Origin
Ashland, MA
Late night in Ashland on Tuesday
Local time
5:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ashland, MA to Haverhill, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
56.7 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ashland, MA
Phil Evenden
Haverhill, MA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Ashland to Haverhill, you can expect a straightforward journey spanning 56.7 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-495, Turnpike Road, and River Street, ensuring a direct connection across the Northeast region of Massachusetts. With an estimated fuel cost of just $9, it is an economical choice for a quick transit. Because the route is compact and efficient, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 46.6 mi | 54m |
| Turnpike Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| River Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Oak Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Cordaville Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Oak Hill Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Washington Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 46.6 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashland, MA and Haverhill, MA.
1
Start on this road
45 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Concord Street
241 ft
·
12 sec
·
Concord Street
3
Turn right onto Front Street
326 ft
·
13 sec
·
Front Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pleasant Street
6
Continue on Cordaville Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cordaville Road
7
Turn right onto Oak Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Street
8
Continue on Oak Hill Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Hill Road
9
Turn left onto MA 9
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Turnpike Road
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 495
47 mi
·
54 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 107
Toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
165 ft
·
4 sec
Toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
14
Turn straight onto MA 110; MA 113
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
15
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Washington Street
16
Turn left onto MA 110
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Emerson Street
17
Turn right onto Bailey Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Bailey Boulevard
18
Turn right onto MA 125
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
MA 125
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 28.3 miles from Ashland, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 54.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Concord Street
Turn left onto Concord Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
6.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Lowell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
8
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 107
Toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
7
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.07 one way
$18.15 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.90 | $19.79 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.77 | $21.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.21
Turnpike Road
(2.9 mi)
$0.21
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Haverhill, MA
Late night in Haverhill on Tuesday
Local time
5:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
19 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 12m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will settle into a long, consistent rhythm for the majority of the trip, as your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 46.6 miles on I-495. While the interstate portion offers a fast-paced environment, the character of the road shifts once you exit onto Turnpike Road and River Street to reach your final destination. Expect a reliable, functional commute that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding backroads. Being behind the wheel here is about steady cruising rather than technical maneuvering, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal stress.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.6 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Turnpike Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Concord Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Concord Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Haverhill, MA
Full guide →Haverhill is a city in Massachusetts with a population of about 68,000 (2020).
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 56.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 46.6 miles on I 495. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.21 in tolls one way, starting with Turnpike Road. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Haverhill, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Concord Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Lowell National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Salem Maritime National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Haverhill, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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