Origin
Salem, MA
Morning in Salem on Sunday
Local time
11:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salem, MA to Town of North Andover, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
17.5 mi
28 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salem, MA
José Alcalá
Town of North Andover, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
Salem, MA to the Town of North Andover, MA is 17.5 miles and takes about 33m via I 95 and local roads, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Northeast region of Massachusetts, making it a straightforward local drive. Expect a route that involves frequent turns and navigating through familiar New England towns. Given its brevity, this trip is ideal for a quick excursion or as part of a larger regional journey, allowing plenty of time for exploration at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Maple Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Boxford Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Topsfield Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Lawrence Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Water Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 3.6 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem, MA and Town of North Andover, MA.
1
Start on Gedney Street
204 ft
·
10 sec
·
Gedney Street
2
Turn right onto Holyoke Square
263 ft
·
16 sec
·
Holyoke Square
3
Turn left onto MA 114
219 ft
·
3 sec
·
Norman Street
4
Enter roundabout
14 ft
·
0 sec
5
Continue
88 ft
·
1 sec
6
Turn straight onto MA 114
394 ft
·
11 sec
·
Summer Street
7
Continue on MA 114
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on MA 114
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Margin Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on MA 35
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto MA 35
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
11
Continue on MA 35
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Maple Street
12
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 1 North: Topsfield, Portsmouth New Hampshire
13
Turn straight onto US 1
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Newbury Street
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 95 North: Portsmouth New Hampshire
15
Merge onto I 95
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 95
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 74
Toward Topsfield, Boxford
17
Keep slight left at fork
365 ft
·
11 sec
Toward Topsfield Road, Boxford
18
Turn left onto Topsfield Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Topsfield Road
19
Continue on Topsfield Road Extension
375 ft
·
7 sec
·
Topsfield Road Extension
20
Continue on Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
21
Turn slight left onto Lawrence Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lawrence Road
22
Continue on Boxford Street
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Boxford Street
23
Continue on Salem Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Salem Street
24
Arrive at destination
Salem Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 11.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Holyoke Square
Turn right onto Holyoke Square
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 114 / Norman Street
Turn left onto MA 114 / Norman Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
10.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward Topsfield, Boxford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 74
Toward Topsfield, Boxford
7
11.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Topsfield Road, Boxford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Topsfield Road, Boxford
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.80 one way
$5.60 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.05 | $6.11 |
| premium | $4.82 | $3.32 | $6.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.86 | $7.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.84 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Town of North Andover, MA
Morning in Town of North Andover on Sunday
Local time
11:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Partly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
NE 5 mph
7% chance
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
17 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
33m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be making frequent adjustments to your course. While it includes a stretch of 3.6 miles on I 95, the highway share is only 21%, indicating that much of your journey will be on surface streets. The route likely involves navigating through residential areas and commercial districts, requiring attention to local traffic patterns and speed limits. You can expect the road to shift from faster highway travel to more deliberate, slower-paced driving as you approach your destination.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Holyoke Square.
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 17.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Holyoke Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MA 114 / Norman Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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.
Between Salem, MA and Town of North Andover, MA, road signs point toward Portsmouth New Hampshire, Topsfield and Boxford.
Portsmouth New Hampshire
6.2 mi in
|
~12m
Topsfield
10.9 mi in
|
~19m
Boxford
10.9 mi in
|
~19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 17.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.6 miles on I 95. 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 Town of North Andover, 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 (Holyoke Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MA 114 / Norman Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Salem Maritime National Historical Park, Lowell National Historical Park and Boston 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 Town of North Andover, 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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