Origin
Haverhill, MA
Late night in Haverhill on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haverhill, MA to Arlington, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Haverhill, MA
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Arlington, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Haverhill to Arlington, expect a straightforward 32.7-mile journey that typically takes about 45 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, as it is short enough that you will not need an overnight stop. Budgeting around $5 for fuel is reasonable for this distance, making it a very economical excursion within the Northeast region. By utilizing a combination of I-93, I-495, and Washington Street, you can navigate between these two Massachusetts communities with ease. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you to your destination efficiently without requiring extensive logistical planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| I 495 | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Washington Street | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| River Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Mystic Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Church Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Cambridge Street | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Merrimack Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 13.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haverhill, MA and Arlington, MA.
1
Start on MA 125
442 ft
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto MA 113
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Merrimack Street
3
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Washington Street
4
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
218 ft
·
5 sec
·
Washington Street
5
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
River Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 495 South: Lawrence
7
Merge onto I 495
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 97A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 93
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 27
Toward Montvale Avenue, Stoneham, Woburn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Montvale Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Montvale Avenue
12
Turn left onto Washington Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Mount Vernon Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Mount Vernon Street
14
Enter roundabout onto Church Street
316 ft
·
6 sec
·
Church Street
15
Continue on Church Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
16
Turn left onto US 3
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
Cambridge Street
17
Continue on US 3
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Mystic Street
18
Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Massachusetts Avenue
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto Academy Street
320 ft
·
18 sec
·
Academy Street
20
Turn left
203 ft
·
14 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Haverhill, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 29 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
12.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward I 93 South: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 97A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
5
13.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 93
Merge onto I 93
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
26.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward Montvale Avenue, Stoneham, Woburn
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 27
Toward Montvale Avenue, Stoneham, Woburn
6
29 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
Church Street
Enter roundabout onto Church Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.23 one way
$10.47 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.71 | $11.41 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.21 | $12.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Arlington, MA
Late night in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Lexington, MA
16 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
45m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 70% of this drive takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the interstate, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.4 miles on I-93. The personality of this trip is defined by fast-paced highway travel that eventually transitions into local roads like Washington Street as you approach Arlington. While it lacks the winding character of secondary backroads, the route offers a steady, predictable pace for the driver. You should be prepared for the typical rhythm of Massachusetts highway traffic as you move through this 45-minute commute.
70% 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: 13.4 mi on I 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and I 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near I 495.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 32.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles (I 93): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
126 ft
17 ft
Total Climb
165 ft
Total Descent
139 ft
Highest Point
126 ft
~11.7 mi in
Elevation Range
109 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Haverhill, MA and Arlington, MA, road signs point toward Stoneham and Woburn.
Stoneham
26.4 mi in
|
~33m
Woburn
26.4 mi in
|
~33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 32.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.4 miles on I 93. 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 Arlington, 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 3.1 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles (I 93): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arlington, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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