Origin
North Andover, MA
Morning in North Andover on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Andover, MA to Somerville, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
25.8 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
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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Somerville, MA
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Trip Overview
North Andover, MA to Somerville, MA is 25.8 miles and takes about 35m via I 93, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip connecting two locations within the Northeast region of Massachusetts. Given the short distance and duration, it's an ideal option for a quick commute or a brief day trip. You'll mostly be on major interstates, so expect typical highway conditions and traffic patterns. Plan for this to be a single-day journey, as it's easily manageable within a few hours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 18.7 mi | 21m |
| I 495 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Medford Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Massachusetts Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Harvard Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Waverley Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| School Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 18.7 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Andover, MA and Somerville, MA.
1
Start on this road
61 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Middlesex Street
142 ft
·
13 sec
·
Middlesex Street
3
Turn left onto Waverley Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Waverley Road
4
Turn right onto William Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
William Street
5
Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Massachusetts Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
7
Merge onto I 495
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 495
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 97A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 93
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 22
Toward MA 16 East: Everett, Revere
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on Mystic Valley Parkway Connector
466 ft
·
15 sec
·
Mystic Valley Parkway Connector
12
Continue on Harvard Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Harvard Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
14
Continue on Medford Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Medford Street
15
Continue on Medford Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Medford Street
16
Turn right onto School Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
School Street
17
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
279 ft
·
14 sec
·
Highland Avenue
18
Turn right
163 ft
·
12 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 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.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Middlesex Street
Turn left onto Middlesex Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Waverley Road
Turn left onto Waverley Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
7
4.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 93 South: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 97A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
8
23.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 22
Toward MA 16 East: Everett, Revere
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.13 one way
$8.26 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
| premium | $4.82 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.70 | $11.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 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 | 7.7 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.26 | $1.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Somerville, MA
Morning in Somerville on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Areas Of Fog then Cloudy
NE 5 to 9 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
35m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 18.7 miles on I 93, offering a consistent pace for a substantial portion of the trip. While the primary roads are interstates like I 93 and I 495, the final segment involves Medford Street, introducing a slight shift from pure highway driving. The overall character is one of efficient travel, designed for covering ground quickly rather than for scenic exploration.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.7 mi on I 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and I 495. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Middlesex Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 25.8 miles you will encounter 14 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Andover, MA to Somerville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Revere along the way.
Revere
23.7 mi in
|
~30m
About the Cities
Starting in North Andover, MA
Full guide →Founded 1644
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.
Top landmarks
- • Parson Barnard House — Museum in Massachusetts
- • Abiel Stevens House — house in North Andover, Massachusetts
- • Kittredge Mansion — historic house in Massachusetts, United States
Arriving in Somerville, MA
Full guide →Founded 1630
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.
Top landmarks
- • Mystic Valley Parkway — Historic road in Massachusetts
- • Alewife Brook Parkway — highway in Massachusetts
- • Martin W. Carr School
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 25.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.7 miles on I 93. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Somerville, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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.
Yes — Boston National Historical Park, Lowell National Historical Park and Adams National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Somerville, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
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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