Origin
Wrentham, MA
Late night in Wrentham on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wrentham, 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
54m
Distance
35.3 mi
57 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wrentham, MA
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Somerville, MA
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Trip Overview
Wrentham to Somerville is 35.3 miles and takes about 54 minutes via Yankee Division Highway and I-95, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day drive primarily within the Northeast region, specifically Massachusetts. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's an accessible trip for a single day. Expect a journey that involves a mix of highway driving and more localized road segments as you approach your destination. It's a practical route for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Yankee Division Highway | 14.7 mi | 19m |
| I 95 | 6 mi | 7m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Washington Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| East Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| General Edwards Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Boston Providence Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| I 93 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Yankee Division Highway
— 14.7 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wrentham, MA and Somerville, MA.
1
Start on MA 1A
69 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Street
2
Continue on MA 140
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Street
3
Continue on MA 140
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Foxboro Road
4
Continue on MA 140
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Pierce Street
5
Turn left onto MA 115
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Turner Road
6
Turn right onto Pine Street
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Pine Street
7
Turn left onto US 1
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Boston Providence Highway
9
Continue on US 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
General Edwards Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 North: Boston
11
Merge onto I 95
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 26
Toward I 93 North: Boston
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on I 93; US 1
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 93
Toward I 93 North: Concord NH
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 20
Toward Sullivan Square, Somerville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Cambridge Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Cambridge Street
Use the left / right lanes.
18
Continue on Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
19
Turn right onto McGrath Highway
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
McGrath Highway
Use the right lane.
20
Turn left onto Medford Street
332 ft
·
12 sec
·
Medford Street
Use the left lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto Highland Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Highland Avenue
22
Turn right
163 ft
·
12 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from Wrentham, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 33.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Pine Street
Turn right onto Pine Street
Navigation decision point
7
14.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward I 93 North: Boston
7
32.9 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
I 93
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord NH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Concord NH
8
33.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward Sullivan Square, Somerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20
Toward Sullivan Square, Somerville
6
33.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
Cambridge Street
Turn left onto Cambridge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.65 one way
$11.30 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.16 | $12.32 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.70 | $13.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.79 | $15.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 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 | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.69 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Late night in Somerville on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
54m 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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with only 28% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a dynamic driving profile, transitioning between faster-paced highway sections and more intricate local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.7 miles on the Yankee Division Highway. Be prepared for frequent turns and adjustments as you navigate through various towns and communities. The drive offers a varied experience, blending highway efficiency with the navigational demands of local thoroughfares.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.7 mi on Yankee Division Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near Pine Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 35.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.9 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Wrentham, MA to Somerville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Sullivan Square along the way.
Sullivan Square
33.5 mi in
|
~48m
About the Cities
Starting in Wrentham, MA
Full guide →Founded 1660
Franklin is a city of 37,000 in Massachusetts. Bellingham is a town with a population of 17,000 (2020). Birthplace of noted author William Taylor Adams, also known as Oliver Optic. Medway is a town with a population of 13,000 (2020). Birthplace of famed U.S. outdoorsman John "Grizzly" Adams. Millis is a town with a population of 8,000 (2020). Home to the Sikh Temple, Guru Ram Das Ashram and Gurdwara. Norfolk is a town with a population of 12,000 (2020). Wrentham is a town with a population of 12,000 (2020). Famous for its premium outlet mall shopping and the home of Hellen Keller.
Top landmarks
- • Original Congregational Church of Wrentham — historic church 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 54m. Total distance: 35.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.7 miles on Yankee Division Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 3 miles (Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.9 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Adams National Historical Park, Boston National Historical Park and Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area (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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