Haverhill to Norton is 70.2 miles and takes about 1h 37m via I-93 and I-495, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Most of the drive is on major highways, making it a straightforward trip for a single day. You'll likely find it a practical way to cover this distance, especially if you're looking for efficiency.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.1 miles from Haverhill, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 43m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 93
23.1 mi
27m
I 495
9.7 mi
11m
Amvets Highway
9.2 mi
10m
Southeast Expressway
8 mi
10m
East Main Street
3.3 mi
6m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
3 mi
4m
Foundry Street
2.8 mi
5m
Interstate 93 HOV lane
2.5 mi
3m
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
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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 Norton, 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 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 4Toward MA 24 South: Fall RiverUse the slight left / straight lanes.
16
Continue on MA 24
9.2 mi·10 min·Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 31BToward MA 123 West: EastonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto MA 123
1.3 mi·2 min·Belmont Street
19
Turn left onto MA 123; MA 138
0.2 mi·20 sec·Washington Street
20
Turn right onto Central Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Central Street
21
Turn right onto MA 123
2.0 mi·4 min·Depot Street
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto MA 106; MA 123
1.1 mi·2 min·Foundry Street
23
Turn left onto MA 123
1.7 mi·3 min·Foundry Street
24
Continue on MA 123
3.3 mi·6 min·East Main Street
25
Turn left onto MA 140
175 ft·8 sec·Taunton Avenue
26
Turn left
111 ft·8 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1h 37m duration and 70.2-mile length, this is easily a same-day trip. Departing Haverhill in the late morning or early afternoon could help you avoid the peak commute times. While there are no explicitly recommended stops, the drive is short enough that you can be flexible; if you need a break, plan for one around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $13, and make sure to fill up before you leave Haverhill or at a convenient point along I-495, as services can be more spread out between highway exits.
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 35.1 miles from Haverhill, MA, or about 43m 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 15 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.1 miles or 43m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 70.2 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.7 and 59.5 — 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.
6
46.2 mi into trip|~59m in|I 93; US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1 toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode...
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
7
59.5 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward MA 123 West: Easton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31B
Toward MA 123 West: Easton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.45 one way
$24.90 round trip
$4.51/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.90
$13.54
$27.07
premium
$5.29
$14.62
$29.25
diesel
$5.35
$14.79
$29.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.1
0
$7.37
$3.37
Efficient EV
17.6
0
$6.14
$2.81
EV Truck/SUV
28.1
0
$9.83
$4.49
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 May 27, 2026
Origin
Haverhill, MA
Evening
in Haverhill on Wednesday
Local time
5:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Norton, MA
Evening
in Norton on Wednesday
Local time
5:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
3 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 37m 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.
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...
. . . 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 41.1
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 14.5
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 26.6
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 70.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 66% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a stretch of 23.1 miles on I-93 before transitioning to other main roads like I-495 and Amvets Highway. Expect a relatively continuous driving experience with fewer interruptions, typical of a route with a high highway percentage. The transition off the highway will likely involve more local traffic and varied speed limits.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 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 I 495. 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 Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.2 miles you will encounter 18 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 46.2 miles (I 93; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mansfield is a city of 24,000 people (2020) in Massachusetts. Mansfield is the home of the Xfinity Center concert venue, one of the most popular in New England. It is also the birthplace of Honey Dew Donuts, a regional New England chain of donut shops.
Easton is a town with a population of 25,000 (2020). Home to Stonehill College, The Rockery, and historically provided shovels which laid the Union Pacific Railroad.
Norton is a town with a population of 19,000 (2020). Home to Wheaton College and the Tournament Players Club of Boston, part of the PGA Tour's Deutsche Bank Championship.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 70.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). 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 2 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 Norton, 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 46.2 miles (I 93; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Norton, MA before heading back.
