Origin
Somerville, MA
Night in Somerville on Sunday
Local time
10:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerville, MA to Cochituate, MA
Drive Time
33m
Distance
16.8 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somerville, MA
@coldbeer
Cochituate, MA
Renata Meneses
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Somerville to Cochituate, expect a straightforward 16.8-mile journey that typically takes about 33 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as the short distance allows for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. You will primarily utilize the Massachusetts Turnpike, South Avenue, and Commonwealth Road to navigate between these two Northeast locations. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical drive that won't strain your wallet. Because both towns are located within Massachusetts, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you where you need to go without requiring an overnight stay.
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
8.4 miles from Somerville, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing high-speed transit with local navigation. Approximately 43% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on the highway, providing a quick pace for the bulk of your travels. You will experience your longest uninterrupted stretch of 7.2 miles while cruising along the Massachusetts Turnpike. As you transition off the highway and onto South Avenue and Commonwealth Road, the character of the drive shifts from an interstate flow to a more localized experience. Expect a functional drive that moves you efficiently through the regional landscape without unnecessary complexity.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 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 7.2 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
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 16.8 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 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~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.
5
3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward I 90: Mass Pike
Navigation decision point
Toward I 90: Mass Pike
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
7
10.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward MA 30: Weston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 123B
Toward MA 30: Weston
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 7.2 mi | 9m |
| South Avenue | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Commonwealth Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Prospect Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Western Avenue | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| East Plain Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Highland Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| McGrath Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 7.2 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerville, MA and Cochituate, 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
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 123B
Toward MA 30: Weston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto Park Road
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Park Road
15
Turn left onto MA 30
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South Avenue
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on MA 30
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Commonwealth Road
17
Keep slight right at fork onto East Plain Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Plain Street
18
Turn left onto MA 27
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
19
Turn left
88 ft
·
8 sec
20
Turn right
44 ft
·
3 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 16.8-mile trip, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire drive in one go without needing to plan for rest stops or meal breaks. While the $3 fuel cost is minimal, keep an eye on your gas gauge before leaving Somerville to ensure you don't have to hunt for a station mid-route. Because the route relies on the Massachusetts Turnpike, be prepared for typical highway traffic patterns that might influence your 33-minute travel estimate. My best tip for this drive is to check real-time traffic reports for the turnpike specifically, as that 7.2-mile stretch is the most likely place to encounter unexpected 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 8.4 miles from Somerville, MA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.2 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 16.8 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.4 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cochituate, 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 16.8 miles and 33m.
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 7.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.4 mi from Somerville, MA · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.4 miles from Somerville, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cochituate, MA
The final approach into Cochituate, 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 Cochituate, 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
$2.67 one way
$5.35 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $2.91 | $5.82 |
| premium | $4.80 | $3.17 | $6.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.73 | $7.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.43
Massachusetts Turnpike
(7.2 mi)
$0.43
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
$3
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Cochituate, MA
Night in Cochituate on Sunday
Local time
10:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
8 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
22 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
33m 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 Cochituate, MA covers 16.8 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, South Avenue, Commonwealth Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.4 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 $2.67 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 16.8 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 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Somerville, MA to Cochituate, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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