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Springfield, NJ Road Trips

Sitting in the Northeast, Springfield, NJ is a local road trip base with 14 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 49 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Springfield, NJ head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

Downtown Springfield, NJ, NJ

Photo: Ren Aukeman

Trip Routes

14

Longest Drive

69.4 mi

West New York, NJ

Quickest Drive

23m

Trenton, NJ

Plan Around Springfield, NJ

Trips from Springfield, NJ

Driving from Springfield, NJ

Expect an average of 49 miles and about 1h 5m behind the wheel when leaving Springfield, NJ. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 69 miles (1h 32m), while the shortest is just 16 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Springfield, NJ most often head toward West New York, NJ (69.4 mi, 1h 32m), Newark, NJ (61.3 mi, 1h 20m), and Trenton, NJ (15.7 mi, 23m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in NJ currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 49-mile trip from Springfield, NJ, budget about $8 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 3 mapped routes leaving Springfield, NJ and 11 routes heading into Springfield, NJ, covering 14 total connections. Distances range from 16 to 69 miles.

The longest mapped route from Springfield, NJ covers 69 miles and takes approximately 1h 32m. Shorter options start at just 16 miles.

The average route from Springfield, NJ runs about 49 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 5m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 49-mile trip from Springfield, NJ costs roughly $8 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Springfield, NJ include West New York, NJ, Newark, NJ and Trenton, NJ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Springfield, NJ by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

1,338

Median Income

$177,045

Median Home Value

$580,900

Median Age

42.0

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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