Origin
Ashland, MA
Morning in Ashland on Wednesday
Local time
7:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ashland, MA to Haverhill, MA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
56.7 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ashland, MA
Phil Evenden
Haverhill, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Ashland to Haverhill, you can expect a straightforward journey spanning 56.7 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-495, Turnpike Road, and River Street, ensuring a direct connection across the Northeast region of Massachusetts. With an estimated fuel cost of just $9, it is an economical choice for a quick transit. Because the route is compact and efficient, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule.
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
28.3 miles from Ashland, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will settle into a long, consistent rhythm for the majority of the trip, as your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 46.6 miles on I-495. While the interstate portion offers a fast-paced environment, the character of the road shifts once you exit onto Turnpike Road and River Street to reach your final destination. Expect a reliable, functional commute that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding backroads. Being behind the wheel here is about steady cruising rather than technical maneuvering, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal stress.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 495 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Turnpike Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Concord Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Concord Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Concord Street
Turn left onto Concord Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
6.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Lowell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
8
53.9 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
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 107
Toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
7
54.1 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 46.6 mi | 54m |
| Turnpike Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| River Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Oak Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Cordaville Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Oak Hill Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Washington Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 46.6 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashland, MA and Haverhill, MA.
1
Start on this road
45 ft
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8 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Concord Street
241 ft
·
12 sec
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Concord Street
3
Turn right onto Front Street
326 ft
·
13 sec
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Front Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Main Street
5
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Pleasant Street
6
Continue on Cordaville Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Cordaville Road
7
Turn right onto Oak Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Oak Street
8
Continue on Oak Hill Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Oak Hill Road
9
Turn left onto MA 9
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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Turnpike Road
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 495
47 mi
·
54 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 107
Toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
165 ft
·
4 sec
Toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
14
Turn straight onto MA 110; MA 113
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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River Street
15
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Washington Street
16
Turn left onto MA 110
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Emerson Street
17
Turn right onto Bailey Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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Bailey Boulevard
18
Turn right onto MA 125
92 ft
·
2 sec
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Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
MA 125
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 12-minute trip, you won't need to worry about planning formal stops for rest or refueling. If you want to avoid peak congestion, try to time your departure to steer clear of typical rush hour windows on I-495, which handles heavy traffic volume. Keep your $9 fuel budget in mind, though filling up before you leave Ashland will ensure you have a smooth run without needing to hunt for gas stations mid-route. Because the drive is short, use the time you save to enjoy a more relaxed arrival in Haverhill. Your best strategy is to maintain a steady pace on the interstate, keeping a close eye on your GPS as you transition onto the final local road segments.
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 28.3 miles from Ashland, MA, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.6 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 56.7 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.3 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverhill, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ashland, 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 Ashland, MA
This is one driving day of about 56.7 miles and 1h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ashland, 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 495 for about 46.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.3 mi from Ashland, MA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Ashland, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Haverhill, MA
The final approach into Haverhill, 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 Haverhill, 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
$9.07 one way
$18.15 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.90 | $19.79 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.77 | $21.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.21
Turnpike Road
(2.9 mi)
$0.21
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Haverhill, MA
Morning in Haverhill on Wednesday
Local time
7:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
28 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
18 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
1h 12m 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 Ashland, MA to Haverhill, MA covers 56.7 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, Turnpike Road, River Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.3 miles from Ashland, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.07 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Concord Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ashland, MA to Haverhill, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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