Trip from Cohasset, MA to Lawrence, MA

Drive Time

1h 12m

Distance

48 mi

77 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min

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.

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Lawrence, MA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 48 miles through the Northeast, this straightforward trip from Cohasset to Lawrence typically takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes. Because the distance is relatively short, you can easily complete the entire journey as a one-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for a quick transit between these two Massachusetts cities. You will rely primarily on major thoroughfares like I-93, the Southeast Expressway, and the John F. Fitzgerald Expressway to navigate the distance. This route is designed for efficiency, prioritizing direct highway access over winding backroads, which makes it a practical choice for travelers focused on reaching their destination promptly.

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

24 miles from Cohasset, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 63% of your journey is spent on high-speed roads. The drive transitions through major urban arteries, requiring you to navigate through the Southeast Expressway and the John F. Fitzgerald Expressway before settling into the flow of I-93. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.6 miles while cruising along I-93, which serves as the backbone of your trip. While the road lacks the technical challenges of rural driving, the high-traffic nature of these expressways means you should stay alert as the environment shifts from the coast toward the northern reaches of the state.

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

There are about 36 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 21.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and Southeast Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.4 miles in near MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 48 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 14.4 miles (MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles (MA 3A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.2 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

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

14.4 mi into trip | ~26m in | MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard

Merge onto MA 3A / William T. Morrissey Boulevard

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / none lanes.

14.4 mi into trip | ~26m in | MA 3A

Take the exit onto MA 3A toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

21.2 mi into trip | ~37m in | I 93

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord NH

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes. Toward I 93 North: Concord NH

42.8 mi into trip | ~1h 3m in

Take the exit toward I 495 North: Lawrence

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 40A Toward I 495 North: Lawrence

45.5 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in

Take the exit toward MA 28 North: Lawrence

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 99B Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 93	21.6 mi	25m
Southeast Expressway	3.3 mi	4m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway	3.2 mi	5m
Newport Avenue	2.3 mi	4m
I 495	2.2 mi	2m
Justice Cushing Way	1.9 mi	2m
Bridge Street	1.7 mi	2m
Washington Street	1.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 93 — 21.6 mi, about 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cohasset, MA and Lawrence, MA.

Start on North Main Street

1.5 mi · 2 min · North Main Street

Turn left onto King Street

0.2 mi · 29 sec · King Street

Turn right onto MA 3A

0.8 mi · 1 min · Chief Justice Cushing Highway

Continue on MA 3A

1.9 mi · 2 min · Justice Cushing Way

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Enter roundabout onto MA 3A

353 ft · 6 sec · Summer Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Summer Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.6 mi · 1 min · Otis Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.6 mi · 55 sec · Broad Cove Road

Continue on MA 3A

1.5 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on MA 3A

1.7 mi · 2 min · Bridge Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.3 mi · 1 min · Fore River Bridge

Continue on MA 3A

464 ft · 7 sec · Washington Street

Enter roundabout onto MA 3A

190 ft · 3 sec · Washington Street

Continue on MA 3A

1.6 mi · 2 min · Washington Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on Hancock Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Hancock Street

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto Adams Street

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Adams Street

Turn right onto Newport Avenue

2.3 mi · 4 min · Newport Avenue

Use the right lane.

Turn slight left onto MA 3A

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Hancock Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Neponset Avenue

Merge onto MA 3A

247 ft · 6 sec · William T. Morrissey Boulevard

Use the straight / left / none lanes.

Take the exit onto MA 3A

0.3 mi · 34 sec · MA 3A

Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

Merge onto I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.3 mi · 4 min · Southeast Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.2 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93

22 mi · 25 min · I 93

Toward I 93 North: Concord NH Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 40A Toward I 495 North: Lawrence Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 495

2.2 mi · 2 min · I 495

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 52 sec

Exit 99B Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto MA 28

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Union Street

Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Union Street

Turn left onto MA 114

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Winthrop Avenue

Continue on MA 114

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Parker Street

Continue on Amesbury Street

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Amesbury Street

Turn right onto Canal Street

282 ft · 6 sec · Canal Street

Turn left onto Lawrence Street

492 ft · 18 sec · Lawrence Street

Turn left onto Essex Street

498 ft · 11 sec · Essex Street

Arrive at destination

Essex Street

Trip Plan

Since this 1-hour and 12-minute trip involves heavy-traffic corridors, aim to depart during off-peak hours to avoid the congestion typical of the Boston-area expressways. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops given the short duration of the drive, granting you the flexibility to head straight through if the roads are clear. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave Cohasset; while the $8 estimate is budget-friendly, topping off beforehand ensures you won't have to navigate unfamiliar exits for gas. A smart strategy for this route is to monitor real-time traffic reports for I-93 specifically, as this segment serves as your primary connection and is prone to sudden delays.

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 24 miles from Cohasset, MA, or about 40m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.6 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 48 miles or 1h 12m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 24 miles or 40m 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 Lawrence, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Cohasset, 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 Cohasset, MA

This is one driving day of about 48 miles and 1h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cohasset, 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 21.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 24 mi from Cohasset, MA · 40m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

24 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 24 miles from Cohasset, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Lawrence, MA

The final approach into Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, 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

$7.64 one way

$15.28 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 17 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$8.31	$16.62
premium	$4.80	$9.07	$18.14
diesel	$5.64	$10.66	$21.33

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$33–$58

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	14.4	$5.04	$2.30
Efficient EV	12	$4.20	$1.92
EV Truck/SUV	19.2	$6.72	$3.07

Gas CO2

17 kg

EV CO2

6 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Cohasset, MA

Evening in Cohasset on Sunday

Local time

5:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lawrence, MA

Evening in Lawrence on Sunday

Local time

5:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

24 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

2 degrees warmer 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 Cohasset, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 48 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 93, Southeast Expressway, John F. Fitzgerald Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 24 miles from Cohasset, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.64 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.

The route from Cohasset, MA to Lawrence, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Cohasset, MA to Lawrence, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Lawrence, MA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Cohasset, MA

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Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 12m on the road

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