Origin
Haverhill, MA
Evening in Haverhill on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haverhill, MA to Arlington, MA
Drive Time
45m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
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6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Haverhill, MA
Donovan Kelly
Arlington, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Haverhill to Arlington, expect a straightforward 32.7-mile journey that typically takes about 45 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, as it is short enough that you will not need an overnight stop. Budgeting around $5 for fuel is reasonable for this distance, making it a very economical excursion within the Northeast region. By utilizing a combination of I-93, I-495, and Washington Street, you can navigate between these two Massachusetts communities with ease. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you to your destination efficiently without requiring extensive logistical planning.
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
16.3 miles from Haverhill, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 70% of this drive takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the interstate, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.4 miles on I-93. The personality of this trip is defined by fast-paced highway travel that eventually transitions into local roads like Washington Street as you approach Arlington. While it lacks the winding character of secondary backroads, the route offers a steady, predictable pace for the driver. You should be prepared for the typical rhythm of Massachusetts highway traffic as you move through this 45-minute commute.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 13.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and I 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near I 495.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 32.7 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 3.1 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles (I 93): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
12.7 mi into trip
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~16m in
Take the exit toward I 93 South: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 97A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
5
13.1 mi into trip
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~17m in
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I 93
Merge onto I 93
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
26.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward Montvale Avenue, Stoneham, Woburn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward Montvale Avenue, Stoneham, Woburn
6
29 mi into trip
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~39m in
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Church Street
Enter roundabout onto Church Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
Between Haverhill, MA and Arlington, MA, road signs point toward Stoneham and Woburn.
Stoneham
26.4 mi in
|
~33m
Woburn
26.4 mi in
|
~33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| I 495 | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Washington Street | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| River Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Mystic Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Church Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Cambridge Street | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Merrimack Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 13.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haverhill, MA and Arlington, MA.
1
Start on MA 125
442 ft
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto MA 113
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Merrimack Street
3
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Washington Street
4
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
218 ft
·
5 sec
·
Washington Street
5
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
River Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 495 South: Lawrence
7
Merge onto I 495
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
I 495
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 97A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 93
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 93
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 27
Toward Montvale Avenue, Stoneham, Woburn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Montvale Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Montvale Avenue
12
Turn left onto Washington Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Mount Vernon Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Mount Vernon Street
14
Enter roundabout onto Church Street
316 ft
·
6 sec
·
Church Street
15
Continue on Church Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
16
Turn left onto US 3
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
Cambridge Street
17
Continue on US 3
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Mystic Street
Use the none lane.
18
Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Massachusetts Avenue
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto Academy Street
320 ft
·
18 sec
·
Academy Street
20
Turn left
203 ft
·
14 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 32.7-mile drive, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns along the I-93 corridor is always a wise move to ensure you maintain that estimated 45-minute travel time. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, allowing you to head straight to your destination without breaking up the drive. Given the modest $5 fuel estimate, you can easily top off your tank in Haverhill before you depart. Pay close attention to the transition points where you move from I-93 and I-495 onto Washington Street, as these local road segments require more active navigation than the open highway stretches.
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 16.3 miles from Haverhill, MA, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.4 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 32.7 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.3 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Haverhill, 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 Haverhill, MA
This is one driving day of about 32.7 miles and 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Haverhill, 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 13.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.3 mi from Haverhill, MA · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Haverhill, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, MA
The final approach into Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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
$5.20 one way
$10.41 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $5.66 | $11.32 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Arlington, MA
Evening in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
16 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
23 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
45m 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 Haverhill, MA to Arlington, MA covers 32.7 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 93, I 495, Washington 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 16.3 miles from Haverhill, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.20 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 14 significant decision points across 32.7 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 3.1 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles (I 93): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Haverhill, MA and Arlington, MA, road signs point toward Stoneham and Woburn.
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