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Trip from Beverly, MA to Ballardvale, MA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

37m

Distance

23.5 mi

38 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min
4 AM
0h 34m ★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Massachusetts, USA

Beverly, MA

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Downtown Ballardvale, MA, MA

Ballardvale, MA

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Trip Overview

Beverly, MA to Ballardvale, MA is 23.5 miles and takes about 37 minutes via Yankee Division Highway and I-93, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a drive that involves a fair amount of turning, characteristic of local travel, rather than a long, straight highway haul. It's an ideal route for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without committing to an all-day journey.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Yankee Division Highway 11.7 mi 16m
I 93 2.9 mi 3m
Ballardvale Street 2.1 mi 3m
Lowell Street 1.6 mi 2m
Salem Street 1.3 mi 3m
Cabot Street 1.1 mi 1m
River Street 0.9 mi 1m
Dodge Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Yankee Division Highway — 11.7 mi, about 16m

Traffic on I-93

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 220 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~5,735 veh/hr typical

Quietest

2 AM

~418 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

13.7×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Beverly, MA and Ballardvale, MA.

1

Start on this road

168 ft · 18 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn left

127 ft · 14 sec
3

Turn right

218 ft · 17 sec
4

Turn right onto MA 1A

1.1 mi · 1 min · Cabot Street
5

Turn slight right onto MA 1A

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Dodge Street
6

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward MA 128 South: Peabody, Boston
7

Merge onto MA 128

12 mi · 16 min · Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 58 Toward MA 129: Wakefield Center, Wilmington Use the slight right lane.
9

Enter roundabout onto MA 129

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Salem Street
10

Continue on MA 129

1.1 mi · 2 min · Salem Street
Use the left lane.
11

Continue on MA 129

1.6 mi · 2 min · Lowell Street
12

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward I 93 North: Lawrence, Concord New Hampshire
13

Merge onto I 93

2.9 mi · 3 min · I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 35 Toward MA 125: Andover, North Andover Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork

382 ft · 9 sec
Toward MA 125 North: Ballardvale Street, Andover, North Andover, Merrimack College Use the left / right lanes.
16

Turn straight onto MA 125

503 ft · 18 sec · MA 125
17

Turn left onto Ballardvale Street

2.1 mi · 3 min · Ballardvale Street
18

Continue on River Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · River Street
19

Turn left onto Andover Street

389 ft · 17 sec · Andover Street
20

Turn left onto Tewksbury Street

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Tewksbury Street
21

Turn left onto Marland Street

164 ft · 7 sec · Marland Street
22

Arrive at destination

Marland Street

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 20.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

At end of road, turn left

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

6
1.5 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the exit toward MA 128 South: Peabody, Boston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward MA 128 South: Peabody, Boston
8
13.3 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the exit toward MA 129: Wakefield Center, Wilmington

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 58 Toward MA 129: Wakefield Center, Wilmington
8
19.7 mi into trip | ~29m in

Take the exit toward MA 125: Andover, North Andover

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 35 Toward MA 125: Andover, North Andover
8
20.1 mi into trip | ~30m in

Keep slight right at fork toward MA 125 North: Ballardvale Street, Andover, North Andover, Merrimack College

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left / right lanes. Toward MA 125 North: Ballardvale Street, Andove...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.68 one way

$7.36 round trip

$3.98/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $4.10 $8.20
premium $4.79 $4.43 $8.86
diesel $4.80 $4.44 $8.87

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$4

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 7.1 0 $2.47 $1.13
Efficient EV 5.9 0 $2.06 $0.94
EV Truck/SUV 9.4 0 $3.29 $1.50

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast as of Jun 30, 2026

Origin

Beverly, MA

Morning in Beverly on Monday

Local time

6:04 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Mostly Clear

SW 3 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Extreme Heat Watch

Extreme Heat Watch issued June 30 at 2:19AM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY

Extreme Heat Watch

Extreme Heat Watch issued June 30 at 1:38AM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

Destination

Ballardvale, MA

Morning in Ballardvale on Monday

Local time

6:04 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Mostly Clear

S 1 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Extreme Heat Watch

Extreme Heat Watch issued June 30 at 2:19AM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY

Extreme Heat Watch

Extreme Heat Watch issued June 30 at 1:38AM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

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

1 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

37m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be navigating more intersections and changes in direction than you might on a pure interstate route. With only a 13% highway share, much of your journey will be on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.7 miles on the Yankee Division Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you transition back to more localized navigation. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires attention to your surroundings.

Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on Yankee Division Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

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 16 decision points packed into just 23.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 37m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

154 ft 28 ft

Total Climb

216 ft

Total Descent

140 ft

Highest Point

154 ft

~15.1 mi in

Elevation Range

125 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Beverly, MA and Ballardvale, MA, road signs point toward Boston, Wilmington, Concord New Hampshire, Andover and Merrimack College.

Boston

1.5 mi in | ~2m

Wilmington

13.3 mi in | ~18m

Concord New Hampshire

16.4 mi in | ~25m

Andover

19.7 mi in | ~29m

Merrimack College

20.1 mi in | ~30m

About the Cities

Starting in Beverly, MA

Full guide →

Founded 1626

Beverly is a city of 43,000 people (2020) in the North Shore region of Massachusetts. Dating back to the 17th century, Beverly has a long maritime history intertwined with resort, residential, and manufacturing roles that have helped defined the city as it is today. From the city's more urbanized western side to the rural estates of the east, Beverly possesses a diverse landscape that adds a number of different areas for visitors to explore. In addition, Beverly also functions as a regional center of higher education, being home to both Endicott College and the Montserrat College of Art which help bring a collegial and cultured environment to the community.

Top landmarks

  • • Hospital Point Range Front Light — lighthouse in Massachusetts, United States
  • • Beverly Center Business District — historic district in Massachusetts, United States
  • • Beverly Depot — railway station in Beverly, Massachusetts

Arriving in Ballardvale, MA

Full guide →

Andover is a town in Massachusetts with a population of 37,000 (2020). It is situated at the crossroads of I-495 and I-93 in the heart of the Merrimack Valley. North Andover is a small town on the banks of the Merrimack River. It has a population of about 31,000 (2020) and is 25 miles north of Boston.

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 37m. Total distance: 23.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 11.7 miles on Yankee Division Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Ballardvale, 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: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Salem Maritime National Historical Park, Lowell National Historical Park and Boston 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 Ballardvale, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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