Haverhill to Dedham is 52.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 8 minutes via Yankee Division Highway and I-495, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, moving from the Northeast region further into the Northeast. It's a relatively short drive, mostly on highways, making it a straightforward option for a single-day trip. You'll find yourself on a mix of high-speed roads and surface streets, so be prepared for varying conditions as you approach your destination.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Yankee Division Highway
17.1 mi
23m
I 495
16.7 mi
19m
US 3
9.8 mi
11m
River Street
2.1 mi
3m
Common Street
1.1 mi
1m
High Street
0.7 mi
1m
West Street
0.6 mi
1m
East Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Yankee Division Highway
— 17.1 mi, about 23m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 271 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~5,822 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,758
Quietest
2 AM
~254 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Dedham, 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
17 mi·19 min·I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·14 sec
Exit 89C-B-AToward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New HampshireUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·25 sec
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 89AToward US 3 South: Burlington, Logan Airport
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·35 sec
Toward US 3 SouthUse the straight / right lanes.
13
Merge onto US 3
9.8 mi·11 min·US 3
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·54 sec
Exit 72BToward I 95 South: Providence Rhode IslandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 95; MA 128
17 mi·23 min·Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 32Toward MA 135: Needham, NatickUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto MA 135
0.6 mi·1 min·West Street
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on Common Street
1.1 mi·1 min·Common Street
19
Continue on High Street
0.7 mi·1 min·High Street
20
Continue on High Street
131 ft·2 sec·High Street
Use the right lane.
21
Turn right onto East Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Street
22
Arrive at destination
East Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 26.1 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.8 and 49 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
19.8 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
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 89C-B-A
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
7
20 mi into trip|~25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
7
20.6 mi into trip|~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 3 South: Burlington, Logan Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 89A
Toward US 3 South: Burlington, Logan Airport
8
31.2 mi into trip|~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72B
Toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
8
49 mi into trip|~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward MA 135: Needham, Natick
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 32
Toward MA 135: Needham, Natick
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.17 one way
$16.35 round trip
$3.98/gal25.4 MPG avg18 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$9.11
$18.22
premium
$4.79
$9.84
$19.68
diesel
$4.80
$9.86
$19.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
15.7
0
$5.48
$2.51
Efficient EV
13.1
0
$4.57
$2.09
EV Truck/SUV
20.9
0
$7.31
$3.34
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Forecast as of Jul 15, 2026
Origin
Haverhill, MA
Afternoon
in Haverhill on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
W 7 mph30% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 12:40AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 15 at 12:26AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Destination
Dedham, MA
Afternoon
in Dedham on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Cloudy
W 7 mph11% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 12:40AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 15 at 12:26AM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
83°F
Lincoln, MA
26 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
1 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 8m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features 51% highway driving, with the longest continuous stretch on Yankee Division Highway extending for 17.1 miles. After the highway segments, you'll transition to surface roads for the remainder of the trip. Expect a moderate number of exits on the highway portions. The mix means you'll experience both faster cruising and more stop-and-go traffic as you get closer to Dedham.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.1 mi on Yankee Division Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.8 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 19.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
199 ft49 ft
Total Climb
296 ft
Total Descent
238 ft
Highest Point
199 ft
~26.1 mi in
Elevation Range
150 ft
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 Dedham, MA, road signs point toward Nashua New Hampshire, Logan Airport and Natick.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 52.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.1 miles on Yankee Division Highway. 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 Dedham, 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 19.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Lowell National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Adams 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 Dedham, MA before heading back.
