Origin
Blackstone, MA
Evening in Blackstone on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blackstone, MA to Somerville, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
50.3 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blackstone, MA
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Somerville, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Blackstone, MA to Somerville, MA covers 50.3 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street, Blackstone Street, Providence Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
25.1 miles from Blackstone, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 8m drive with frequent turns across 50.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Blackstone, MA to Somerville, MA is easy. At 1h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blackstone, MA to Somerville, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | — | — |
| Blackstone Street | — | — |
| Providence Street | — | — |
| Milford Street | — | — |
| Mendon Street | — | — |
| Cedar Street | — | — |
| I 495 North | — | — |
| MA 9 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blackstone, MA and Somerville, MA.
1
Start on Mason Street
49 ft
·
8 sec
·
Mason Street
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto Blackstone Street
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Blackstone Street
4
Continue on Providence Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Providence Street
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Providence Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Providence Street
6
Continue on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
7
Turn right onto Milford Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Milford Street
8
Continue on Mendon Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Mendon Street
9
Continue on Main Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
10
Turn left onto Cedar Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Cedar Street
11
Take the ramp left toward I 495 North: Lowell
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
I 495 North: Lowell
12
Merge slight left
8.6 mi
·
9 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward MA 9 East: Framingham
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
MA 9 East: Framingham
14
Merge slight left onto Turnpike Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Turnpike Road
15
Continue on Worcester Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Worcester Road
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfield, Boston
17
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Boston, Massachusetts Turnpike East
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 90 East: Boston, Massachusetts Turnpike East
18
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
19 mi
·
23 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
19
Take the exit slight left toward Allston-Brighton, Cambridge, Fenway Park
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Allston-Brighton, Cambridge, Fenway Park
20
Keep slight right to continue on Cambridge, Somerville, Fenway Park
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Cambridge, Somerville, Fenway Park
21
Turn slight right onto Cambridge Street
180 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cambridge Street
22
Continue on River Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
River Street
23
Continue on Prospect Street
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Prospect Street
24
Turn slight left onto Webster Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Webster Avenue
25
Continue on Bow Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bow Street
26
Turn slight right onto Summer Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Summer Street
27
Turn right onto Prescott Street
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Prescott Street
28
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Highland Avenue
29
Turn right
164 ft
·
12 sec
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 25.1 miles from Blackstone, MA, or about 34m into the drive.
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 11 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.1 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Somerville, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Blackstone, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Blackstone, MA
This is one driving day of about 50.3 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Blackstone, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.1 mi from Blackstone, MA · 34m into the drive
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Blackstone, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.05 one way
$16.10 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $8.78 | $17.56 |
| premium | $4.82 | $9.55 | $19.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.11 | $22.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.04 | $3.22 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Evening in Somerville on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°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
33 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 8m 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 Blackstone, MA to Somerville, MA covers 50.3 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, Blackstone Street, Providence Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.1 miles from Blackstone, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.05 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.
The drive from Blackstone, MA to Somerville, MA is easy. At 1h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blackstone, MA to Somerville, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Blackstone, MA to Somerville, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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