Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
16.8 mi
27 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beverly, MA
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Town of North Andover, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Beverly, MA to Town of North Andover, MA is 16.8 miles and takes about 29m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a drive with frequent turns, making it a good option for a quick local excursion. With a short duration of under 30 minutes, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits you best.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Elliott Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Boxford Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Maple Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Topsfield Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lawrence Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Salem Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Beverly, MA and Town of North Andover, MA.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn right
Turn right onto Charles Street
Turn right onto Sohier Road
Turn slight right onto Colon Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Colon Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 1A
Turn right onto MA 62
Turn slight left onto Conant Street
Continue on MA 62
Continue on MA 62
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto US 1
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto Topsfield Road
Continue on Topsfield Road Extension
Continue on Main Street
Turn slight left onto Lawrence Road
Continue on Boxford Street
Continue on Salem Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Sohier Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto MA 1A / Rantoul Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Take the exit toward Topsfield, Boxford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Topsfield Road, Boxford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$2.69 one way
$5.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.93 | $5.86 |
| premium | $4.82 | $3.19 | $6.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Beverly on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Town of North Andover on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Partly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route features a mix of highway and local roads, with about 22% of the drive on I 95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.6 miles on I 95. The profile of this drive is described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you should anticipate navigating several intersections and changes in direction, particularly as you transition off the highway. This isn't a straightforward cruise; be prepared for more active driving.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
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 16.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Sohier Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (MA 1A / Rantoul Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Beverly, MA and Town of North Andover, MA, road signs point toward Portsmouth New Hampshire, Topsfield and Boxford.
Portsmouth New Hampshire
Topsfield
Boxford
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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 16.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m 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.
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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