Origin
Hopedale, MA
Late night in Hopedale on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hopedale, MA to Lawrence, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
55.4 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hopedale, MA
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Lawrence, MA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 56.8 miles across Massachusetts, this drive connects Hopedale to Lawrence in roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes. It is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as the duration is short enough that you won't need to plan for an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $9 on fuel for the journey, making this an economical option for travel within the Northeast. Since the route relies entirely on local roads, you should prepare for a slower pace compared to interstate travel. It is a straightforward trip between two points in the state, offering a practical way to navigate the region without the stress of high-speed highway traffic.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 48.9 mi | 56m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Cedar Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Union Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Adin Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Parker Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Amesbury Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Winthrop Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 48.9 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopedale, MA and Lawrence, MA.
1
Start on Hopedale Street
40 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hopedale Street
2
Turn right onto Peace Street
374 ft
·
18 sec
·
Peace Street
3
Turn right onto Dutcher Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Dutcher Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Adin Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Adin Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto MA 16
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
6
Turn left onto MA 85
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Cedar Street
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
8
Merge onto I 495
49 mi
·
56 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 99B
Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto MA 28
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Union Street
11
Keep slight right at fork onto South Union Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Union Street
12
Turn left onto MA 114
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
13
Continue on MA 114
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Parker Street
14
Continue on Amesbury Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Amesbury Street
15
Turn right onto Canal Street
282 ft
·
6 sec
·
Canal Street
16
Turn left onto Lawrence Street
492 ft
·
18 sec
·
Lawrence Street
17
Turn left onto Essex Street
498 ft
·
11 sec
·
Essex Street
18
Arrive at destination
Essex Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from Hopedale, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 52.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Peace Street
Turn right onto Peace Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Dutcher Street
Turn right onto Dutcher Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
MA 85 / Cedar Street
Turn left onto MA 85 / Cedar Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward MA 28 North: Lawrence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 99B
Toward MA 28 North: Lawrence
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.87 one way
$17.73 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $9.67 | $19.34 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.52 | $21.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.23 | $24.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.85 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.76 | $3.55 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Lawrence, MA
Late night in Lawrence on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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 10m 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 turn-heavy local drive as you navigate through the heart of the region. Because this route features 0% highway share, you will spend the entire 56.8 miles on local surface streets rather than cruising on an interstate. You will primarily navigate via Peace Street, Dutcher Street, and Adin Street, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. The absence of long, uninterrupted highway stretches means the driving experience is constant and deliberate. Rather than a monotonous grind, this journey keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.9 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Main Street. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Peace Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.4 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (Peace Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Dutcher Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (MA 85 / Cedar Street): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Lawrence, MA
Full guide →Lawrence is a city in Massachusetts with a population of about 89,000 (2020). Methuen is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 53,000 (2020).
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 10m. Total distance: 55.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.9 miles on I 495. 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 Lawrence, 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: near the start (Peace Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Dutcher Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (MA 85 / Cedar Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Lowell National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Salem Maritime 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 Lawrence, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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