Origin
Quincy, MA
Night in Quincy on Friday
Local time
9:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Quincy, MA to North Andover, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
36.6 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Quincy, MA
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North Andover, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Quincy, MA to North Andover, MA covers 36.6 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 93, I 495, Southeast Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.6 miles on I 93. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 36.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 36.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 93 and I 495. The longest continuous stretch is about 21.6 miles on I 93.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 21.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and I 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in near I 93.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 36.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
10.2 mi into trip
|
~18m 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 lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Concord NH
7
31.8 mi into trip
|
~43m 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
7
35.8 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward North Andover
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 101
Toward North Andover
7
35.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Massachusetts Avenue, North Andover
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Massachusetts Avenue, North Andover
7
36.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
Waverley Road
Turn sharp left onto Waverley Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 21.6 mi | 25m |
| I 495 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Southeast Expressway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Newport Avenue | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Hancock Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Waverley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Massachusetts Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 21.6 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Quincy, MA and North Andover, MA.
1
Start on Faxon Avenue
362 ft
·
17 sec
·
Faxon Avenue
2
Turn right onto Coddington Street
265 ft
·
7 sec
·
Coddington Street
3
Turn right onto Hancock Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Hancock Street
Use the right lane.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto Adams Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Adams Street
5
Turn right onto Newport Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Newport Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Turn slight left onto MA 3A
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Hancock Street
7
Continue on MA 3A
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Neponset Avenue
8
Merge onto MA 3A
247 ft
·
6 sec
·
William T. Morrissey Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Take the exit onto MA 3A
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
MA 3A
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston
10
Merge onto I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
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 lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40A
Toward I 495 North: Lawrence
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 495
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
I 495
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 101
Toward North Andover
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
205 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Massachusetts Avenue, North Andover
17
Turn straight onto Massachusetts Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Massachusetts Avenue
18
Turn sharp left onto Waverley Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Waverley Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto Middlesex Street
142 ft
·
8 sec
·
Middlesex Street
20
Turn right
61 ft
·
4 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.3 mi from Quincy, MA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from Quincy, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Andover, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into North Andover, 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
$5.86 one way
$11.71 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.39 | $12.78 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.95 | $13.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
North Andover, MA
Night in North Andover on Friday
Local time
9:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
51m 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 Quincy, MA to North Andover, MA covers 36.6 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 93, I 495, Southeast 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 18.3 miles from Quincy, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.86 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 short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 36.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Quincy, MA to North Andover, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Adams National Historical Park, Boston National Historical Park and Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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