Chelmsford Rest Area Southbound – I-495

I-495 southbound travelers near Chelmsford in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, can pull in at Chelmsford Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 12 spaces.

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Next rest stop on I-495 Southbound

⚠ Long stretch ahead. We have no southbound rest stop on I-495 listed within the next 100 miles or so. Plan a break here, or check the highway signs for service areas ahead.

Previous southbound stop: Merrimac Rest Area – Southbound · 27 mi back by the mile markers

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking12Reported spaces

Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Accessible facilities✓ Picnic tables✓ Vending machines

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Drinking water, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Chelmsford Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on I-495 near Chelmsford in Massachusetts. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Massachusetts Department of Transportation.

Location and driving direction

This is the southbound facility on I-495, near Chelmsford in Middlesex County. It is listed near mile marker 87. You will find it at exit 87. Follow the "Rest Area" signs as you approach.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 12 truck parking spaces.

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability.

Opening hours

Listed opening hours: daily, 6 AM to 8 PM.

How long can you stay?

Massachusetts sets no statewide number: you may not park longer than the limit posted at each rest area. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: 720 CMR 9.03 (checked November 2026).

Coordinates

42.596834, -71.369097

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-495 is this rest area on?

It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 495 near Chelmsford.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing.