Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
49.9 mi
80 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Freetown, MA
Tappiah Sesay
Somerville, MA to Freetown, MA is 49.9 miles and takes about 1h 9m via Amvets Highway and I-93, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward trip within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The drive primarily uses a mix of highway and local roads, making it a practical choice for a short, same-day excursion. You'll likely find it an easy journey with minimal fuss, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a major time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Amvets Highway | 27.9 mi | 32m |
| I 93 | 15.9 mi | 22m |
| Slab Bridge Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| McGrath Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Highland Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Somerville, MA and Freetown, MA.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Continue on Medford Street
Turn left onto MA 28
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 93
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1
Take the exit
Continue on MA 24
Take the exit
At end of road, turn left onto North Main Street
Turn left onto MA 79
Keep slight right at fork onto Elm Street
Continue on Slab Bridge Road
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.9 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 46.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork toward I 93 South: Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight left at fork toward I 93 South: Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93; US 1 toward I 93 South, US 1 South: Providence Rhode Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward MA 24 South: Fall River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Assonet, Freetown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$7.99 one way
$15.97 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.71 | $17.42 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.48 | $18.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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 Somerville on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Areas Of Fog then Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Freetown on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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.
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 32% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Amvets Highway and I-93, providing opportunities for faster travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 27.9 miles on Amvets Highway, so expect a significant portion of your journey to be on this particular road. The overall profile suggests a blend of quicker highway driving and potentially more localized roads as you approach your destination. Be prepared for a varied driving feel as you transition between these different road types.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.9 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: at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.1 miles (I 93; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Somerville, MA to Freetown, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Assonet along the way.
Assonet
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 49.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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