How far is Amherst, MA from Lawrence, MA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Amherst and Lawrence is 72.89 miles (117.3 km).
Flight distance from Amherst, MA to Lawrence, MA is 72.89 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Amherst to Lawrence with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Amherst, Massachusetts to Lawrence, Massachusetts is: 90.38 miles (145.46 km) by car.
Driving from Amherst to Lawrence will take approximately 01 hours 43 minutes.
#1 Amherst
Town in Massachusetts
| Population | 40643 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°22'2"N 72°31'7"W |
| Latitude | 42.3672300 |
| Longitude | -72.5185200 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lawrence
The third most populous city in Massachusetts. It is located on the Merrimack River in northeastern Massachusetts. Lawrence is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lawrence History Museum and the Lawrence Arts Center.
| Population | 80007 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°42'25"N 71°9'47"W |
| Latitude | 42.7070400 |
| Longitude | -71.1631100 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Lawrence: Essex Street (-71.163081,42.707003)
Estimated Travel Time Between Amherst and Lawrence
The distance between Amherst and Lawrence is 145 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 36 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Amherst and Lawrence. The current time is 05:41:24.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 00 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.07 liters (3.19 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Amherst and Lawrence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Amherst to Lawrence is $11.45 (diesel $14.31).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $11.45 | $13.26 | $14.34 | $14.31 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Massachusetts ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.591 (Diesel $4.488) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Amherst and Lawrence (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
