Origin
Somerville, MA
Late night in Somerville on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerville, MA to Boylston, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
38 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somerville, MA
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Boylston, MA
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Trip Overview
Somerville, MA to Boylston, MA is 38 miles and takes about 1 hour 4 minutes via Concord Turnpike and I-495, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within Massachusetts the entire time, moving from the Northeast region into another part of the Northeast. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on highways, making it a good option for a quick journey or an extension of another local excursion. You'll find it's a practical route, focused on efficient travel rather than extensive sightseeing.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Turnpike | 8 mi | 12m |
| I 495 | 7 mi | 8m |
| MA 111 | 5.4 mi | 10m |
| Cambridge Turnpike | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Concord Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Massachusetts Avenue | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Central Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Highland Avenue | 1.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Concord Turnpike
— 8 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerville, MA and Boylston, MA.
1
Start on this road
163 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
1.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Highland Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto Dover Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Dover Street
4
Turn right onto MA 2A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Massachusetts Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto US 3; MA 16
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Alewife Brook Parkway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto MA 2
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Concord Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on MA 2
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Concord Highway
8
Continue on MA 2
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Cambridge Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on MA 2; MA 2A
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Concord Turnpike
10
Continue on MA 2; MA 2A
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Elm Street
11
Enter roundabout onto MA 2; MA 111
407 ft
·
5 sec
·
Union Turnpike
12
Continue on MA 2; MA 111
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
Union Turnpike
13
Continue on MA 2; MA 111
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Massachusetts Avenue
14
Take the exit onto MA 111
5.4 mi
·
10 min
·
MA 111
Exit 118
Toward MA 111 North: West Acton
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 495 South
16
Merge onto I 495
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
I 495
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 67
Toward MA 62: Berlin, Hudson
18
At end of road, turn left onto MA 62
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Central Street
19
Continue on MA 62
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Street
20
Continue on MA 62
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Boylston Road
21
Continue on MA 62
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Willow Road
22
Turn left onto MA 70
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
MA 70
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Somerville, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32.4 — 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
|
Highland Avenue
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
MA 2A / Massachusetts Avenue
Turn right onto MA 2A / Massachusetts Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 3; MA 16 / Alewife Brook Parkway
Turn left onto US 3; MA 16 / Alewife Brook Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
19.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
MA 111
Take the exit onto MA 111 toward MA 111 North: West Acton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 118
Toward MA 111 North: West Acton
6
32.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward MA 62: Berlin, Hudson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 67
Toward MA 62: Berlin, Hudson
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.08 one way
$12.16 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.63 | $13.26 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.22 | $14.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.83
Concord Turnpike
(4.1 mi)
$0.29
Concord Turnpike
(3.9 mi)
$0.27
Cambridge Turnpike
(3.3 mi)
$0.23
Union Turnpike
(0.6 mi)
$0.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Boylston, MA
Late night in Boylston on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
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
24 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
1h 4m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with about 65% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches of faster-paced travel, including an uninterrupted 8 miles on the Concord Turnpike. The journey progresses by transitioning onto I-495 before reaching MA-111. Expect a driving experience characterized by consistent speed limits and the general flow of interstate traffic for a significant portion of the 38 miles.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8 mi on Concord Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Concord Turnpike and I 495. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Highland Avenue.
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 38 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: near the start (Highland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (MA 2A / Massachusetts Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (US 3; MA 16 / Alewife Brook Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Somerville, MA to Boylston, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Hudson along the way.
Hudson
32.4 mi in
|
~53m
About the Cities
Starting in Somerville, MA
Full guide →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.
Arriving in Boylston, MA
Full guide →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.
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 1h 4m. Total distance: 38 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8 miles on Concord Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.83 in tolls one way, starting with Concord Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Boylston, 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 (Highland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (MA 2A / Massachusetts Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (US 3; MA 16 / Alewife Brook Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Minute Man National Historical Park, Boston 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 Boylston, 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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