Trip from New Bedford, MA to Lawrence, MA

Drive Time

1h 50m

Distance

85.1 mi

137 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

1h 43m ★

6 AM

1h 51m

8 AM

2h 7m

10 AM

1h 57m

12 PM

1h 55m

3 PM

1h 57m

5 PM

2h 6m

8 PM

1h 46m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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New Bedford, MA

Phil Evenden

Lawrence, MA

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Trip Overview

Traveling from New Bedford to Lawrence covers 85.1 miles through the Northeast corner of Massachusetts. You should plan for a total drive time of approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes, making this a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of about $12, the route remains an economical choice for those looking to traverse the state. Because you will be navigating local roads rather than major interstate corridors, you should prepare for a drive that demands your full attention. This journey is ideal if you prefer a direct, local path over the monotony of high-speed highway travel.

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

42.5 miles from New Bedford, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip features a turn-heavy, local profile that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will rely on roads like Purchase Street, Nauset Street, and Hathaway Road to navigate the distance, as the route contains zero highway mileage. Unlike a standard interstate grind, the personality of this drive is defined by frequent turns and shifting local traffic patterns. Expect a consistent pace throughout the entire 85.1-mile stretch, as there are no long, uninterrupted highway segments to zone out on. Staying alert is essential, as the lack of highway infrastructure means you will be managing intersections and local transit for the duration of your trip.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 26 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 33.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near Hathaway Road.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 85.1 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 2.3 miles (Hathaway Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 43 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.2 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

2.3 mi into trip | ~4m in | Hathaway Road

At end of road, turn right onto Hathaway Road

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

43 mi into trip | ~53m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 41A Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston

58.2 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in | I 93

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord NH

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes. Toward I 93 North: Concord NH

79.8 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in

Take the exit toward I 495 North: Lawrence

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 40A Toward I 495 North: Lawrence

82.5 mi into trip | ~1h 45m 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 93	33.2 mi	41m
Amvets Highway	23.3 mi	26m
Alfred Bessette Memorial Highway	15.8 mi	18m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway	3.2 mi	5m
I 495	2.2 mi	2m
Purchase Street	1.8 mi	3m
Mount Pleasant Street	0.9 mi	1m
South Union Street	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 93 — 33.2 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Pleasant Street

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Pleasant Street

Continue on Purchase Street

1.8 mi · 3 min · Purchase Street

Continue on Nauset Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Nauset Street

At end of road, turn right onto Hathaway Road

302 ft · 6 sec · Hathaway Road

Continue on Mount Pleasant Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · Mount Pleasant Street

Turn right onto Kings Highway

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Kings Highway

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Toward MA 140 North: Taunton, Boston

Merge onto MA 140

16 mi · 18 min · Alfred Bessette Memorial Highway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 54 sec

Exit 20A Toward MA 24 North: Boston

Merge onto MA 24

23 mi · 26 min · Amvets Highway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 41A Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 93; US 1

12 mi · 15 min · I 93; US 1

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.2 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93

22 mi · 25 min · I 93

Toward I 93 North: Concord NH Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 40A Toward I 495 North: Lawrence Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 495

2.2 mi · 2 min · I 495

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 52 sec

Exit 99B Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto MA 28

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Union Street

Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Union Street

Turn left onto MA 114

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Winthrop Avenue

Continue on MA 114

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Parker Street

Continue on Amesbury Street

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Amesbury Street

Turn right onto Canal Street

282 ft · 6 sec · Canal Street

Turn left onto Lawrence Street

492 ft · 18 sec · Lawrence Street

Turn left onto Essex Street

498 ft · 11 sec · Essex Street

Arrive at destination

Essex Street

Trip Plan

Since this 1 hour and 50-minute drive relies entirely on local roads, departure timing is key to avoiding peak congestion. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure your travel time stays close to the estimated duration. Because there are no scheduled stops, you have the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a break, though you should factor this into your total arrival time. Keep your fuel level in mind before you head out, as the $12 estimated cost is based on typical transit efficiency. A helpful tip for this specific route is to double-check your GPS settings to ensure you are comfortable with the turn-heavy nature of the local streets before you start the engine.

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 42.5 miles from New Bedford, MA, or about 53m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.2 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 42.5 miles or 53m 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 32m

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 New Bedford, 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 New Bedford, MA

This is one driving day of about 85.1 miles and 1h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Bedford, 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 33.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 42.5 mi from New Bedford, MA · 53m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

43 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.5 miles from New Bedford, 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.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lawrence, 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

$13.55 one way

$27.09 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$14.73	$29.46
premium	$4.80	$16.08	$32.16
diesel	$5.64	$18.91	$37.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	25.5	$8.94	$4.08
Efficient EV	21.3	$7.45	$3.40
EV Truck/SUV	34	$11.91	$5.45

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 years ago

Origin

New Bedford, MA

Afternoon in New Bedford on Sunday

Local time

4:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lawrence, MA

Afternoon in Lawrence on Sunday

Local time

4:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

43 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 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 50m 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 New Bedford, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 85.1 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 93, Amvets Highway, Alfred Bessette Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 42.5 miles from New Bedford, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.55 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 route from New Bedford, MA to Lawrence, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from New Bedford, MA to Lawrence, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Lawrence, MA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

New Bedford, MA

Lawrence, MA

Same local time

23 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 50m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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