Origin
Somerville, MA
Evening in Somerville on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerville, MA to Barre, MA
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
64.6 mi
104 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somerville, MA
@coldbeer
Trip Overview
If you are looking to head west from Somerville to Barre, you are in for a 64.6-mile journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes. This route serves as a straightforward day trip, requiring no overnight stays to reach your destination. Budgeting about $9 for fuel covers the trip comfortably. You will navigate through local roads rather than major interstates, making this a practical choice for those who prefer city-to-country transitions. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to easily complete the trek in a single afternoon or morning.
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
32.3 miles from Somerville, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features 0% highway travel. You will navigate via Highland Avenue, Medford Street, and McGrath Highway, which keeps you engaged behind the wheel throughout the entire duration. There is no monotony here, as the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Highland Avenue, necessitating your full attention on the road. The transition from the urban environment of Somerville into the rural landscape of Barre happens gradually as you navigate these local roads. You should be prepared for frequent turns and a steady pace that reflects the non-highway nature of the journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 28 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 34 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 0.5 miles in near MA 28 / McGrath Highway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 64.6 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 0.5 miles (MA 28 / McGrath Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Prospect Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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MA 28 / McGrath Highway
Turn right onto MA 28 / McGrath Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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Prospect Street
Turn left onto Prospect Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
3.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 West: Worcester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 90 West: Worcester
6
37.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 96
Toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
6
42.5 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
MA 122; MA 122A / Madison Street
Enter roundabout onto MA 122; MA 122A / Madison Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Somerville, MA to Barre, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Worcester along the way.
Worcester
37.7 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 34 mi | 40m |
| Pleasant Street | 6.8 mi | 12m |
| Worcester Road | 6.1 mi | 11m |
| Barre Paxton Road | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Grafton Street | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Chandler Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| Summer Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Prospect Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 34 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerville, MA and Barre, MA.
1
Start on this road
163 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Highland Avenue
3
Continue on Medford Street
440 ft
·
13 sec
·
Medford Street
4
Turn right onto MA 28
395 ft
·
8 sec
·
McGrath Highway
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on McGrath Highway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
McGrath Highway
Toward Washington Street
6
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Washington Street
7
Turn left onto Prospect Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Prospect Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on Western Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Soldiers Field Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Soldiers Field Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 90: Mass Pike
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 90 West: Worcester
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 90
34 mi
·
40 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 96
Toward MA 122: Millbury, Worcester
14
Keep slight left at fork
173 ft
·
10 sec
15
Turn left onto MA 122
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Grafton Road
16
Continue on MA 122
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Grafton Street
17
Enter roundabout onto MA 122
123 ft
·
1 sec
·
Grafton Street
18
Continue on MA 122
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Grafton Street
19
Continue on Grafton Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Grafton Street
20
Turn left onto MA 122
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Harding Street
21
Enter roundabout onto MA 122; MA 122A
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
Madison Street
22
Continue on MA 122; MA 122A
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Street
23
Continue on MA 122; MA 122A
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Chandler Street
24
Turn left onto MA 122
6.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Pleasant Street
25
Continue on MA 122
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Barre Paxton Road
26
Continue on MA 122
6.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Worcester Road
27
Continue on MA 32; MA 122
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Summer Street
28
Arrive at destination
MA 32; MA 122
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, plan your departure for a time when you feel comfortable navigating city and regional traffic. Because there are 0 planned stops along the 64.6-mile path, ensure you have your fuel and personal needs addressed before you head out from Somerville. The $9 fuel estimate is modest, but keeping an eye on your gauge is wise since you won't be relying on major highway service plazas. Take advantage of the route's flexibility by pacing yourself through the turns rather than rushing. A specific tip for this trip: keep your GPS active and ready, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be relying on local navigation for the duration of your 1 hour and 37-minute drive.
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 32.3 miles from Somerville, MA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34 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 64.6 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.3 miles or 45m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barre, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Somerville, 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 Somerville, MA
This is one driving day of about 64.6 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Somerville, 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 Massachusetts Turnpike for about 34 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.3 mi from Somerville, MA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 64.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.3 miles from Somerville, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barre, MA
The final approach into Barre, 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 Barre, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.28 one way
$20.57 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.18 | $22.37 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.21 | $24.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.04
Massachusetts Turnpike
(34 mi)
$2.04
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
$10
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.78 | $3.10 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.65 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.04 | $4.13 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Barre, MA
Evening in Barre on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
32 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
24 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 37m 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 Somerville, MA to Barre, MA covers 64.6 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, Pleasant Street, Worcester Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.3 miles from Somerville, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.28 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 15 significant decision points across 64.6 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 0.5 miles (MA 28 / McGrath Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Prospect Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Somerville, MA to Barre, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Worcester along the way.
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