Origin
Rockland, MA
Morning in Rockland on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rockland, MA to Haverhill, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
57.4 mi
92 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockland, MA
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Haverhill, MA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 57.4-mile drive from Rockland to Haverhill, Massachusetts, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about 1 hour and 17 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via I-93 and I-495, with a portion on MA-3, making it a predominantly highway-focused journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this route offers an economical option for getting between these two points in the Northeast region. The efficiency of this drive means you can set off at your convenience, whether it's a morning commute or an afternoon errand.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 21.6 mi | 25m |
| I 495 | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| MA 3 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Pilgrims Highway | 8.1 mi | 10m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| River Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Union Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 21.6 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockland, MA and Haverhill, MA.
1
Start on Reed Street
99 ft
·
9 sec
·
Reed Street
2
Turn left onto Union Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
3
Turn slight right onto Veterans of Foreign Wars Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans of Foreign Wars Drive
4
Continue on Weymouth Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Weymouth Street
5
Turn right onto Reservoir Park Drive
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Reservoir Park Drive
6
At end of road, turn left onto Hingham Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hingham Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward MA 3 North: Braintree, Boston
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto MA 3
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on MA 3
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
MA 3
Exit 43B
Toward I 93 North: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 93
Toward I 93 North: Concord NH
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40A
Toward I 495 North: Lawrence
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 495
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 107
Toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
165 ft
·
4 sec
Toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
16
Turn straight onto MA 110; MA 113
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
17
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Washington Street
18
Turn left onto MA 110
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Emerson Street
19
Turn right onto Bailey Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Bailey Boulevard
20
Turn right onto MA 125
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
MA 125
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Rockland, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 54.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Hingham Street
At end of road, turn left onto Hingham Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
23.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 93
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord NH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Concord NH
7
45 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Lawrence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 40A
Toward I 495 North: Lawrence
8
54.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
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 107
Toward MA 110, MA 113: River Street
7
54.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MA 110 East, MA 113 East: River Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.19 one way
$18.37 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.02 | $20.04 |
| premium | $4.82 | $10.90 | $21.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.67 | $25.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Haverhill, MA
Morning in Haverhill on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
19 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 17m 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 highway-centric experience for most of this 57.4-mile route, with 74% of the drive taking place on interstates. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 21.6 miles on I-93, which allows for steady progress. While the majority of the drive is on major roadways like I-93, I-495, and MA-3, the overall character is one of efficient travel rather than scenic exploration. This highway-focused profile means you'll be covering ground quickly, making it ideal for those prioritizing speed and directness.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.6 mi on I 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and I 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near Hingham Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.4 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 2.6 miles (Hingham Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.4 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Rockland, MA to Haverhill, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
3.5 mi in
|
~6m
About the Cities
Arriving in Haverhill, MA
Full guide →Haverhill is a city in Massachusetts with a population of about 68,000 (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 17m. Total distance: 57.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.6 miles on I 93. 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 Haverhill, 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 2.6 miles (Hingham Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.4 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Haverhill, 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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