Trip from Lawrence, MA to Cohasset, MA

Drive Time

1h 11m

Distance

48.3 mi

78 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 17 min

4 AM

1h 6m ★

6 AM

1h 12m

8 AM

1h 23m

10 AM

1h 16m

12 PM

1h 15m

3 PM

1h 16m

5 PM

1h 23m

8 PM

1h 8m

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 48.3 miles from Lawrence to Cohasset, this trip takes you across the Northeast region of Massachusetts in about 1 hour and 11 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget roughly $8 for fuel to complete the journey. The route relies heavily on major arterial roads, moving you from the northern reaches of the state down toward the coast. It is a highly practical drive that keeps you moving efficiently between these two points without the need for complex 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

24.1 miles from Lawrence, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 64% of this route is comprised of fast-paced interstate driving. You will navigate via I-93, the Southeast Expressway, and the John F. Fitzgerald Expressway to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 19.6 miles on I-93, which defines the core of your time behind the wheel. While the journey is efficient, the transition from highway speeds to the local environment of Cohasset provides a distinct shift in pace. Be prepared for a consistent, high-traffic environment as you move through these major urban transit corridors.

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

There are about 37 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 19.6 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

171 ft 8 ft

Total Climb

243 ft

Total Descent

267 ft

Highest Point

171 ft

~4 mi in

Elevation Range

163 ft

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 2 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 48.3 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 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.5 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

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

2 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the ramp toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro

4.5 mi into trip | ~7m 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

24.5 mi into trip | ~31m in | I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.

33.8 mi into trip | ~44m in | MA 3A

Take the exit onto MA 3A toward MA 3A South: Neponset, Quincy

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 12 Toward MA 3A South: Neponset, Quincy

34.4 mi into trip | ~45m in | MA 3A / Hancock Street

Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3A / Hancock Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

Towns Along This Route

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

Quincy

33.8 mi in | ~44m | via MA 3A

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 93	19.6 mi	23m
Southeast Expressway	3.8 mi	5m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway	3 mi	4m
Interstate 93 HOV lane	2.5 mi	3m
Newport Avenue Extension	2.3 mi	5m
I 495	2.2 mi	2m
North Main Street	2.1 mi	3m
Bridge Street	1.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 93 — 19.6 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Essex Street

82 ft · 5 sec · Essex Street

Turn right onto Amesbury Street

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Amesbury Street

Continue on MA 114

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Parker Street

Continue on MA 114

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Winthrop Avenue

Turn right onto South Union Street

0.5 mi · 54 sec · South Union Street

Continue on Connector Road

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Connector Road

Turn straight onto MA 28

162 ft · 4 sec · South Broadway

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 495

2.2 mi · 2 min · I 495

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 97A Toward I 93 South: Boston Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 93

20 mi · 23 min · I 93

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

1.7 mi · 1 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

0.8 mi · 1 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

Merge onto I 93; US 1

3.0 mi · 4 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.8 mi · 5 min · Southeast Expressway

Take the exit onto MA 3A

0.2 mi · 39 sec · MA 3A

Exit 12 Toward MA 3A South: Neponset, Quincy Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto MA 3A

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Gallivan Boulevard

Take the exit onto MA 3A

0.3 mi · 32 sec · MA 3A

Keep slight right at fork onto MA 3A

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Hancock Street

Use the slight right lane.

Turn slight right onto Newport Avenue Extension

2.3 mi · 5 min · Newport Avenue Extension

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto Adams Street

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Adams Street

Turn straight onto Hancock Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Hancock Street

Continue on Washington Street

1.6 mi · 2 min · Washington Street

Use the straight lane.

Enter roundabout onto MA 3A

220 ft · 3 sec · Washington Street

Continue on MA 3A

451 ft · 7 sec · Washington Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.3 mi · 1 min · Fore River Bridge

Continue on MA 3A

1.7 mi · 2 min · Bridge Street

Continue on MA 3A

1.5 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.6 mi · 55 sec · Broad Cove Road

Continue on MA 3A

0.6 mi · 1 min · Otis Street

Continue on MA 3A

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Summer Street

Enter roundabout onto MA 3A

134 ft · 2 sec · Justice Cushing Way

Continue on MA 3A

1.2 mi · 1 min · Justice Cushing Way

Turn left onto MA 228

0.4 mi · 37 sec · East Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on East Street

0.5 mi · 58 sec · East Street

Continue on North Main Street

2.1 mi · 3 min · North Main Street

Arrive at destination

North Main Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick 1-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak congestion. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 48.3-mile distance is easily handled in one go. Keep a close watch on your navigation as you transition between the Southeast Expressway and the John F. Fitzgerald Expressway, as these connections are central to your arrival. Filling your tank before leaving Lawrence will cover your $8 fuel estimate, ensuring you have a stress-free arrival in Cohasset. Use the short duration to your advantage by focusing on timing your departure to bypass the heaviest regional traffic patterns.

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 24.1 miles from Lawrence, MA, or about 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.6 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 48.3 miles or 1h 11m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 24.1 miles or 30m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 59m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, MA

This is one driving day of about 48.3 miles and 1h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lawrence, 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 19.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 24.1 mi from Lawrence, MA · 30m 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

Rocky Point, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Lawrence, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Cohasset, MA

The final approach into Cohasset, 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 Cohasset, 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

$7.69 one way

$15.38 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 17 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$8.36	$16.72
premium	$4.80	$9.13	$18.25
diesel	$5.64	$10.73	$21.46

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: 16.9 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	14.5	$5.07	$2.32
Efficient EV	12.1	$4.23	$1.93
EV Truck/SUV	19.3	$6.76	$3.09

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

Lawrence, MA

Evening in Lawrence on Sunday

Local time

5:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cohasset, MA

Evening in Cohasset on Sunday

Local time

5:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°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 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 11m 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 Lawrence, MA to Cohasset, MA covers 48.3 miles and takes about 1h 11m 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 24.1 miles from Lawrence, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.69 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 Lawrence, MA to Cohasset, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Quincy along the way.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 8 ft to 171 ft elevation with about 243 ft of total climbing.

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Trip from Lawrence, MA to Cohasset, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

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 Cohasset, MA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Lawrence, MA

Cohasset, MA

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 11m on the road

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