Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
25.4 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Andover, MA
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City of Somerville, MA
Phil Evenden
This 25.4-mile drive from North Andover, MA, to Somerville, MA, is a quick trip, estimated to take just 34 minutes. It's a focused highway journey, with 89% of the route on major interstates, making it perfect for a day trip. You'll be on the road for a short time, so an overnight stop isn't necessary. The estimated fuel cost is around $4, which is quite budget-friendly. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region of Massachusetts, so you won't be crossing state lines. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 18.7 mi | 21m |
| I 495 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Medford Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Massachusetts Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Harvard Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Waverley Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| William Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between North Andover, MA and City of Somerville, MA.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Middlesex Street
Turn left onto Waverley Road
Turn right onto William Street
Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Merge onto I 93
Take the exit
Continue on Mystic Valley Parkway Connector
Continue on Harvard Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Continue on Medford Street
Continue on Medford Street
Turn right onto Central Street
Turn left onto Pembroke Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 23.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Middlesex Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Waverley Road
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 93 South: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MA 16 East: Everett, Revere
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$4.07 one way
$8.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.43 | $8.87 |
| premium | $4.82 | $4.82 | $9.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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 North Andover on Sunday
Local time
4:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Mostly Cloudy then Areas Of Fog
Destination
Late night in City of Somerville on Sunday
Local time
4:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Mostly Cloudy then 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
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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 highway-focused experience for the majority of this 25.4-mile journey. With 89% of the drive on interstates like I-93 and I-495, you'll encounter consistent, higher speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 18.7 miles on I-93. While Medford Street is part of the route, the overall character leans heavily towards efficient interstate travel, minimizing time spent on local roads. This is a drive where you'll cover ground quickly, prioritizing directness over winding scenic byways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and I 495. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Middlesex Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25.4 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (Middlesex Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Waverley Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Andover, MA to City of Somerville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Revere along the way.
Revere
Andover is a town in Massachusetts with a population of 37,000 (2020). It is situated at the crossroads of I-495 and I-93 in the heart of the Merrimack Valley. North Andover is a small town on the banks of the Merrimack River. It has a population of about 31,000 (2020) and is 25 miles north of Boston.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 25.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). 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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