Trip from Great Barrington, MA to Somerville, MA

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

Drive Time

2h 53m

Distance

135.1 mi

217 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

2h 43m ★

6 AM

2h 54m

8 AM

3h 16m

10 AM

3h 1m

12 PM

2h 59m

3 PM

3h 3m

5 PM

3h 15m

8 PM

2h 47m

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

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Great Barrington, MA

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city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Somerville, MA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Great Barrington, MA to Somerville, MA covers 135.1 miles and takes about 2h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Massachusetts Turnpike, Stockbridge Road, Pleasant Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 119.5 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.62 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

67.6 miles from Great Barrington, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike	119.5 mi	2h 19m
Stockbridge Road	4.2 mi	7m
Pleasant Street	3.3 mi	4m
Main Street	1.8 mi	4m
South Street	1.4 mi	2m
Prospect Street	0.9 mi	3m
River Street	0.8 mi	2m
Great Barrington Road	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Massachusetts Turnpike — 119.5 mi, about 2h 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Elm Street

224 ft · 17 sec · Elm Street

Turn left onto US 7; MA 23; MA 41

0.5 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Turn right onto US 7; MA 23

0.5 mi · 1 min · State Road

Continue on US 7; MA 183

4.2 mi · 7 min · Stockbridge Road

Continue on US 7

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Street

Continue on US 7

0.6 mi · 1 min · Great Barrington Road

Continue on US 7

0.4 mi · 55 sec · South Street

Turn right onto US 7; MA 102

1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Street

Use the right lane.

Continue on MA 102

3.3 mi · 4 min · Pleasant Street

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 20 sec · this road

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Merge onto I 90

120 mi · 2 hr 19 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

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 67.6 miles from Great Barrington, MA, or about 1h 28m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.5 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 30 miles or 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 67.6 miles or 1h 28m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 18m

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 Great Barrington, 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 Great Barrington, MA

This is one driving day of about 135.1 miles and 2h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Great Barrington, MA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 119.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wales, MA

68 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

Otis, MA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wales, MA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 67.6 miles from Great Barrington, 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 119.5 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

Hen Chicken Rice

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Somerville, Massachusetts

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 135.1

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16177641285

Visit website

Sabor Latino Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Chicopee, Massachusetts

0.6 mi

bōm dough cafe - inman square

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cambridge, Massachusetts

1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

2nd Street Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 135.1

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+16176611311

Visit website

Hen Chicken Rice

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 135.1

Somerville, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16177641285

Visit website

Sabor Latino Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 48.3

Chicopee, Massachusetts

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+14133312806

bōm dough cafe - inman square

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 135.1

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Hours: 8 am–3:30 pm

+18577995015

Visit website

Heidi's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 125.5

Waltham, Massachusetts

Hours: 5 am–3 pm

+17818915827

Visit website

Cafe Barada

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 135.1

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Hours: 12–8:30 pm

+16173542112

Visit website

Cana Korean Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 48.3

Chicopee, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+14135921362

Visit website

Lucky Strike Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 48.3

Chicopee, Massachusetts

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+14135367912

Village Pizza Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77.2

Sturbridge, Massachusetts

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15083478177

Visit website

2nd Street Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 135.1

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+16176611311

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Great Barrington, Massachusetts

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Great Barrington, Massachusetts

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 48.3

Holyoke, Massachusetts

Hours: Closed

Visit website

Boda Borg Boston

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 135.1

Malden, Massachusetts

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+17813211081

Visit website

EcoTarium

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 96.5

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 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 135 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7.1 mi into trip | ~14m in | US 7; MA 102 / Main Street

Turn right onto US 7; MA 102 / Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

12.3 mi into trip | ~23m 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.

131.9 mi into trip | ~2h 43m 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

132.4 mi into trip | ~2h 44m 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

135 mi into trip | ~2h 52m in | Highland Avenue

Turn left onto Highland Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.62 one way

$43.24 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$23.58	$47.16
premium	$4.82	$25.65	$51.31
diesel	$5.61	$29.83	$59.66

Estimated Tolls: $7.17

Massachusetts Turnpike (119.5 mi) $7.17

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

$22

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	40.5	$14.19	$6.48
Efficient EV	33.8	$11.82	$5.40
EV Truck/SUV	54	$18.91	$8.65

Gas CO2

47 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (66% 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 18, 2026

Origin

Great Barrington, MA

Afternoon in Great Barrington on Saturday

Local time

1:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Somerville, MA

Afternoon in Somerville on Saturday

Local time

1:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Areas Of Fog

NE 3 mph 1% chance Live forecast

40°F

Wales, MA

68 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

15 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

2h 53m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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

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.

135.1 mi in 2h 53m, mostly highway — 119.5 mi of that is on Massachusetts Turnpike.

88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 119.5 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and Stockbridge Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near US 7; MA 102 / Main Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 135.1 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 7.1 miles (US 7; MA 102 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles (I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving in Somerville, MA

Full guide →

Older Bostonians might still derisively call it "Slummerville", but today that tired old moniker couldn't be further from the truth. Packed with upwardly mobile professionals and longtime residents, Somerville is often voted an "All-America City" and the best-run city in Massachusetts. It would seem civically engaged folks can achieve uncommon results; and Somerville fosters an environment of cooperation like no other. Its 81,000 residents (2020) are quick to enjoy the fruits of their artistry, and you'll find top notch options for dinner, drinks, and dancing all in abundance within Somerville's borders. Lurking just to the south, big brothers Boston and Cambridge provide options and opportunities for many of Somerville's creative class residents.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 135.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 119.5 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $7.17 in tolls one way, starting with Massachusetts Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Somerville, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Boston National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and New England National Scenic Trail (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Somerville, MA before heading back.

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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Trip from Great Barrington, MA to Somerville, MA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Hen Chicken Rice

2nd Street Cafe

Hen Chicken Rice

Sabor Latino Restaurant

bōm dough cafe - inman square

Heidi's Restaurant

Cafe Barada

Cana Korean Restaurant

Lucky Strike Restaurant

Village Pizza Restaurant

2nd Street Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

Red E Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

LEGO® Discovery Center Boston

Museum of Science

Boston National Historical Park - Charlestown Navy Yard

USS Constitution Museum

DementedFX

Boda Borg Boston

EcoTarium

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Great Barrington, MA

Somerville, MA

Same local time

15 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 53m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Boston National Historical Park

Minute Man National Historical Park

New England National Scenic Trail

Adams National Historical Park

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

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About the Cities

Arriving in Somerville, MA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

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Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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