Attleboro, MA to Springfield, MA is 87.9 miles and takes about 1h 52m via Massachusetts Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip primarily within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a drive that's largely on major highways, making it a practical option for a quick transit between these cities. If you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss, this route fits the bill. It's designed for getting you there without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44 miles from Attleboro, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
42.3 mi
48m
I 295
8.6 mi
9m
Providence Pike
7.7 mi
8m
Worcester Providence Road
7 mi
9m
North Smithfield Expressway
5.7 mi
6m
Springfield Expressway
2.6 mi
3m
North Main Street
1.8 mi
3m
Worcester-Providence Turnpike
1.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 42.3 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Attleboro, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on this road
164 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn right
35 ft·7 sec
3
Turn left onto MA 152
1.8 mi·3 min·North Main Street
4
Turn left onto Robert F. Toner Boulevard
346 ft·12 sec·Robert F. Toner Boulevard
5
Continue on Robert F. Toner Boulevard
0.2 mi·27 sec·Robert F. Toner Boulevard
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 95 South: Pawtucket Rhode Island, Providence Rhode Island
7
Merge onto I 95
0.8 mi·53 sec·I 95
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi·45 sec
Exit 6Toward I 295 South: Woonsocket Rhode Island, Warwick Rhode IslandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 295
8.6 mi·9 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 18BToward RI 146 North: WoonsocketUse the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward RI 146 North: Worcester Massachusetts
12
Merge onto RI 146
1.5 mi·1 min·Eddie Dowling Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on RI 146
5.7 mi·6 min·North Smithfield Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on MA 146
0.2 mi·17 sec·Purple Heart Highway
15
Continue on MA 146
7.7 mi·8 min·Providence Pike
16
Continue on MA 146
0.3 mi·18 sec·Purple Heart Highway
17
Continue on MA 146
7.0 mi·9 min·Worcester Providence Road
18
Continue on MA 146
0.9 mi·1 min·Purple Heart Highway
19
Continue on MA 146
1.8 mi·2 min·Worcester-Providence Turnpike
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 90, US 20: Boston, Springfield
21
Turn left
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I 90
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 90 West
23
Merge onto I 90
15 mi·17 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
28 mi·31 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi·55 sec
Exit 51Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
26
Keep slight right at fork
348 ft·9 sec
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·20 sec
28
Continue on I 291
2.6 mi·3 min·Springfield Expressway
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Exit 4Toward Chicopee Falls
30
Turn left onto Page Boulevard
384 ft·13 sec·Page Boulevard
31
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
0.2 mi·15 sec·Saint James Avenue
32
Enter roundabout onto Saint James Avenue
101 ft·2 sec·Saint James Avenue
33
Continue on Saint James Avenue
428 ft·8 sec·Saint James Avenue
34
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·22 sec·this road
35
Continue on Saint James Avenue
0.9 mi·1 min·Saint James Avenue
36
Turn right onto State Street
0.9 mi·1 min·State Street
37
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi·14 sec·Main Street
38
Turn left onto Court Street
234 ft·22 sec·Court Street
39
Turn right onto City Hall Place
166 ft·7 sec·City Hall Place
40
Arrive at destination
City Hall Place
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 52 minutes, this route offers a lot of flexibility for departure times. You can easily make this a same-day trip, allowing you to leave Attleboro in the morning and arrive in Springfield with plenty of the day left. There are no recommended stops in the data, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps midway or when you feel ready. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14; it's always wise to top up before heading out on longer stretches, especially before the 42.3-mile segment on the Massachusetts Turnpike.
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 44 miles from Attleboro, MA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.3 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 19 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44 miles or 58m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Attleboro, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Attleboro, MA
This is one driving day of about 87.9 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Attleboro, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 42.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.3 and 82.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
3.3 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the exit toward I 295 South: Woonsocket Rhode Island, Warwick Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward I 295 South: Woonsocket Rhode Island, Wa...
7
12.4 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the exit toward RI 146 North: Woonsocket
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18B
Toward RI 146 North: Woonsocket
5
13.3 mi into trip|~18m in|RI 146 / Eddie Dowling Highway
Merge onto RI 146 / Eddie Dowling Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
54.6 mi into trip|~1h 10m in|I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
82.1 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 51
Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.07 one way
$28.13 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$15.34
$30.68
premium
$4.82
$16.69
$33.38
diesel
$5.61
$19.41
$38.81
Estimated Tolls: $2.66
Massachusetts Turnpike
(42.3 mi)$2.53
Worcester-Providence Turnpike
(1.8 mi)$0.13
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
$14
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.4
0
$9.23
$4.22
Efficient EV
22
0
$7.69
$3.52
EV Truck/SUV
35.2
0
$12.31
$5.63
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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 as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Attleboro, MA
Morning
in Attleboro on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Springfield, MA
Morning
in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Worcester, MA
44 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
23 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 52m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked...
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 80.1
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...
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all t...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is about 70% highway, so anticipate a drive-focused experience. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Massachusetts Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.3 miles on this highway, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While much of the journey emphasizes efficient travel on major roads like I-295 and Providence Pike, the overall profile is highway-centric, meaning you'll likely experience consistent speeds and limited interactions with local traffic until closer to your destination.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.3 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.9 miles you will encounter 23 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles (RI 146 / Eddie Dowling Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Attleboro, MA to Springfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford Connecticut along the way.
Hartford Connecticut
82.1 mi in|~1h 42m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 87.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.3 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.66 in tolls one way, starting with Massachusetts Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Springfield, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles (RI 146 / Eddie Dowling Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park, New England National Scenic Trail and Adams National Historical Park (5 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, MA before heading back.
