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Trip from East Longmeadow, MA to Cambridge, MA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 54m

Distance

86.7 mi

139 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 46m ★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from East Longmeadow, MA to Cambridge, MA covers 86.7 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Massachusetts Turnpike, Parker Street, Elm Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 75.4 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.88 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.

Midpoint

43.3 miles from East Longmeadow, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike 75.4 mi 1h 28m
Parker Street 3.8 mi 6m
Elm Street 1.5 mi 2m
Cooley Street 1.3 mi 3m
Center Street 1 mi 2m
River Street 0.8 mi 2m
Prospect Street 0.6 mi 1m
Line Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Massachusetts Turnpike — 75.4 mi, about 1h 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Longmeadow, MA and Cambridge, MA.

1

Start on MA 83

53 ft · 9 sec · Pleasant Street
2

Turn sharp left onto MA 83

119 ft · 2 sec · Somers Road
3

Enter roundabout onto MA 83

27 ft · 0 sec · North Main Street
4

Continue on MA 83

37 ft · 0 sec · North Main Street
5

Turn slight right onto Elm Street

1.5 mi · 2 min · Elm Street
6

Continue on Cooley Street

1.3 mi · 3 min · Cooley Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
7

Continue on Parker Street

3.8 mi · 6 min · Parker Street
8

Continue on MA 21

442 ft · 18 sec · Main Street
9

Turn left onto MA 21

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Ludlow Avenue
10

At end of road, turn left onto MA 21

1.0 mi · 2 min · Center Street
Use the left lane.
11

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Use the right lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Use the slight left lane.
13

Merge onto I 90

75 mi · 1 hr 28 min · Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
14

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 131 Toward Allston-Brighton, Cambridge, Fenway Park Use the slight left lane.
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward Cambridge, Somerville, Fenway Park Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16

Turn slight right onto Cambridge Street

180 ft · 6 sec · Cambridge Street
17

Continue on River Street

0.8 mi · 2 min · River Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
18

Continue on Prospect Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Prospect Street
19

Turn left onto Hampshire Street

0.1 mi · 33 sec · Hampshire Street
Use the left lane.
20

Continue on Cambridge Street

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Cambridge Street
Use the straight lane.
21

Turn right onto Line Street

0.2 mi · 51 sec · Line Street
22

Turn left onto Leonard Avenue

460 ft · 19 sec · Leonard Avenue
23

Arrive at destination

Leonard Avenue

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 43.3 miles from East Longmeadow, MA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.4 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 19 miles or 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 43.3 miles or 58m 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 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cambridge, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving East Longmeadow, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from East Longmeadow, MA

This is one driving day of about 86.7 miles and 1h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from East Longmeadow, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 75.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Worcester, MA, MA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Worcester, MA

43 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.

Popular next leg

Worcester, MA to Cambridge, MA

42.1 mi · 57m

Pacing Suggestions

Palmer, MA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Worcester, MA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 43.3 miles from East Longmeadow, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Massachusetts Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

bōm dough cafe - inman square

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 86.7

Hours: 8 am–3:30 pm

+18577995015

Visit website

Hen Chicken Rice

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Somerville, Massachusetts

0.6 mi

Brickhouse Tavern

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indian Orchard, Massachusetts

0.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

2nd Street Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 86.7

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+16176611311

Visit website

bōm dough cafe - inman square

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 86.7

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Hours: 8 am–3:30 pm

+18577995015

Visit website

Hen Chicken Rice

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 86.7

Somerville, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16177641285

Visit website

Brickhouse Tavern

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.2

Indian Orchard, Massachusetts

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+14133632728

Visit website

Jasmine Asian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 43.3

Auburn, Massachusetts

Hours: 11:30 am–10:30 pm

+15088328868

Visit website

Blue Elephant Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 6.2

Wilbraham, Massachusetts

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+14135431500

Visit website

99 Restaurants

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 43.3

Auburn, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+15088320999

Visit website

Primavera Cafe Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 6.2

Ludlow, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14135890562

Visit website

El Calenton Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.2

Indian Orchard, Massachusetts

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+14132737226

Visit website

2nd Street Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 86.7

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+16176611311

Visit website

Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 86.7

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16174961027

Visit website

Titanic Historical Society

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 6.2

Indian Orchard, Massachusetts

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+14135434770

Visit website

Museum of Science

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 86.7

Boston, Massachusetts

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16177232500

Visit website

LEGO® Discovery Center Boston

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 86.7

Somerville, Massachusetts

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16177025593

Visit website

Boston National Historical Park - Charlestown Navy Yard

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 86.7

Boston, MA

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16172425601

Visit website

USS Constitution Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 86.7

Charlestown, Massachusetts

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+16174261812

Visit website

Soldiers and Sailors Monument

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 86.7

Boston, Massachusetts

Hours: 6 am–11:30 pm

+16176354505

Visit website

EcoTarium

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 49.5

Worcester, Massachusetts

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15089292700

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 84.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | MA 83 / Somers Road

Turn sharp left onto MA 83 / Somers Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

6
6.9 mi into trip | ~13m in | MA 21 / Center Street

At end of road, turn left onto MA 21 / Center Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
8 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
8
84.1 mi into trip | ~1h 46m 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
8
84.6 mi into trip | ~1h 47m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.88 one way

$27.75 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $15.13 $30.26
premium $4.82 $16.46 $32.93
diesel $5.61 $19.14 $38.28

Estimated Tolls: $4.52

Massachusetts Turnpike (75.4 mi) $4.52

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

$14

Tolls

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26 0 $9.10 $4.16
Efficient EV 21.7 0 $7.59 $3.47
EV Truck/SUV 34.7 0 $12.14 $5.55

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

East Longmeadow, MA

Afternoon in East Longmeadow on Saturday

Local time

3:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cambridge, MA

Afternoon in Cambridge on Saturday

Local time

3:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

64°F

Worcester, MA

43 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

21 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 54m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Boston National Historical Park

Boston National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.

3 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 86.7
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
Park Closure: Great Hall of Faneuil Hall
View on nps.gov
Minute Man National Historical Park

Minute Man National Historical Park

National Historical Park

At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 77.7
View on nps.gov
New England National Scenic Trail

New England National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 9
View on nps.gov
Adams National Historical Park

Adams National Historical Park

National Historical Park

From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour $15 near mile 83.7
View on nps.gov
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 86.7
View on nps.gov
Salem Maritime National Historical Park

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...

15 mi from route ~38 min detour Free near mile 86.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 1h 54m highway drive covering 86.7 miles, with most of the trip on Massachusetts Turnpike and Parker Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 75.4 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 75.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Parker Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MA 83 / Somers Road.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 86.7 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (MA 83 / Somers Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.9 miles (MA 21 / Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 86.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from East Longmeadow, MA to Cambridge, MA covers 86.7 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, Parker Street, Elm 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 43.3 miles from East Longmeadow, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.88 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 86.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (MA 83 / Somers Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 6.9 miles (MA 21 / Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from East Longmeadow, MA to Cambridge, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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