Origin
Holliston, MA
Late night in Holliston on Thursday
Local time
12:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holliston, MA to Lawrence, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
55.8 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holliston, MA
Italo Melo
Lawrence, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Holliston, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 55.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 495, Prentice Street, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.8 miles on I 495. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
27.9 miles from Holliston, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 55.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 495 and Prentice Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.8 miles on I 495.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 44.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Prentice Street. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Central Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 (Central Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (MA 16; MA 126 / Washington Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 5 miles (MA 85 / Hayden Rowe Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Central Street
Turn left onto Central Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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MA 16; MA 126 / Washington Street
At end of road, turn right onto MA 16; MA 126 / Washington Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
MA 85 / Hayden Rowe Street
At end of road, turn right onto MA 85 / Hayden Rowe Street
Navigation decision point
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
53.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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 495 | 44.8 mi | 51m |
| Prentice Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hayden Rowe Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Hollis Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Ash Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Chestnut Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Union Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 44.8 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holliston, MA and Lawrence, MA.
1
Start on Winthrop Street
28 ft
·
7 sec
·
Winthrop Street
2
Turn left onto Central Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Central Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto MA 16; MA 126
448 ft
·
19 sec
·
Washington Street
4
Turn left onto Hollis Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollis Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto Highland Street
372 ft
·
7 sec
·
Highland Street
6
Turn right onto Prentice Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Prentice Street
7
Continue on Ash Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ash Street
8
Continue on Chestnut Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Chestnut Street
9
At end of road, turn right onto MA 85
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Hayden Rowe Street
10
Continue on MA 85
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Grove Street
11
Turn left onto MA 135
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
13
Merge onto I 495
45 mi
·
51 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 99B
Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto MA 28
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Union Street
16
Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Union Street
17
Turn left onto MA 114
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
18
Continue on MA 114
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Parker Street
19
Continue on Amesbury Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Amesbury Street
20
Turn right onto Canal Street
282 ft
·
6 sec
·
Canal Street
21
Turn left onto Lawrence Street
492 ft
·
18 sec
·
Lawrence Street
22
Turn left onto Essex Street
498 ft
·
11 sec
·
Essex Street
23
Arrive at destination
Essex Street
Trip Plan
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 27.9 miles from Holliston, MA, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.8 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 12 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.9 miles or 39m 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 1m
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 Holliston, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Holliston, MA
This is one driving day of about 55.8 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Holliston, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 495 for about 44.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.9 mi from Holliston, MA · 39m 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Holliston, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.93 one way
$17.86 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.74 | $19.48 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.60 | $21.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 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 | 16.7 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
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
Lawrence, MA
Late night in Lawrence on Thursday
Local time
12:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Clear
W 3 to 10 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
40°F
Hudson, MA
28 mi in
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
16 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 13m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Holliston, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 55.8 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, Prentice Street, Main 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 27.9 miles from Holliston, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.93 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 55.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 (Central Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (MA 16; MA 126 / Washington Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 5 miles (MA 85 / Hayden Rowe Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Holliston, MA to Lawrence, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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