Origin
Wrentham, MA
Evening in Wrentham on Sunday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wrentham, MA to Lawrence, MA
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
66.7 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
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6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wrentham, MA
Veronika Andrews
Lawrence, MA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 68.3 miles through the Northeast, this trip from Wrentham to Lawrence typically takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes. It is a straightforward drive that functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the route is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. You will primarily utilize I-495 North, MA-28 North, and Union Street to complete the journey. Because both the origin and destination are located within Massachusetts, the trip remains within a familiar regional context, making it an accessible commute or visit between the two areas.
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
33.3 miles from Wrentham, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features no significant stretches on I-495 North. You will find that the road demands your full attention, as the lack of sustained highway driving means you will be navigating shifting local roads for the duration of the 68.3-mile trip. The character of the drive is defined by its technical nature rather than high-speed highway miles. As you transition from the Wrentham area toward Lawrence, the route requires frequent adjustments and careful navigation through the local road network. It is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 61.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and South Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 21m 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 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 495 North
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
South Union Street
Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
66.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
Essex Street
Turn left onto Essex Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 61.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| South Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Union Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Parker Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Amesbury Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Winthrop Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Essex Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 61.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wrentham, MA and Lawrence, MA.
1
Start on MA 1A
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 495 North
3
Merge onto I 495
62 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 99B
Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence
Use the slight right lane.
5
Turn straight onto MA 28
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Union Street
6
Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Union Street
7
Turn left onto MA 114
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
8
Continue on MA 114
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Parker Street
9
Continue on Amesbury Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Amesbury Street
10
Turn right onto Canal Street
282 ft
·
6 sec
·
Canal Street
11
Turn left onto Lawrence Street
492 ft
·
18 sec
·
Lawrence Street
12
Turn left onto Essex Street
498 ft
·
11 sec
·
Essex Street
13
Arrive at destination
Essex Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1-hour and 8-minute journey, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid the worst of local traffic. You likely won't need to schedule formal stops given the short duration, but having your $9 fuel budget prepared ahead of time ensures a smooth departure. Pay close attention to the transitions between I-495, MA-28, and Union Street, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be tricky if you aren't watching your navigation closely. Because you are staying on local roads for the entire 68.3 miles, keep a steady pace and anticipate frequent turns. Using a reliable GPS is highly recommended here to help you navigate the specific local road shifts required to reach Lawrence successfully.
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 33.3 miles from Wrentham, MA, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.8 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 66.7 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.3 miles or 40m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wrentham, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Wrentham, MA
This is one driving day of about 66.7 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wrentham, 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 495 for about 61.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from Wrentham, MA · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 66.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Wrentham, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 495 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.8 miles.
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
$10.62 one way
$21.23 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.55 | $23.09 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.60 | $25.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.82 | $29.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $7.00 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.34 | $4.27 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Evening in Lawrence on Sunday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
33 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 21m 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 Wrentham, MA to Lawrence, MA covers 66.7 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, South Street, South Union 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 33.3 miles from Wrentham, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.62 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 21m 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 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wrentham, MA to Lawrence, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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