Haverhill to Marshfield is 66.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 28 minutes via I-93 and MA-3, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, making it a straightforward drive through the Northeast region. With the majority of the route on major highways, expect a fairly direct path. This is a good option for a quick trip when you want to get to your destination efficiently.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 93
19.6 mi
23m
MA 3
16.4 mi
20m
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
Plain Street
2.4 mi
4m
River Street
2.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 19.6 mi, about 23m
Traffic on I-93
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 378 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~5,600 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,451
Quietest
2 AM
~442 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.7×
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 Marshfield, 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 97AToward I 93 South: BostonUse 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 left at fork onto MA 3
16 mi·20 min·MA 3
Exit 7Toward MA 3 South: Cape CodUse the slight left lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 27Toward MA 139: Marshfield, Hanover, Marshfield Municipal Airport
16
Turn right onto MA 139
0.4 mi·53 sec·Church Street
17
Continue on MA 139
2.4 mi·4 min·Plain Street
18
Continue on MA 139
0.8 mi·1 min·Ocean Street
19
Arrive at destination
MA 139
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 33.2 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 62.6 — 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
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.
8
46.2 mi into trip|~59m in|MA 3
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 3 toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7
Toward MA 3 South: Cape Cod
6
62.6 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward MA 139: Marshfield, Hanover, Marshfield Municipal Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 27
Toward MA 139: Marshfield, Hanover, Marshfield...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.41 one way
$20.82 round trip
$3.98/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$11.60
$23.21
premium
$4.79
$12.54
$25.08
diesel
$4.80
$12.56
$25.11
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20
0
$6.98
$3.19
Efficient EV
16.6
0
$5.82
$2.66
EV Truck/SUV
26.6
0
$9.31
$4.26
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Jul 4, 2026
Origin
Haverhill, MA
Morning
in Haverhill on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 3 to 9 mph30% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 4 at 2:22AM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 4 at 2:22AM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Destination
Marshfield, MA
Morning
in Marshfield on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 8 mph31% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 4 at 2:22AM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 4 at 2:22AM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
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 28m 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 is predominantly on highways, with 89% of the 66.5 miles covered on major roads like I-93 and MA-3. You'll encounter your longest stretch without exiting for 19.6 miles on I-93. Expect a consistent highway experience for most of the drive, with surface roads becoming more prevalent as you approach your destination in Marshfield.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.6 mi on I 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and MA 3. 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 Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.5 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 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 32.7 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
169 ft10 ft
Total Climb
335 ft
Total Descent
368 ft
Highest Point
169 ft
~28.5 mi in
Elevation Range
160 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 Marshfield, MA, road signs point toward Hanover and Marshfield Municipal Airport.
Marshfield is a town on the South Shore of Massachusetts in Plymouth County. It includes the villages of Brant Rock, Green Harbor, Ocean Bluffs, North Marshfield, and Marshfield Hills. It is best known as the home of Daniel Webster an important national political figure from 1832 until his death in 1852. He was also known as "the farmer of Marshfield." Marshfield has a yearly population of 25,000 people (2010) which grows to about 40,000 during the summer because of its location on the coast.
Top landmarks
•Thomas-Webster Estate — building in Massachusetts, United States
•Winslow Cemetery — historic cemetery in Marshfield, Massachusetts
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 66.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.6 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 Marshfield, 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 32.7 miles (I 93 / Interstate 93 HOV lane): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, Boston 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 Marshfield, MA before heading back.
