Origin
Dunstable, MA
Night in Dunstable on Wednesday
Local time
10:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dunstable, MA to Somerville, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
32.6 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunstable, MA
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Somerville, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dunstable, MA to Somerville, MA covers 32.6 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lowell Street, Dunstable Road, Westford Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.22 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
16.3 miles from Dunstable, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 49m drive with frequent turns across 32.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lowell 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 Dunstable, MA to Somerville, MA is easy. At 49m 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 Dunstable, MA to Somerville, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lowell Street | — | — |
| Dunstable Road | — | — |
| Westford Road | — | — |
| US 3 South | — | — |
| I 95 North | — | — |
| Yankee Division Highway | — | — |
| Cambridge Street | — | — |
| Cambridge Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Lowell Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunstable, MA and Somerville, MA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Keep slight right to continue on Lowell Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Lowell Street
3
Continue on Dunstable Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Dunstable Road
4
Turn left onto Westford Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Westford Road
5
Take the ramp left toward US 3 South: Burlington
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 3 South: Burlington
6
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
19 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, US 3 South: Boston, Peabody
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95 North, US 3 South: Boston, Peabody
8
Keep slight left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
9
Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 3 South: Winchester
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 3 South: Winchester
11
Merge slight left onto Cambridge Street
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Cambridge Street
12
Continue on Cambridge Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cambridge Road
13
Continue on Cambridge Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Cambridge Street
14
Turn left onto Church Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Church Street
15
Turn right onto Bacon Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bacon Street
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Main Street
36 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
17
Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Main Street
18
Continue on Winthrop Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Winthrop Street
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward High Street
151 ft
·
4 sec
·
High Street
20
Exit the roundabout onto High Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
21
Turn slight right onto Clippership Drive
115 ft
·
6 sec
·
Clippership Drive
22
Turn slight right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Main Street
23
Continue on Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
24
Continue on Medford Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Medford Street
25
Continue on Medford Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Medford Street
26
Turn right onto School Street
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
School Street
27
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
279 ft
·
14 sec
·
Highland Avenue
28
Turn right
164 ft
·
12 sec
29
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 16.3 miles from Dunstable, MA, or about 24m 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 32.6 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.3 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Somerville, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Dunstable, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dunstable, MA
This is one driving day of about 32.6 miles and 49m.
At 32.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.3 mi from Dunstable, MA · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Dunstable, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Somerville, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Somerville, MA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.22 one way
$10.43 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.69 | $11.38 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.19 | $12.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 Wednesday
Local time
10:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Winchester, MA
16 mi in
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
49m 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 Dunstable, MA to Somerville, MA covers 32.6 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lowell Street, Dunstable Road, Westford Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.3 miles from Dunstable, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.22 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 Dunstable, MA to Somerville, MA is easy. At 49m 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 Dunstable, MA to Somerville, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dunstable, MA to Somerville, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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