Origin
Deerfield, MA
Morning in Deerfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deerfield, MA to Springfield, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
35.1 mi
57 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deerfield, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Springfield, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Deerfield to Springfield, you are in for a quick 35.1-mile journey through the heart of Massachusetts. This trip typically takes about 45 minutes, making it a straightforward drive that is perfectly suited for a single-day outing. You will spend roughly 81% of your time on highways, keeping the travel time efficient and predictable. Budgeting around $6 for fuel should cover your needs, which is quite economical for a trip of this length. Because the distance is relatively short, there is no need to worry about overnight stops or extensive travel planning. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, this route offers a reliable connection within the Northeast.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 28.4 mi | 33m |
| Greenfield Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| State Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Deerfield Bypass | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Boland Way | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Memorial Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hall of Fame Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 28.4 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deerfield, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on this road
150 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Albany Road
63 ft
·
2 sec
·
Albany Road
3
Turn right onto Old Main Street
263 ft
·
12 sec
·
Old Main Street
4
Turn left onto Memorial Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Memorial Street
5
Turn right onto US 5; MA 10
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Greenfield Road
6
Continue on US 5; MA 10; MA 116
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Deerfield Bypass
7
Continue on US 5; MA 10; MA 116
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Greenfield Road
8
Continue on US 5; MA 10; MA 116
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
State Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
10
Merge onto I 91
28 mi
·
33 min
·
I 91
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 7
Toward Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfield
12
Turn straight onto Hall of Fame Avenue
308 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hall of Fame Avenue
13
Turn left onto Boland Way
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boland Way
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Court Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
16
Turn right onto City Hall Place
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
17
Arrive at destination
City Hall Place
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.6 miles from Deerfield, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 35 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Albany Road
Turn right onto Albany Road
Navigation decision point
6
34.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfiel...
5
34.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Boland Way
Turn left onto Boland Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
34.9 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
35 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
Court Street
Turn right onto Court Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.62 one way
$11.23 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.13 | $12.25 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.66 | $13.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.75 | $15.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.69 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.25 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Springfield, MA
Morning in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
45m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, dominated by the flow of I-91. You will spend the bulk of your time on the interstate, including a significant 28.4-mile stretch that serves as the backbone of your journey. While your path begins on local routes like Greenfield Road and State Road, the transition to the highway is quick and defines the character of the drive. Expect a consistent, fast-paced experience rather than a winding, technical road trip. Navigating this path feels like a standard commute, providing a steady and direct line between the two towns without the need for constant navigation changes.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.4 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Greenfield Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Albany Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Albany Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.7 miles (Boland Way): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
363 ft
124 ft
Total Climb
317 ft
Total Descent
336 ft
Highest Point
363 ft
~25.1 mi in
Elevation Range
240 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 35.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.4 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (Albany Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.7 miles (Boland Way): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springfield, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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