Trip from Barre, MA to Haverhill, MA

Drive Time

1h 40m

Distance

69.6 mi

112 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

1h 33m ★

6 AM

1h 41m

8 AM

1h 56m

10 AM

1h 46m

12 PM

1h 45m

3 PM

1h 47m

5 PM

1h 55m

8 PM

1h 36m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Haverhill, MA

Donovan Kelly

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Barre to Haverhill, you can expect a straightforward journey spanning 69.6 miles. The drive typically takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel will cover your transit across this Northeast corridor. Because the route is compact and efficient, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two Massachusetts towns that gets you to your destination without unnecessary hassle.

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

34.8 miles from Barre, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive, with 72% of the trip spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of roads, primarily utilizing MA 2, the Concord Turnpike, and I-495 to make your way east. The personality of the road is defined by its efficiency, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.5 miles on I-495. Expect a transition from the quieter surroundings of Barre to the more heavily trafficked highway system. It is a functional route designed for steady movement rather than leisurely cruising.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 25 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 28.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Concord Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Street.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 69.6 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: near the start (South Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 25.3 miles (MA 2 / Concord Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Street

Turn sharp left onto South Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

25.3 mi into trip | ~44m in | MA 2 / Concord Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto MA 2 / Concord Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

37.7 mi into trip | ~1h 1m 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. Exit 113B Toward I 495 North: Lowell

66.8 mi into trip | ~1h 36m 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

67 mi into trip | ~1h 36m 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

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Barre, MA to Haverhill, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Lawrence along the way.

Lawrence

38.1 mi in | ~1h 2m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 495	28.5 mi	33m
Concord Turnpike	12.3 mi	16m
MA 2	8.9 mi	13m
South Street	3.6 mi	7m
Hubbardston Road	3.5 mi	6m
New Westminster Road	3.5 mi	6m
Barre Road	2.4 mi	4m
River Street	1.9 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 495 — 28.5 mi, about 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Barre, MA and Haverhill, MA.

Start on MA 32; MA 122

171 ft · 10 sec · Concert Mall

Turn sharp left onto South Street

168 ft · 3 sec · South Street

Continue on MA 62

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Mechanic Street

Continue on MA 62

3.5 mi · 6 min · Hubbardston Road

Continue on MA 62

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Old Boston Turnpike

Turn left onto Barre Road

2.4 mi · 4 min · Barre Road

Continue on Elm Street

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Elm Street

Continue on Brigham Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · Brigham Street

Continue on New Westminster Road

3.5 mi · 6 min · New Westminster Road

Continue on South Street

3.6 mi · 7 min · South Street

At end of road, turn right onto MA 2A

0.7 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 46 sec

Merge onto MA 2

8.9 mi · 13 min · MA 2

Keep slight left at fork onto MA 2

12 mi · 16 min · Concord Turnpike

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 59 sec

Exit 113B Toward I 495 North: Lowell Use the right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence

Merge onto I 495

28 mi · 33 min · I 495

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec

Exit 107 Toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

165 ft · 4 sec

Toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street

Turn straight onto MA 110; MA 113

1.9 mi · 2 min · River Street

Continue on MA 110; MA 113

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Washington Street

Turn left onto MA 110

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Emerson Street

Turn right onto Bailey Boulevard

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Bailey Boulevard

Turn right onto MA 125

92 ft · 2 sec · Main Street

Arrive at destination

MA 125

Trip Plan

Since the total duration is under two hours, you have the advantage of choosing your departure time based on personal preference rather than strict logistical constraints. Keep in mind that I-495 is the backbone of this journey, so be prepared for the typical flow of high-speed interstate traffic. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily pace the drive to suit your own comfort level. My best tip is to monitor traffic patterns on the Concord Turnpike before you leave Barre, as this segment can impact your arrival time in Haverhill. Since the trip is short, you can easily complete it in one go without needing to plan for extended rest breaks.

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 34.8 miles from Barre, MA, or about 57m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.5 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 69.6 miles or 1h 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 34.8 miles or 57m 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 27m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverhill, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Barre, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Barre, MA

This is one driving day of about 69.6 miles and 1h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Barre, 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 28.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34.8 mi from Barre, MA · 57m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

35 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

Albany, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Barre, 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

$11.08 one way

$22.16 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$12.05	$24.10
premium	$4.80	$13.15	$26.30
diesel	$5.64	$15.46	$30.93

Estimated Tolls: $0.86

Concord Turnpike (12.3 mi) $0.86

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

$11

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	20.9	$7.31	$3.34
Efficient EV	17.4	$6.09	$2.78
EV Truck/SUV	27.8	$9.74	$4.45

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Barre, MA

Evening in Barre on Sunday

Local time

5:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Haverhill, MA

Evening in Haverhill on Sunday

Local time

5:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

23 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 40m 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 Barre, MA to Haverhill, MA covers 69.6 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 495, Concord Turnpike, MA 2. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 34.8 miles from Barre, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.08 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.

On the drive from Barre, MA to Haverhill, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Lawrence along the way.

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Trip from Barre, MA to Haverhill, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Haverhill, MA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Barre, MA

Haverhill, MA

Same local time

23 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 40m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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