Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
54.4 mi
87 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Bridgewater, MA
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Lawrence, MA
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The drive from East Bridgewater, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 54.4 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 93, MA 3, Bedford Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.6 miles on I 93. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 21.6 mi | 25m |
| MA 3 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Bedford Street | 7.4 mi | 12m |
| Pilgrims Highway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 495 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South Union Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between East Bridgewater, MA and Lawrence, MA.
Start on Union Street
Turn left onto MA 18
Continue on MA 18
Continue on MA 18
Continue on MA 18
Continue on MA 18
Take the ramp
Merge onto MA 3
Continue on MA 3
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
Take the exit
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Turn straight onto MA 28
Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street
Turn left onto MA 114
Continue on MA 114
Continue on Amesbury Street
Turn right onto Canal Street
Turn left onto Lawrence Street
Turn left onto Essex Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from East Bridgewater, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto MA 18 / Bedford Street
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord NH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Lawrence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MA 28 North: Lawrence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.71 one way
$17.41 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.33 | $20.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.62 | $3.48 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in East Bridgewater on Saturday
Local time
2:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Lawrence on Saturday
Local time
2:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
54.4 mi in 1h 16m, mostly highway — 21.6 mi of that is on I 93.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and MA 3. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MA 18 / Bedford Street.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 (MA 18 / Bedford Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.7 miles (MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.5 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 54.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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