This 34.3-mile drive from Scituate, MA, to the City of Somerville, MA, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 53 minutes, making it ideal for a single day trip. You'll primarily navigate using Pilgrims Highway and MA 3, with a portion on Main Street. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, this is a budget-friendly excursion. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, not a monotonous journey. Since both locations are within the Northeast region and the same state, you don't need to worry about crossing state lines or significant regional shifts. This route is perfect for a quick hop between coastal proximity and urban access.
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
17.1 miles from Scituate, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 27m into the drive
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Drive Character
The character of this drive is a mixed bag, with 39% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches of faster-paced travel, including a longest uninterrupted segment of 10.7 miles on Pilgrims Highway. As you progress, expect the road to transition from more open routes to potentially busier local streets as you approach Somerville. This isn't a purely scenic byway, but rather a practical connection designed for efficient travel, offering a blend of highway cruising and more urban driving.
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.
Pilgrims Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.7 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 0.1 miles in near Front Street.
Route Complexity9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 34.3 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 0.1 miles (Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Front Street
Turn right onto Front Street
Navigation decision point
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8.5 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the ramp toward MA 3 North: Braintree, Boston
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward MA 3 North: Braintree, Boston
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31.2 mi into trip|~47m 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
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32.8 mi into trip|~49m 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
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32.9 mi into trip|~49m 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...
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 Scituate, MA to City of Somerville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
8.5 mi in|~16m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pilgrims Highway
10.7 mi
13m
MA 3
8.4 mi
11m
Main Street
4.9 mi
8m
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
3.2 mi
5m
I 93
1.6 mi
2m
Stockbridge Road
1.3 mi
2m
Cornet Stetson Road
0.7 mi
1m
First Parish Road
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Pilgrims Highway
— 10.7 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scituate, MA and City of Somerville, MA.
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Start on Allen Place
264 ft·14 sec·Allen Place
2
Turn right onto Front Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Front Street
3
Keep slight right at fork onto First Parish Road
0.4 mi·1 min·First Parish Road
4
Turn left onto Stockbridge Road
1.2 mi·2 min·Stockbridge Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto Stockbridge Road
0.1 mi·17 sec·Stockbridge Road
6
Turn left onto Country Way
0.2 mi·41 sec·Country Way
7
Enter roundabout onto Cornet Stetson Road
146 ft·3 sec·Cornet Stetson Road
8
Continue on Cornet Stetson Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Cornet Stetson Road
9
Continue on MA 123
4.9 mi·8 min·Main Street
10
Continue on MA 123
0.2 mi·29 sec·Webster Street
11
Turn left onto MA 53
0.4 mi·41 sec·Washington Street
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward MA 3 North: Braintree, BostonUse the left lane.
13
Merge onto MA 3
11 mi·13 min·Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on MA 3
8.4 mi·11 min·MA 3
Exit 43BToward I 93 North: BostonUse 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 NHUse the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Exit 21Toward MA 28, MA 38: Somerville, MedfordUse the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward MA 28 South, MA 38 North: Somerville, MedfordUse 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
Given the short 53-minute duration, this route offers a lot of flexibility; you can depart at your leisure. There are no specific recommended stops, so you can push through to your destination without needing to plan for extended breaks. Keep an eye on local traffic, especially as you get closer to Somerville, as congestion can build. The fuel cost is minimal at around $5, so you likely won't need to worry about finding a gas station mid-trip unless you're running on fumes. A good tip for this route is to check real-time traffic conditions before you leave Scituate, as MA 3 can experience delays.
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 17.1 miles from Scituate, MA, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.7 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 34.3 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.1 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
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 Scituate, 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 Scituate, MA
This is one driving day of about 34.3 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Scituate, 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 Pilgrims Highway for about 10.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.1 mi from Scituate, MA
· 27m into the drive
The midpoint is around 17.1 miles from Scituate, 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.
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.
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 30.7
Park Closure: Dorchester Heights Temporary Public Access Restrictions
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...
. . . 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...
5 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 24.8
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 34.3
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
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 33.1
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 34.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.49 one way
$10.98 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg12 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$5.99
$11.97
premium
$4.82
$6.51
$13.03
diesel
$5.61
$7.57
$15.15
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: 12 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
10.3
0
$3.60
$1.65
Efficient EV
8.6
0
$3.00
$1.37
EV Truck/SUV
13.7
0
$4.80
$2.20
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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 data refreshed 19 hours ago
Origin
Scituate, MA
Night
in Scituate on Tuesday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
City of Somerville, MA
Night
in City of Somerville on Tuesday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
17 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
2 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
53m 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 Scituate, MA to City of Somerville, MA covers 34.3 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pilgrims Highway, MA 3, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.1 miles from Scituate, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.49 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 17 significant decision points across 34.3 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 0.1 miles (Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Scituate, MA to City of Somerville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
