Origin
Grafton, MA
Late night in Grafton on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grafton, MA to Haverhill, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
60.5 mi
97 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grafton, MA
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Haverhill, MA
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Grafton and Haverhill covers a 60.6-mile span that typically takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes to complete. Because this route stays within the Northeast region of Massachusetts, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight arrangements. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel for the trip. Since the drive relies entirely on local roads like Worcester Street, North Main Street, and Shrewsbury Street, you should prepare for a steady pace rather than a high-speed interstate sprint. It is a straightforward trip that works well for those looking to traverse the area without the complexity of major highway systems.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 41.1 mi | 48m |
| I 290 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Memorial Drive | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Worcester Street | 2 mi | 5m |
| River Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Boylston Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Grafton Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Shrewsbury Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 41.1 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grafton, MA and Haverhill, MA.
1
Start on MA 140
84 ft
·
9 sec
·
Worcester Street
2
Continue on MA 140
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Worcester Street
3
Keep slight right at fork onto MA 30; MA 140
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
4
Turn straight onto MA 140
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shrewsbury Street
5
Continue on MA 140
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Drive
6
Continue on MA 140
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Grafton Circle
7
Continue on MA 140
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Grafton Street
8
Continue on MA 140
480 ft
·
16 sec
·
Boylston Street
9
Continue on MA 140
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Boylston Street
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 290 East: Marlboro
11
Merge onto I 290
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
I 290
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
2 min
Exit 32B
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
13
Merge onto I 495
41 mi
·
48 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 107
Toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
165 ft
·
4 sec
Toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
16
Turn straight onto MA 110; MA 113
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
17
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Washington Street
18
Turn left onto MA 110
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Emerson Street
19
Turn right onto Bailey Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Bailey Boulevard
20
Turn right onto MA 125
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
MA 125
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Grafton, 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 15.9 and 60.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
15.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Lowell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 32B
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
5
16.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
57.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m 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
57.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
5
60.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
MA 125 / Main Street
Turn right onto MA 125 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.68 one way
$19.36 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.56 | $21.12 |
| premium | $4.82 | $11.49 | $22.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.36 | $26.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.35 | $2.90 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Haverhill, MA
Late night in Haverhill on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Hudson, MA
30 mi in
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
24 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 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 60.6-mile journey is defined by its turn-heavy local nature, as it operates with a 0% highway share. You won't find any long, monotonous interstate stretches here, as the route demands your full attention through various local streets. The character of the drive is consistent, favoring smaller roadways that keep you engaged with the surrounding town environments. Because there are no major highway segments, you will experience a more intimate look at the local infrastructure rather than a blurred landscape seen at high speeds. Expect a hands-on driving experience that requires navigating frequent turns rather than sustained cruising.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.1 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and I 290. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.9 miles in.
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 60.5 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: at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 16.6 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 60.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.1 miles on I 495. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 16.6 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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