Origin
Medway, MA
Afternoon in Medway on Thursday
Local time
1:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Medway, MA to Lawrence, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
58.5 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 16m
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.
Medway, MA
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Lawrence, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Medway, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 58.5 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, Milford Street, Village Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.8 miles on I 495. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.36 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 58.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 58.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 495 and Milford Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.8 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 17 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 50.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Milford Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Village Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 13m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Village Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Franklin Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Village Street
At end of road, turn right onto Village Street
Navigation decision point
4
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Franklin Street
Turn right onto Franklin Street
Navigation decision point
5
5.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
55.9 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
5
58.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
Essex Street
Turn left onto Essex Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 50.8 mi | 58m |
| Milford Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Village Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Union Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Parker Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Amesbury Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Franklin Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Winthrop Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 50.8 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Medway, MA and Lawrence, MA.
1
Start on Barber Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Barber Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto Village Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Village Street
3
Turn right onto Franklin Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Franklin Street
4
Continue on MA 109
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Milford Street
5
Continue on MA 109
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Medway Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
7
Merge onto I 495
51 mi
·
58 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 99B
Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto MA 28
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Union Street
10
Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Union Street
11
Turn left onto MA 114
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
12
Continue on MA 114
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Parker Street
13
Continue on Amesbury Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Amesbury Street
14
Turn right onto Canal Street
282 ft
·
6 sec
·
Canal Street
15
Turn left onto Lawrence Street
492 ft
·
18 sec
·
Lawrence Street
16
Turn left onto Essex Street
498 ft
·
11 sec
·
Essex Street
17
Arrive at destination
Essex Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Medway, MA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Medway, 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
$9.36 one way
$18.72 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.21 | $20.42 |
| premium | $4.82 | $11.11 | $22.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.92 | $25.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 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 | 17.6 | 0 | $6.14 | $2.81 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.19 | $3.74 |
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
Afternoon in Lawrence on Thursday
Local time
1:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Bolton, MA
29 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
2 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
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 Medway, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 58.5 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, Milford Street, Village 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 29.2 miles from Medway, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.36 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 straightforward 1h 13m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Village Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Franklin Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Medway, MA to Lawrence, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Lowell National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
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