Origin
Winthrop, MA
Late night in Winthrop on Friday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winthrop, MA to Lawrence, MA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winthrop, MA
Phil Evenden
Lawrence, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Winthrop to Lawrence, you are planning a straightforward 31.3-mile trip that typically takes about 46 minutes. Given the short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $5 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. Navigating through the region via Ferry Street, I-93, and I-495 makes for an efficient transit. Whether you are heading out for business or visiting friends, this drive provides a practical link between these Massachusetts communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 63% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. Expect a transition from local paths like Ferry Street onto the major interstate arteries that define the bulk of your travel. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 16.8 miles along I-93, which sets the pace for the majority of the drive. The personality of this route is functional and direct, prioritizing speed and efficiency over winding backroads. You will find that the road maintains a consistent, fast-paced character once you merge onto the main highway corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 37 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 16.8 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 0.2 miles in near Pauline Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 22 decision points packed into just 31.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Pauline Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Crescent Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (MA 107 / Broadway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Pauline Street
Turn right onto Pauline Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Crescent Avenue
Turn left onto Crescent Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
3.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
MA 107 / Broadway
At end of road, turn right onto MA 107 / Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
26 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
28.7 mi into trip
|
~41m 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 | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| I 495 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Ferry Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Park Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Winthrop Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Fellsway West | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Revere Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 16.8 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winthrop, MA and Lawrence, MA.
1
Start on Winthrop Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Winthrop Street
2
Turn right onto Pauline Street
153 ft
·
3 sec
·
Pauline Street
3
Continue on Winthrop Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Winthrop Street
4
Turn slight right onto Revere Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Revere Street
5
Turn left onto MA 145
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Revere Street
6
Continue on MA 145
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Winthrop Parkway
7
Turn left onto Crescent Avenue
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Crescent Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on Crescent Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Crescent Avenue
9
Keep slight right at fork onto Crescent Avenue
238 ft
·
6 sec
·
Crescent Avenue
10
Turn straight onto Bennington Street
126 ft
·
5 sec
·
Bennington Street
11
Turn left onto Winthrop Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
12
Turn straight onto MA 145
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Revere Beach Parkway
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on Winthrop Avenue
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
14
At end of road, turn right onto MA 107
194 ft
·
11 sec
·
Broadway
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto Park Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
16
Continue on Elm Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
17
Turn right onto Ferry Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Ferry Street
18
Turn left onto MA 60
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Centre Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Continue on MA 60
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Pleasant Street
20
Continue on MA 60
371 ft
·
8 sec
·
Salem Street
21
Turn right onto MA 28
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Fellsway West
22
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
123 ft
·
2 sec
·
Fellsway West
23
Continue on MA 28
212 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fellsway West
24
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 93 North: Concord New Hampshire
25
Merge onto I 93
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40A
Toward I 495 North: Lawrence
Use the slight right lane.
27
Merge onto I 495
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 495
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 99B
Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence
Use the slight right lane.
29
Turn straight onto MA 28
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Union Street
30
Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Union Street
31
Turn left onto MA 114
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
32
Continue on MA 114
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Parker Street
33
Continue on Amesbury Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Amesbury Street
34
Turn right onto Canal Street
282 ft
·
6 sec
·
Canal Street
35
Turn left onto Lawrence Street
492 ft
·
18 sec
·
Lawrence Street
36
Turn left onto Essex Street
498 ft
·
11 sec
·
Essex Street
37
Arrive at destination
Essex Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from Winthrop, MA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Winthrop, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lawrence, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lawrence, 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
$5.01 one way
$10.02 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.46 | $10.93 |
| premium | $4.82 | $5.94 | $11.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Late night in Lawrence on Friday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
7 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
46m 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 Winthrop, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 31.3 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 93, I 495, Ferry 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 15.6 miles from Winthrop, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.01 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 22 decision points packed into just 31.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Pauline Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Crescent Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (MA 107 / Broadway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Winthrop, MA to Lawrence, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Boston National Historical Park, Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area and Lowell National Historical Park. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
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