Bridgewater Service Plaza Southbound
0 mi from route
Trip from Haverhill, MA to City of Taunton, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
73.9 mi
119 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Haverhill, MA
Wikimedia Commons
City of Taunton, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
Haverhill to Taunton is 73.9 miles and takes about 1h 35m via I 93 and I 495, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The majority of the drive is on major highways, making it a straightforward transit. It's a good option for a quick connection between areas without a lot of fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.9 miles from Haverhill, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 23.1 mi | 27m |
| Amvets Highway | 20.7 mi | 23m |
| I 495 | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Southeast Expressway | 8 mi | 10m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Interstate 93 HOV lane | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| River Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| New State Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 23.1 mi, about 27m
Traffic on I-93
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 423 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~5,636 veh/hr typical · worst 6,551
Quietest
2 AM
~447 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.6×
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 Haverhill, MA and City of Taunton, 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
20 mi
·
23 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
Use the slight left lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 93 HOV lane
12
Merge onto I 93; US 1
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
I 93; US 1
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
15
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
16
Continue on MA 24
21 mi
·
23 min
·
Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 20
Toward US 44: Taunton, Middleboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
424 ft
·
10 sec
Toward US 44 West: Taunton
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto US 44
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
New State Highway
20
Continue on US 44
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Cape Road
21
Continue on US 44
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Dean Street
22
Continue on US 44
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Church Green
23
Continue on US 44; MA 140
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
24
Enter roundabout onto MA 138
45 ft
·
0 sec
·
Broadway
25
Continue on MA 138
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Broadway
26
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
81 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pleasant Street
27
Turn left
171 ft
·
12 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given this drive is just 1h 35m, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning could help you avoid any peak commuter traffic. Since the longest stretch on a single highway is 23.1 miles, you can easily cover significant ground between planned breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is around $12 for the trip. Consider a quick stop around the midpoint if you need to stretch your legs, but it's not strictly necessary for this relatively short distance.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.9 miles from Haverhill, MA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.9 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Taunton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Haverhill, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Haverhill, MA
This is one driving day of about 73.9 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Haverhill, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 93 for about 23.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.9 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Bridgewater Service Plaza Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Commissioners Landing
0.8 mi from route
Rest Area I-495 (North Bound)
2.1 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 12.7 and 71.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
6
32.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
7
49.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 4
Toward MA 24 South: Fall River
8
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward US 44: Taunton, Middleboro
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 20
Toward US 44: Taunton, Middleboro
8
71.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 44 West: Taunton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 44 West: Taunton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.11 one way
$26.21 round trip
$4.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.90 | $14.25 | $28.50 |
| premium | $5.29 | $15.39 | $30.79 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $15.57 | $31.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.76 | $3.55 |
| Efficient EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.35 | $4.73 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Origin
Haverhill, MA
Afternoon in Haverhill on Wednesday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
W 8 to 12 mph
19% chance
Live forecast
Destination
City of Taunton, MA
Afternoon in City of Taunton on Wednesday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SW 10 mph
24% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
1h 35m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Boston National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 35.7
View on nps.gov
Adams National Historical Park
National Historical Park
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
1 mi from route
~4 min detour
$15
near mile 45.9
View on nps.gov
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 40.8
View on nps.gov
Lowell National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 12.7
View on nps.gov
Minute Man National Historical Park
National Historical Park
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 25.5
View on nps.gov
Salem Maritime National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 28
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for about 62% of this 73.9-mile route. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 23.1 miles on I 93. Expect a predominantly highway experience, with a significant portion on I 495. As you transition off the main interstates, you'll encounter more surface road driving.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.1 mi on I 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and Amvets Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.9 miles you will encounter 16 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 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.7 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
220 ft
11 ft
Total Climb
326 ft
Total Descent
342 ft
Highest Point
220 ft
~58.1 mi in
Elevation Range
209 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Bloc
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Somerville, MA
Hours: Mo-Su 07:00-18:00
Visit websiteNew England Baptist Church
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Andala Coffee House
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Cambridge, MA
Cuisine: arab
Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-23:00, Sa-Su 08:00-23:00
Visit websiteMariposa Bakery
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Cambridge, MA
Hours: Tu-Fr 08:00-15:00; Sa 08:00-16:00; Su 09...
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.7 mi from route
~7 min detour
Cambridge, MA
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websitePacific Street Cafe
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.6 mi from route
~7 min detour
Cambridge, MA
Hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-18:00
Fusion Kitchen
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Cuisine: sushi
Visit websiteEl Mariachi
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Taunton, MA
Cuisine: mexican
Visit websiteSubway
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Taunton, MA
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 08:00-21:00
Visit websiteRomanza Pizzaria
Restaurant
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: pizza
Dunkin'
Fast_food
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Taunton, MA
Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop
Hours: 05:00-19:00
Visit websiteEl Potro
Restaurant
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Somerville
Cuisine: mexican
Visit websiteGibson Playground
Park
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
South Street Historic District
Park
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
1.8 mi from route
~4 min detour
Jackson Gardens
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Pulaski Square
Park
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Davis Square
Park
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Charles Park
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Old Colony History Museum
Museum
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Taunton, MA
Hours: Tu-Sa 10:00-16:00
Visit websiteSomerville Historical Museum
Museum
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
MA
Hours: Th 14:00-19:00; Fr 14:00-17:00; Sa 12:00...
Visit websiteBradford Common Historic District
District
Near the start, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Woburn Street Historic District
District
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Mount Vernon Street Historic District
District
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Jackson Terrace Historic District
District
Near the start, right off the route
First break
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Le Meridien Cambridge-MIT
Hotel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Cambridge, MA
Hampshire House
Hotel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Boston, MA
The Westin Boston Seaport District
Hotel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
3.4 mi from route
~8 min detour
Boston, MA
Visit websiteAndover Inn
Hotel
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Haverhill, MA
Full guide →Founded 1640
Haverhill is a city in Massachusetts with a population of about 68,000 (2020).
Top landmarks
- • Bradford Common Historic District — historic district in Massachusetts, United States
- • Bradford Burial Ground — historic cemetery in Massachusetts, United States
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 35m. Total distance: 73.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.1 miles on I 93. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas 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 City of Taunton, 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 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.7 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Boston National Historical Park, Adams National Historical Park and Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area (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 City of Taunton, 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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