Origin
Upton, MA
Evening in Upton on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Upton, MA to Lawrence, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Upton, MA
Italo Melo
Lawrence, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Upton, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 495, West Main Street, Hopkinton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.2 miles on I 495. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.39 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
26.2 miles from Upton, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 6m highway drive covering 52.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 495 and West Main Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 45.2 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 16 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 45.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and West Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in near I 495.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 6m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.4 miles (South Union Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
49.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
4
50.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
South Union Street
Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
Canal Street
Turn right onto Canal Street
Navigation decision point
5
52.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
Essex Street
Turn left onto Essex Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 45.2 mi | 52m |
| West Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Hopkinton Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Union Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Parker Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Amesbury Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Winthrop Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 45.2 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upton, MA and Lawrence, MA.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Turn slight right onto School Street
349 ft
·
11 sec
·
School Street
3
Turn slight right onto Hopkinton Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Hopkinton Road
4
Continue on West Main Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
6
Merge onto I 495
45 mi
·
52 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 99B
Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto MA 28
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Union Street
9
Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Union Street
10
Turn left onto MA 114
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
11
Continue on MA 114
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Parker Street
12
Continue on Amesbury Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Amesbury Street
13
Turn right onto Canal Street
282 ft
·
6 sec
·
Canal Street
14
Turn left onto Lawrence Street
492 ft
·
18 sec
·
Lawrence Street
15
Turn left onto Essex Street
498 ft
·
11 sec
·
Essex Street
16
Arrive at destination
Essex Street
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 26.2 miles from Upton, MA, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.2 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 12 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.2 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
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 Upton, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Upton, MA
This is one driving day of about 52.4 miles and 1h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Upton, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 495 for about 45.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Upton, MA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Upton, 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
$8.39 one way
$16.77 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.15 | $18.29 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.95 | $19.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Lawrence, MA
Evening in Lawrence on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Bolton, MA
26 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
17 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 6m 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 Upton, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, West Main Street, Hopkinton Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 miles from Upton, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.39 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 6m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.4 miles (South Union Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Upton, MA to Lawrence, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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