How far is Framingham, MA from City of Somerville, MA?

The driving distance from Framingham, MA to City of Somerville, MA is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
20.81 mi
00h 38m
Flight
17.83 mi
28.7 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
17.83 mi
Kilometers
28.7 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
20.81 mi
Kilometers
33.49 km
Drive Time
00h 38m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 38m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in City of Somerville
Thu, Apr 30, 2:34 AM EDT
Return by in Framingham
Thu, Apr 30, 3:13 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Framingham
2026-04-30T01:55
Arrive City of Somerville
Thu, Apr 30, 2:34 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 38m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:39 AM to 7:39 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:12 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Framingham
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Newton
MA

The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.

From Framingham
10.3 mi
00h 19m
To City of Somerville
10.5 mi
00h 19m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Thursday

Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 8 mph N
Destination
58°F
Thursday

Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Framingham and City of Somerville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Framingham and City of Somerville.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    2 m · 6 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    37 m · 14 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left

    55 m · 19 sec

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Frederick Street

    100 m · 18 sec · Frederick Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Concord Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · Concord Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Concord Street

    2286 ft · 46 sec · Concord Street

  7. 7

    Turn slight right onto Cochituate Road

    1.4 km · 1 min · Cochituate Road

  8. 8

    Take the ramp straight toward I 90 East, I 90 West: Masspike, Springfield, Boston

    3271 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Boston

    1645 ft · 40 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike

    13.6 mi · 17 min · Massachusetts Turnpike

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight left toward Allston-Brighton, Cambridge, Fenway Park

    2628 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on Cambridge, Somerville, Fenway Park

    872 ft · 23 sec

  13. 13

    Turn slight right onto Cambridge Street

    55 m · 6 sec · Cambridge Street

  14. 14

    Continue on River Street

    533 ft · 19 sec · River Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Memorial Drive

    3159 ft · 1 min · Memorial Drive

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Plympton Street

    1223 ft · 57 sec · Plympton Street

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Massachusetts Avenue

    1024 ft · 49 sec · Massachusetts Avenue

  18. 18

    Continue on Peabody Street

    113 m · 18 sec · Peabody Street

  19. 19

    Turn slight right onto Cambridge Street

    757 ft · 26 sec · Cambridge Street

  20. 20

    Keep slight left to continue on Cambridge Street

    157 m · 30 sec · Cambridge Street

  21. 21

    Turn left onto Quincy Street

    131 m · 17 sec · Quincy Street

  22. 22

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Kirkland Street

    981 ft · 39 sec · Kirkland Street

  23. 23

    Turn left onto Irving Street

    103 m · 14 sec · Irving Street

  24. 24

    Continue on Scott Street

    876 ft · 37 sec · Scott Street

  25. 25

    Continue on Park Street

    1303 ft · 1 min · Park Street

  26. 26

    Turn left onto Somerville Avenue

    50 m · 10 sec · Somerville Avenue

  27. 27

    Turn right onto Central Street

    3203 ft · 2 min · Central Street

  28. 28

    Turn right onto Pembroke Street

    39 m · 5 sec · Pembroke Street

  29. 29

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Pembroke Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Framingham and City of Somerville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
29 steps
17 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
139.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Massachusetts Turnpike
13.6 mi · 66%
Concord Street
1.63 mi · 8%
I 90 East
0.93 mi · 4%
Cochituate Road
0.84 mi · 4%
Central Street
0.61 mi · 3%
Memorial Drive
0.6 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Massachusetts Turnpike

Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike

13.6 mi · 00h 17m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 38m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3 mi
17.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Newton
00h 19m from Framingham
Leave By
7:12 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Rain Showers leaving Framingham and Rain Showers near City of Somerville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Framingham to City of Somerville?

The road trip is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km) and usually takes 00h 38m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Newton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.3 miles from Framingham and 10.5 miles from City of Somerville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.84 one way or $5.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Framingham and Rain Showers near City of Somerville.

Stop Ideas Near Newton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Newton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 10.3 mi away

Cocobeet - Boston

Boston , MA
100 City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02108
Rating 4.4/5 198 reviews Health food restaurant,Juice shop,Raw food restaurant,Vegan restaurant
Boston's Old City Hall
Scenic stop 10.2 mi away

Boston's Old City Hall

Boston , MA
45 School St, Boston, MA 02108, United States
Rating 4.6/5 346 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical landmark
Cambridge City Hall
Meeting point 8 mi away

Cambridge City Hall

Cambridge , MA
795 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Rating 4.4/5 47 reviews City Hall,City government office
Shoppers World
Nearby stop 7.5 mi away

Shoppers World

Framingham , MA
1 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA 01701, United States
Rating 4.3/5 2,625 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newton.

RAIL

Back Bay station

11 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.
RAIL

North Station

12 mi away
100 Legends Way
RAIL

South Station

13 mi away
2 South Station
RAIL

Route 128 station

15 mi away
50 University Ave

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Framingham and City of Somerville. Straight-line distance: 17.83 mi (28.7 km).

Framingham

#1 Framingham

Town in Massachusetts

Population73,892
Coordinates42.2792600, -71.4161700
Altitude53
CountryUnited States
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#2 City of Somerville

A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.

Population75,754
Coordinates42.3907200, -71.1013100
Altitude18
CountryUnited States
Start: (-71.415885, 42.279211)
End: Pembroke Street (-71.101104, 42.390958)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 33 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 41m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 24m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 20m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 17m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.73 gal
2.78 L · about $2.84
Round trip
$5.68
1.46 gal · 5.56 L
Estimated CO2
6.5 kg one way
Round trip: 13 kg / 29 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $2.84 $5.68
Mid-grade $4.40 $3.21 $6.42
Premium $4.80 $3.50 $7.01
Diesel $4.49 $3.28 $6.55

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Massachusetts · Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Framingham and City of Somerville. The current time is 01:55:53.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.