Origin
Avon, MA
Night in Avon on Sunday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avon, MA to Somerville, MA
Drive Time
37m
Distance
21.5 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avon, MA
Ankush Dawar
Somerville, MA
@coldbeer
Trip Overview
For a quick trip across the Northeast, traveling the 21.5 miles from Avon to Somerville is a straightforward endeavor. You can expect to spend about 37 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal one-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel covers the entirety of your journey. Navigating this route involves a mix of the Yankee Division Highway, the John F. Fitzgerald Expressway, and North Street. Because the drive is short and efficient, it works perfectly for commuters or those looking to connect between these two Massachusetts hubs without a major time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
10.7 miles from Avon, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 21.5-mile journey is defined as a turn-heavy local drive, requiring your full attention as you transition between different road types. About 18 miles of your trip take place on highways, providing a brief period of steady movement. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 8.7 miles while cruising on the Yankee Division Highway. As you move away from the highway portions, the character of the road shifts, demanding more frequent maneuvers to navigate the local streets. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that balances high-speed segments with the technical demands of navigating closer to your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Yankee Division Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 8.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 early in the drive near West Main Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 21.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (MA 28 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 19 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / right lanes.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MA 28 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 28 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
7
19 mi into trip
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~30m in
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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 / none lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Concord NH
8
19.6 mi into trip
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~31m 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
20 mi into trip
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~32m in
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Cambridge Street
Turn left onto Cambridge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between Avon, MA and Somerville, MA, road signs point toward Cape Cod and Sullivan Square.
Cape Cod
6.9 mi in
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~12m
Sullivan Square
19.6 mi in
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~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Yankee Division Highway | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| North Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Granite Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| I 93 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Pond Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Washington Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Yankee Division Highway
— 8.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avon, MA and Somerville, MA.
1
Start on this road
102 ft
·
10 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto West Main Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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West Main Street
Use the none / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto MA 28
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on North Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Street
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on Pond Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pond Street
6
Continue on Granite Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Granite Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 93 North, US 1 North: Boston, Cape Cod
8
Merge onto I 93; US 1
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
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 / none lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 20
Toward Sullivan Square, Somerville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Cambridge Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Cambridge Street
Use the left / right lanes.
13
Continue on Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
Use the none lane.
14
Turn right onto McGrath Highway
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
McGrath Highway
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto Medford Street
332 ft
·
12 sec
·
Medford Street
Use the left lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Highland Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Highland Avenue
17
Turn right
163 ft
·
12 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 37-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. You can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to plan for rest stops along the way. Because the route relies on a combination of the Yankee Division Highway and the John F. Fitzgerald Expressway, keep a close eye on your GPS to manage the transitions between these busy roads. To ensure a smooth experience, try to avoid peak traffic hours, as the turn-heavy local sections near Somerville can become congested. Your best strategy is to stay alert during the 18 miles of highway travel so you are prepared for the tighter turns that follow.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 10.7 miles from Avon, MA, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.7 miles.
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 21.5 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.7 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Somerville, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Avon, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Avon, MA
This is one driving day of about 21.5 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Avon, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Yankee Division Highway for about 8.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.7 mi from Avon, MA · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 21.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.7 miles from Avon, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Somerville, MA
The final approach into Somerville, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Somerville, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.42 one way
$6.84 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.72 | $7.44 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.78 | $9.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.26 | $1.03 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Night in Somerville on Sunday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
11 mi in
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
37m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Avon, MA to Somerville, MA covers 21.5 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Yankee Division Highway, John F. Fitzgerald Expressway, North Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.7 miles from Avon, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 21.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (MA 28 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 19 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Avon, MA and Somerville, MA, road signs point toward Cape Cod and Sullivan Square.
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