Origin
Lawrence, MA
Evening in Lawrence on Wednesday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawrence, MA to Sterling, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
42.6 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrence, MA
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Sterling, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lawrence, MA to Sterling, MA covers 42.6 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Amesbury Street, Parker Street, Winthrop Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.82 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
21.3 miles from Lawrence, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 42.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Amesbury Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lawrence, MA to Sterling, MA is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lawrence, MA to Sterling, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Amesbury Street | — | — |
| Parker Street | — | — |
| Winthrop Avenue | — | — |
| South Union Street | — | — |
| Connector Road | — | — |
| South Broadway | — | — |
| I 495 South | — | — |
| US 3 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Amesbury Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence, MA and Sterling, MA.
1
Start on Essex Street
82 ft
·
6 sec
·
Essex Street
2
Turn right onto Amesbury Street
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Amesbury Street
3
Continue on Parker Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Parker Street
4
Continue on Winthrop Avenue
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
5
Turn right onto South Union Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Union Street
6
Continue on Connector Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Connector Road
7
Turn straight onto South Broadway
164 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Broadway
8
Take the ramp slight right toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
9
Merge slight left
9.2 mi
·
10 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
11
Keep slight left to continue on US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
12
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 495 South: Marlboro
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 495 South: Marlboro
14
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
12 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward MA 2 West: Leominster
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
MA 2 West: Leominster
16
Merge slight left onto Captain Isaac Davis Highway
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Captain Isaac Davis Highway
17
Keep slight right to continue on Leominster Connector
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Leominster Connector
18
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
19
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
20
Merge slight left
4.7 mi
·
5 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward MA 12: Sterling, Clinton
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
MA 12: Sterling, Clinton
22
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Leominster Road
226 ft
·
4 sec
·
Leominster Road
23
Exit the roundabout onto Leominster Road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Leominster Road
24
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Leominster Road
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
Leominster Road
25
Exit the roundabout onto Leominster Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Leominster Road
26
Turn straight onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
27
Turn sharp right onto Meetinghouse Hill Road
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Meetinghouse Hill Road
28
Arrive at your destination
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 21.3 miles from Lawrence, MA, or about 28m into the drive.
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 42.6 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.3 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sterling, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Lawrence, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lawrence, MA
This is one driving day of about 42.6 miles and 56m.
At 42.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.3 mi from Lawrence, MA · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Lawrence, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sterling, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sterling, MA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.82 one way
$13.64 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.43 | $14.87 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.09 | $16.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.73 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Sterling, MA
Evening in Sterling on Wednesday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
56m 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 Sterling, MA covers 42.6 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Amesbury Street, Parker Street, Winthrop Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.3 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 $6.82 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 drive from Lawrence, MA to Sterling, MA is easy. At 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lawrence, MA to Sterling, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lawrence, MA to Sterling, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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