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Trip from Hanson, MA to City of Somerville, MA

Data updated 5 hours ago

Drive Time

48m

Distance

29.9 mi

48 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

27 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 44m ★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m

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

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town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States

Hanson, MA

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Downtown City of Somerville, MA, MA

City of Somerville, MA

Phil Evenden

Trip Overview

This relatively short, 29.9-mile drive from Hanson, MA to Somerville, MA will take you about 48 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward trip, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate on MA 3 and Pilgrims Highway, with a 44% highway share, so expect a mix of driving experiences. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $5, which is quite budget-friendly. Given the short distance and duration, no overnight stays are necessary, offering you flexibility in your schedule. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so you won't be crossing any major geographical boundaries.

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

15 miles from Hanson, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .

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Drive Character

The drive from Hanson to Somerville presents a mixed driving profile, with 44% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches on MA 3 and Pilgrims Highway, offering moments of faster travel. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 8.4 miles on MA 3, allowing for a consistent pace. As you progress, the road character will likely shift, transitioning from more open highway driving to potentially more local road conditions as you approach Somerville. This blend means you'll need to be adaptable to changing speed limits and traffic patterns throughout the 48-minute trip.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MA 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.1 miles in near MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 29.9 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 11.1 miles (MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.8 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

5
11.1 mi into trip | ~19m in | MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway

Merge onto MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
26.8 mi into trip | ~41m in | I 93

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord NH

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward I 93 North: Concord NH
8
28.4 mi into trip | ~43m in

Take the exit toward MA 28, MA 38: Somerville, Medford

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 21 Toward MA 28, MA 38: Somerville, Medford
9
28.6 mi into trip | ~43m in

Keep slight left at fork toward MA 28 South, MA 38 North: Somerville, Medford

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward MA 28 South, MA 38 North: Somerville, Me...
5
28.9 mi into trip | ~44m in | Temple Street

Turn left onto Temple Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MA 3 8.4 mi 11m
Pilgrims Highway 4.2 mi 5m
Plymouth Street 3.8 mi 6m
Main Street 3.4 mi 5m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway 3.2 mi 5m
I 93 1.6 mi 2m
Whitman Street 1.2 mi 2m
Bedford Street 1.2 mi 1m
Longest stretch: MA 3 — 8.4 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hanson, MA and City of Somerville, MA.

1

Start on MA 58

84 ft · 1 sec · Liberty Street
2

Continue on MA 58

0.2 mi · 34 sec · East Washington Street
3

Continue on MA 58

0.5 mi · 59 sec · Spring Street
4

Keep slight left at fork onto MA 58

1.2 mi · 2 min · Whitman Street
5

Continue on MA 58

1.2 mi · 2 min · Plymouth Street
6

Enter roundabout onto MA 58

67 ft · 1 sec · Plymouth Street
7

Continue on MA 58

2.6 mi · 4 min · Plymouth Street
8

Turn left onto MA 139

0.3 mi · 44 sec · North Avenue
9

Turn right onto MA 18

1.2 mi · 1 min · Bedford Street
10

Continue on MA 18

3.2 mi · 5 min · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
11

Continue on MA 18

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Main Street
12

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 52 sec
Toward MA 3 North: Boston
13

Merge onto MA 3

4.2 mi · 5 min · Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Continue on MA 3

8.4 mi · 11 min · MA 3
Exit 43B Toward I 93 North: Boston Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3

3.2 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93

1.6 mi · 2 min · I 93
Toward I 93 North: Concord NH Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Exit 21 Toward MA 28, MA 38: Somerville, Medford Use the slight right lane.
18

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward MA 28 South, MA 38 North: Somerville, Medford Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19

Turn straight onto MA 38

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Mystic Avenue
20

Turn left onto Temple Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Temple Street
Use the left lane.
21

Turn right onto Broadway

0.3 mi · 1 min · Broadway
22

Turn left onto Central Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Central Street
Use the left lane.
23

Turn left onto Pembroke Street

129 ft · 5 sec · Pembroke Street
24

Arrive at destination

Pembroke Street

Trip Plan

For this quick 29.9-mile trip, starting your drive in the late morning or early afternoon can help you avoid the worst of commuter traffic in the Boston area. Since the total travel time is under an hour, you won't need to plan for extensive stops, but it's always wise to take a short break if you feel the need. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; with an estimated cost of just $5, it's unlikely you'll need to stop for gas, but it's good practice to start with a full tank. A specific tip for this route: be aware of the transition from MA 3 onto Pilgrims Street, as this can sometimes involve merging traffic.

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 15 miles from Hanson, MA, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.4 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 29.9 miles or 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 15 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 39m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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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 Hanson, MA

This is one driving day of about 29.9 miles and 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hanson, 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 MA 3 for about 8.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 15 mi from Hanson, MA · 24m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

15 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 29.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15 miles from Hanson, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in City of Somerville, MA

The final approach into City of 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 City of Somerville, MA.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

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...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $15 near mile 16.5
Park Closure: Historic Homes Closed for Season
View on nps.gov
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.

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 25.8
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...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour Free near mile 20.6
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...

11 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 29.9
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...

13 mi from route ~34 min detour Free near mile 28.9
View on nps.gov
Lowell National Historical Park

Lowell National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...

21 mi from route ~52 min detour Free near mile 29.9
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.79 one way

$9.57 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $5.22 $10.44
premium $4.82 $5.68 $11.35
diesel $5.61 $6.60 $13.20

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: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

27 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

South Shore Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Braintree, MA

Tesla

8 DCFC

Valley Storage

Bridgewater, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

ABC Commercial Properties Holbrook

Holbrook, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

ABC Commercial Properties Randolph

Randolph, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

Stoughton Lodging

Stoughton, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

Randolph Liquors

Randolph, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

Marriott Boston Quincy

Quincy, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

Unicorn Realty Trust

Norwell, MA

RED_E

4 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 11 RED_E: 8 FLO: 2 ELECTRIC_ERA: 1 eVgo Network: 1 Electrify America: 1 Tesla: 1 SWTCH: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9 0 $3.14 $1.44
Efficient EV 7.5 0 $2.62 $1.20
EV Truck/SUV 12 0 $4.19 $1.91

Gas CO2

10 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (70% 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 4 days ago

Origin

Hanson, MA

Night in Hanson on Tuesday

Local time

9:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Somerville, MA

Night in City of Somerville on Tuesday

Local time

9:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

15 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 warmer at arrival

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

Road read

48m 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 Hanson, MA to City of Somerville, MA covers 29.9 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MA 3, Pilgrims Highway, Plymouth Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15 miles from Hanson, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.79 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 29.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.1 miles (MA 3 / Pilgrims Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.8 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Hanson, MA to City of Somerville, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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