How far is Lawrence, MA from Barre, MA?

The estimated driving distance from Lawrence, MA to Barre, MA is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 51.8 miles (83.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
69.93 mi
01h 27m · estimated
Flight
51.8 mi
83.36 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
51.8 mi
Kilometers
83.36 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
69.93 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
112.54 km
Drive Time
01h 27m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Barre
Fri, Apr 10, 7:14 PM EDT
Return by in Lawrence
Fri, Apr 10, 8:41 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lawrence
2026-04-10T17:47
Arrive Barre
Fri, Apr 10, 7:14 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:27 AM to 11:27 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:36 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
Shirley
MA

Town in Massachusetts, United States

From Lawrence
25.9 mi
00h 43m
To Barre
44.1 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 14 mph SW
Destination
35°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 5:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

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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 27m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.1 mi
51.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Shirley
00h 43m from Lawrence
Leave By
3:36 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Lawrence and Mostly Cloudy near Barre.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?

Shirley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.9 miles from Lawrence and 44.1 miles from Barre.

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

The direct path is about 51.8 miles (83.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 3:36 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.61 one way or $19.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lawrence and Mostly Cloudy near Barre.

Stop Ideas Near Shirley

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 Shirley and the surrounding midpoint area.
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Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Nashua, NH

30 mi away
8 North Southwood Drive
RAIL

Union Station

34 mi away
2 Washington Square
RAIL

Framingham station

35 mi away
417 Waverly St.
RAIL

Anderson Regional Transportation Center

42 mi away
100 Atlantic Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lawrence and Barre. Straight-line distance: 51.8 mi (83.36 km).

Lawrence

#1 Lawrence

The third most populous city in Massachusetts.

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

#2 Barre

Town in Massachusetts, United States

Population5,574
Coordinates42.4228700, -72.1050800
Altitude278
CountryUnited States
Start: Lawrence (-71.16311, 42.70704)
End: Barre (-72.10508, 42.42287)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 113 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 19m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 09m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 52m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.47 gal
9.34 L · about $9.61
Round trip
$19.22
4.94 gal · 18.68 L
Estimated CO2
22 kg one way
Round trip: 43.9 kg / 97 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $9.61 $19.22
Mid-grade $4.40 $10.86 $21.72
Premium $4.80 $11.85 $23.71
Diesel $4.49 $11.09 $22.17

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 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Lawrence and Barre. The current time is 17:47:09.

Distance to Other Cities

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