Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
76 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yarmouth Port, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Somerville, MA
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Yarmouth Port to Somerville is 76 miles and takes about 1 hour 45 minutes via Pilgrims Highway and MA 3, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route is best suited for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on surface roads, making it a more relaxed drive than a pure interstate trip. Plan for a straightforward transit between these two Massachusetts locales.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38 miles from Yarmouth Port, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Highway | 42.3 mi | 53m |
| Mid Cape Highway | 17.3 mi | 23m |
| MA 3 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Willow Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| I 93 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Highland Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 257 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
1 PM
~4,664 veh/hr typical · worst 5,754
Quietest
2 AM
~530 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 89 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Yarmouth Port, MA and Somerville, MA.
Start on Minden Lane
At end of road, turn left onto MA 6A
Turn left onto Willow Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 6
Continue on US 6
Continue on US 6
Continue on MA 3
Continue on MA 3
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
Take the exit
Turn left onto Cambridge Street
Continue on Washington Street
Turn right onto McGrath Highway
Turn left onto Medford Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Highland Avenue
Turn right
Arrive at destination
For this 1 hour 45 minute drive, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early commuter rush. Since it's a short trip, you have flexibility in pacing, and can easily complete it in one day without needing overnight stays. Keep an eye on your fuel level; the estimated cost is $13, but it's always wise to top off before departing. A specific tip for this route is to be prepared for the change in road type around the 42.3-mile mark on Pilgrims Highway, as this marks the beginning of more surface road travel.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Somerville, MA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Yarmouth Port, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Yarmouth Port, MA
This is one driving day of about 76 miles and 1h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 38 miles from Yarmouth Port, 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 0.1 and 74.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto MA 6A / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward US 6 West: Boston, Providence, RI
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord NH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Turn left onto Cambridge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$12.68 one way
$25.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.67 | $13.96 | $27.92 |
| premium | $5.06 | $15.13 | $30.26 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $16.75 | $33.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.64 | $4.86 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Afternoon in Yarmouth Port on Friday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Afternoon in Somerville on Friday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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.
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This drive covers 76 miles, with about 16% on highways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 42.3 miles on Pilgrims Highway before transitioning to surface roads. Expect frequent intersections and traffic lights as you navigate the latter portion of the route. The shift from highway cruising to surface road travel is noticeable as you approach your destination.
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 0.1 miles in near MA 6A / Main Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (MA 6A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.5 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
413 ft
Total Descent
358 ft
Highest Point
171 ft
~54.3 mi in
Elevation Range
161 ft
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Top landmarks
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Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 76 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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