How far is Lawrence, MA from Abington, MA?

The driving distance from Lawrence, MA to Abington, MA is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 43.1 miles (69.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
49.17 mi
01h 07m
Flight
43.07 mi
69.31 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
43.07 mi
Kilometers
69.31 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.17 mi
Kilometers
79.13 km
Drive Time
01h 07m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Abington
Thu, Apr 16, 1:57 PM EDT
Return by in Lawrence
Thu, Apr 16, 3:04 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lawrence
2026-04-16T12:49
Arrive Abington
Thu, Apr 16, 1:57 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:07 AM to 11:07 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:16 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lawrence
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Somerville
MA

A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.

From Lawrence
24.6 mi
00h 33m
To Abington
24.6 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph SE
Destination
70°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 9 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lawrence and Abington.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence and Abington.

  1. 1

    Start on Essex Street

    25 m · 6 sec · Essex Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Amesbury Street

    2276 ft · 50 sec · Amesbury Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Parker Street

    2490 ft · 56 sec · Parker Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Winthrop Avenue

    1401 ft · 36 sec · Winthrop Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn right onto South Union Street

    2720 ft · 54 sec · South Union Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Connector Road

    1243 ft · 25 sec · Connector Road

  7. 7

    Turn straight onto South Broadway

    50 m · 4 sec · South Broadway

  8. 8

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro

    1786 ft · 45 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    2.2 mi · 3 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 93 South: Boston

    1946 ft · 1 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    19.6 mi · 23 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane

    1.4 km · 1 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

  14. 14

    Merge slight right onto John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

    3 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

  15. 15

    Continue on Southeast Expressway

    8 mi · 11 min · Southeast Expressway

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on MA 3 South: Cape Cod

    4.6 mi · 6 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 18 South: Abington

    1883 ft · 46 sec

  18. 18

    Turn straight onto Main Street

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Main Street

  19. 19

    Continue on Bedford Street

    2.8 mi · 4 min · Bedford Street

  20. 20

    Turn left onto Brockton Avenue

    672 ft · 24 sec · Brockton Avenue

  21. 21

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Washington Street

    21 m · 9 sec · Washington Street

  22. 22

    Turn left onto Thaxter Avenue

    64 m · 11 sec · Thaxter Avenue

  23. 23

    Turn right

    59 m · 14 sec

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lawrence and Abington.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
24 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
48.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 93 South
20 mi · 41%
Southeast Expressway
7.98 mi · 16%
MA 3 South
4.62 mi · 9%
Main Street
3.21 mi · 7%
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
2.96 mi · 6%
Bedford Street
2.81 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

I 93 South

Merge slight left

19.6 mi · 00h 23m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.1 mi
43.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Somerville
00h 33m from Lawrence
Leave By
4:16 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Lawrence and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Abington.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lawrence to Abington?

The road trip is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km) and usually takes 01h 07m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Somerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.6 miles from Lawrence and 24.6 miles from Abington.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 43.1 miles (69.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:16 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.77 one way or $13.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Lawrence and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Abington.

Stop Ideas Near Somerville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Somerville and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 3.1 mi away

Cocobeet - Boston

Boston , MA
100 City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02108
Rating 4.4/5 198 reviews Health food restaurant,Juice shop,Raw food restaurant,Vegan restaurant
Boston's Old City Hall
Scenic stop 3.1 mi away

Boston's Old City Hall

Boston , MA
45 School St, Boston, MA 02108, United States
Rating 4.6/5 346 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical landmark
Salem City Hall
Meeting point 13.2 mi away

Salem City Hall

Salem , MA
93 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970
Rating 4.2/5 84 reviews City Hall,City government office
City Hall Plaza
Scenic stop 3 mi away

City Hall Plaza

Boston , MA
1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA 02203
Rating 4.4/5 208 reviews City park

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Somerville.

RAIL

North Station

4 mi away
100 Legends Way
RAIL

South Station

5 mi away
2 South Station
RAIL

Back Bay station

5 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.
RAIL

Anderson Regional Transportation Center

14 mi away
100 Atlantic Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lawrence and Abington. Straight-line distance: 43.07 mi (69.31 km).

Lawrence

#1 Lawrence

The third most populous city in Massachusetts.

Population80,007
Coordinates42.7070400, -71.1631100
Altitude14
CountryUnited States
Abington

#2 Abington

Town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States

Population16,752
Coordinates42.1048200, -70.9453200
Altitude32
CountryUnited States
Start: Lawrence (-71.16311, 42.70704)
End: Abington (-70.94532, 42.10482)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 79 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 38m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.74 gal
6.57 L · about $6.77
Round trip
$13.54
3.48 gal · 13.14 L
Estimated CO2
15.5 kg one way
Round trip: 30.9 kg / 68 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $6.77 $13.54
Mid-grade $4.40 $7.65 $15.30
Premium $4.80 $8.35 $16.70
Diesel $4.49 $7.81 $15.62

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Massachusetts · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Lawrence and Abington. The current time is 12:49:50.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.