interstate. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-93, which includes a 16.8-mile stretch that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. The journey begins with a short transition via Dascomb Road before you merge onto the main arterial flow. While you may encounter the Interstate 93 HOV lane depending on your departure time, the road personality is defined by consistent, fast-paced highway travel. It is a functional, direct drive that favors speed and reliability over winding, scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 93 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and Interstate 93 HOV lane. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Elm Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 24.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (Dascomb Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Elm Street
Turn left onto Elm Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / right lanes.
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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Dascomb Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Dascomb Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
23.5 mi into trip
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~31m in
Take the exit toward MA 1A Toll: Airport, Government Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17B-A
Toward MA 1A Toll: Airport, Government Center
9
23.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Government Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17A
Toward Government Center
7
24 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
State Street
Turn right onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| Interstate 93 HOV lane | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Dascomb Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Central Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Andover Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Elm Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 16.8 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Andover, MA and Boston, MA.
1
Start on Summer Street
435 ft
·
18 sec
·
Summer Street
2
Turn left onto Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Elm Street
Use the none / right lanes.
3
Continue on Central Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Street
Use the none lane.
4
At end of road, turn left onto Andover Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Andover Street
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Dascomb Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Dascomb Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto Frontage Road
450 ft
·
8 sec
·
Frontage Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 93 South: Boston
8
Merge onto I 93
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 93
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
Use the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
11
Merge onto I 93; US 1
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 17B-A
Toward MA 1A Toll: Airport, Government Center
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 17A
Toward Government Center
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto John F. Fitzgerald Surface Road
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
John F. Fitzgerald Surface Road
15
Turn right onto State Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
State Street
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on Court Street
473 ft
·
20 sec
·
Court Street
17
Turn left onto Tremont Street
333 ft
·
11 sec
·
Tremont Street
18
Arrive at destination
Tremont Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 34-minute hop, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should keep an eye on traffic patterns common to I-93. You don't need to worry about pacing or overnight rest stops, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. Fill up your tank before you leave to cover the $4 fuel estimate, as you likely won't need to refuel during the transit. A specific tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the Dascomb Road access point early, as it is your primary gateway to the interstate. Use the short length of the trip to your advantage by planning your arrival in Boston precisely when you need to be there.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 12.2 miles from Andover, MA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24.4 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.2 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boston, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Andover, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Andover, MA
This is one driving day of about 24.4 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Andover, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 93 for about 16.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.2 mi from Andover, MA · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 24.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.2 miles from Andover, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boston, MA
The final approach into Boston, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Boston, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.88 one way
$7.77 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $4.22 | $8.45 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.61 | $9.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.42 | $10.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Boston, MA
Evening in Boston on Sunday
Local time
7:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
12 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
34m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Andover, MA to Boston, MA covers 24.4 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 93, Interstate 93 HOV lane, Dascomb Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.2 miles from Andover, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 24.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (Dascomb Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Andover, MA to Boston, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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