Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
42.6 mi
69 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boylston, MA
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Somerville, MA
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If you are planning a trip from Boylston to Somerville, you are looking at a 42.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 2 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You will navigate primarily through local roads, specifically utilizing Willow Road, Boylston Road, and West Street. With a modest fuel cost of approximately $6, this is a budget-friendly option for travelers moving within the Northeast. It serves as a straightforward connection between these two Massachusetts locations, offering a practical alternative to more complex travel plans.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 24.1 mi | 29m |
| I 495 | 9 mi | 10m |
| Central Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Boylston Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Prospect Street | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| River Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Boylston, MA and Somerville, MA.
Start on MA 70
Turn right onto MA 62
Continue on MA 62
Continue on MA 62
Continue on MA 62
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Merge onto I 90
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto Cambridge Street
Continue on River Street
Continue on Prospect Street
Turn slight left onto Webster Avenue
Continue on Bow Street
Turn slight right onto Summer Street
Turn right onto Prescott Street
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 42.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Boylston, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.6 and 39.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 90: Albany New York, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Allston-Brighton, Cambridge, Fenway Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Cambridge, Somerville, Fenway Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$6.82 one way
$13.64 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.43 | $14.87 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.09 | $16.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.44
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.73 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Boylston on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Areas Of Fog
Destination
Late night in Somerville on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Areas Of Fog
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. Since this route maintains a 0% highway share, you will spend the entire 42.6 miles navigating surface streets. You will not find any long, uninterrupted highway stretches here, as the longest segment on Willow Road is 0 miles, meaning you should be prepared for frequent turns and changing road conditions. This drive requires your full attention as you transition between local roads, providing a distinct experience compared to high-speed transit. It is a technical, low-speed route that rewards drivers who prefer staying off major thoroughfares.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near I 495.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.6 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: at 5.6 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.3 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Boylston, MA and Somerville, MA, road signs point toward Boston, Allston-Brighton, Cambridge and Fenway Park.
Boston
Allston-Brighton
Cambridge
Fenway Park
Clinton is in Massachusetts. This is a large town in Worcester County with a number of small settlements in the area, including Berlin, Lancaster, Boylston, Bolton and Sterling.
Older Bostonians might still derisively call it "Slummerville", but today that tired old moniker couldn't be further from the truth. Packed with upwardly mobile professionals and longtime residents, Somerville is often voted an "All-America City" and the best-run city in Massachusetts. It would seem civically engaged folks can achieve uncommon results; and Somerville fosters an environment of cooperation like no other. Its 81,000 residents (2020) are quick to enjoy the fruits of their artistry, and you'll find top notch options for dinner, drinks, and dancing all in abundance within Somerville's borders. Lurking just to the south, big brothers Boston and Cambridge provide options and opportunities for many of Somerville's creative class residents.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 42.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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