Origin
North Andover, MA
Morning in North Andover on Saturday
Local time
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Andover, 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
35m
Distance
25.8 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Andover, MA
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Somerville, MA
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Trip Overview
North Andover, MA to Somerville, MA is 25.8 miles and takes about 35m via I 93, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip connecting two locations within the Northeast region of Massachusetts. Given the short distance and duration, it's an ideal option for a quick commute or a brief day trip. You'll mostly be on major interstates, so expect typical highway conditions and traffic patterns. Plan for this to be a single-day journey, as it's easily manageable within a few hours.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 25.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 18.7 miles on I 93, offering a consistent pace for a substantial portion of the trip. While the primary roads are interstates like I 93 and I 495, the final segment involves Medford Street, introducing a slight shift from pure highway driving. The overall character is one of efficient travel, designed for covering ground quickly rather than for scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 93 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and I 495. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Middlesex 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 25.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 (Middlesex Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Waverley Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Middlesex Street
Turn left onto Middlesex Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Waverley Road
Turn left onto Waverley Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
7
4.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 93 South: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 97A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
8
23.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward MA 16 East: Everett, Revere
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 22
Toward MA 16 East: Everett, Revere
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Andover, MA to Somerville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Revere along the way.
Revere
23.7 mi in
|
~30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 18.7 mi | 21m |
| I 495 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Medford Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Massachusetts Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Harvard Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Waverley Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| School Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 18.7 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Andover, MA and Somerville, MA.
1
Start on this road
61 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Middlesex Street
142 ft
·
13 sec
·
Middlesex Street
3
Turn left onto Waverley Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Waverley Road
4
Turn right onto William Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
William Street
5
Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Massachusetts Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
7
Merge onto I 495
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 495
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 97A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 93
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 22
Toward MA 16 East: Everett, Revere
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on Mystic Valley Parkway Connector
466 ft
·
15 sec
·
Mystic Valley Parkway Connector
12
Continue on Harvard Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Harvard Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
14
Continue on Medford Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Medford Street
15
Continue on Medford Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Medford Street
16
Turn right onto School Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
School Street
17
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
279 ft
·
14 sec
·
Highland Avenue
18
Turn right
163 ft
·
12 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.13 one way
$8.26 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
| premium | $4.82 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.70 | $11.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.26 | $1.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Somerville, MA
Morning in Somerville on Saturday
Local time
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
35m 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 North Andover, MA to Somerville, MA covers 25.8 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 93, I 495, Medford 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 12.9 miles from North Andover, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.13 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 25.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 (Middlesex Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Waverley Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from North Andover, MA to Somerville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Revere along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Boston National Historical Park, Lowell National Historical Park and Adams National Historical Park. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
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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