Trip from Boylston, MA to Somerville, MA

Drive Time

1h 2m

Distance

42.6 mi

69 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min

4 AM

0h 57m ★

6 AM

1h 2m

8 AM

1h 12m

10 AM

1h 6m

12 PM

1h 5m

3 PM

1h 6m

5 PM

1h 12m

8 PM

0h 59m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Boylston, MA

Phil Evenden

Somerville, MA

@coldbeer

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Boylston to Somerville, you are looking at a 42.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 2 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You will navigate primarily through local roads, specifically utilizing Willow Road, Boylston Road, and West Street. With a modest fuel cost of approximately $6, this is a budget-friendly option for travelers moving within the Northeast. It serves as a straightforward connection between these two Massachusetts locations, offering a practical alternative to more complex travel plans.

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

21.3 miles from Boylston, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. Since this route maintains a 0% highway share, you will spend the entire 42.6 miles navigating surface streets. You will not find any long, uninterrupted highway stretches here, as the longest segment on Willow Road is 0 miles, meaning you should be prepared for frequent turns and changing road conditions. This drive requires your full attention as you transition between local roads, providing a distinct experience compared to high-speed transit. It is a technical, low-speed route that rewards drivers who prefer staying off major thoroughfares.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Massachusetts Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 24.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near I 495.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 42.6 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: at 5.6 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.3 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5.6 mi into trip | ~10m in | I 495

Merge onto I 495

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

14.6 mi into trip | ~20m in

Take the exit toward I 90: Albany New York, Boston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 58 Toward I 90: Albany New York, Boston

15.3 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike

Merge onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

39.4 mi into trip | ~51m in

Take the exit toward Allston-Brighton, Cambridge, Fenway Park

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Exit 131 Toward Allston-Brighton, Cambridge, Fenway Park

39.9 mi into trip | ~52m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Cambridge, Somerville, Fenway Park

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward Cambridge, Somerville, Fenway Park

Towns Along This Route

Between Boylston, MA and Somerville, MA, road signs point toward Boston, Allston-Brighton, Cambridge and Fenway Park.

Boston

14.6 mi in | ~20m

Allston-Brighton

39.4 mi in | ~51m

Cambridge

39.4 mi in | ~51m

Fenway Park

39.4 mi in | ~51m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike	24.1 mi	29m
I 495	9 mi	10m
Central Street	1.8 mi	3m
West Street	1.3 mi	2m
Boylston Road	1 mi	1m
Prospect Street	0.9 mi	3m
Main Street	0.8 mi	1m
River Street	0.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Massachusetts Turnpike — 24.1 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Boylston, MA and Somerville, MA.

Start on MA 70

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Turn right onto MA 62

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Willow Road

Continue on MA 62

1.0 mi · 1 min · Boylston Road

Continue on MA 62

1.3 mi · 2 min · West Street

Continue on MA 62

1.8 mi · 3 min · Central Street

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I 495 South: Worcester

Merge onto I 495

9.0 mi · 10 min · I 495

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 58 Toward I 90: Albany New York, Boston

Merge onto I 90

24 mi · 29 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 131 Toward Allston-Brighton, Cambridge, Fenway Park Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward Cambridge, Somerville, Fenway Park Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn slight right onto Cambridge Street

180 ft · 6 sec · Cambridge Street

Continue on River Street

0.8 mi · 2 min · River Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Continue on Prospect Street

0.9 mi · 3 min · Prospect Street

Turn slight left onto Webster Avenue

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Webster Avenue

Continue on Bow Street

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Bow Street

Turn slight right onto Summer Street

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Summer Street

Turn right onto Prescott Street

0.2 mi · 57 sec · Prescott Street

Turn left onto Highland Avenue

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Highland Avenue

Turn right

163 ft · 12 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though keeping an eye on local traffic patterns is always wise. You won't need to plan for any formal stops given the 1-hour duration, making it easy to drive straight through without fatigue. Since your fuel budget is only $6, you should be able to complete the entire trek on a single tank without needing to hunt for gas stations along the way. Your best strategy is to familiarize yourself with the specific sequence of Willow Road, Boylston Road, and West Street beforehand to navigate the turns comfortably. Staying alert for changing road signs will make the transition between these local routes much smoother.

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 21.3 miles from Boylston, MA, or about 29m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.1 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 42.6 miles or 1h 2m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 21.3 miles or 29m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 47m

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 Boylston, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Boylston, MA

This is one driving day of about 42.6 miles and 1h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Boylston, 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 Massachusetts Turnpike for about 24.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 21.3 mi from Boylston, MA · 29m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

21 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Boylston, 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

$6.78 one way

$13.56 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$7.37	$14.75
premium	$4.80	$8.05	$16.10
diesel	$5.64	$9.46	$18.93

Estimated Tolls: $1.44

Massachusetts Turnpike (24.1 mi) $1.44

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$33–$58

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	12.8	$4.47	$2.04
Efficient EV	10.7	$3.73	$1.70
EV Truck/SUV	17	$5.96	$2.73

Gas CO2

15 kg

EV CO2

5 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Boylston, MA

Night in Boylston on Sunday

Local time

9:32 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Somerville, MA

Night in Somerville on Sunday

Local time

9:32 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

21 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

3 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 2m 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 Boylston, MA to Somerville, MA covers 42.6 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, I 495, Central Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 21.3 miles from Boylston, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.78 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.

Between Boylston, MA and Somerville, MA, road signs point toward Boston, Allston-Brighton, Cambridge and Fenway Park.

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Trip from Boylston, MA to Somerville, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Somerville, MA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Boylston, MA

Somerville, MA

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 2m on the road

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