Origin
Dunstable, MA
Morning in Dunstable on Tuesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dunstable, 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
2h 1m
Distance
93 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunstable, MA
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Springfield, MA
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Trip Overview
This 93-mile drive from Dunstable, MA to Springfield, MA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 1 minute to complete. You'll primarily navigate via major highways like the Massachusetts Turnpike, I-290, and I-495, making for a straightforward journey within the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this route offers an economical option for getting between these two Massachusetts cities. The straightforward nature of the drive means you can focus on your destination rather than the journey itself, with no overnight stops recommended.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Dunstable, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 38.7 mi | 44m |
| I 290 | 19.6 mi | 24m |
| I 495 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| Springfield Expressway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Depot Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Scribner Road - Westford Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Dunstable Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Westford Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 38.7 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunstable, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Westford Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Westford Street
3
Continue on Scribner Road - Westford Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Scribner Road - Westford Street
4
Continue on Dunstable Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Dunstable Road
5
Turn straight onto Depot Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Depot Street
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Depot Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
7
Turn straight onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
8
Turn sharp left onto Boston Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Boston Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 495 South: Marlboro, Taunton
10
Merge onto I 495
18 mi
·
20 min
·
I 495
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 65B
Toward I 290 West: Worcester
12
Merge onto I 290
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 12B
Toward MA 12 South: Webster
14
Turn left onto Oxford Street
466 ft
·
10 sec
·
Oxford Street
15
At end of road, turn right onto MA 12
446 ft
·
9 sec
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Southbridge Street
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
18
Merge onto I 90
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
28 mi
·
31 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 51
Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
21
Keep slight right at fork
348 ft
·
9 sec
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
23
Continue on I 291
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Expressway
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 4
Toward Chicopee Falls
25
Turn left onto Page Boulevard
384 ft
·
13 sec
·
Page Boulevard
26
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
27
Enter roundabout onto Saint James Avenue
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
28
Continue on Saint James Avenue
428 ft
·
8 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
29
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
30
Continue on Saint James Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint James Avenue
31
Turn right onto State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
32
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
33
Turn left onto Court Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
34
Turn right onto City Hall Place
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
35
Arrive at destination
City Hall Place
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration, this route is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave either early in the morning or later in the evening to bypass potential commuter traffic on I-290 and I-495. You won't need to plan for extensive stops, but it's wise to be aware of the longest stretch of 38.7 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike, ensuring you're comfortable before beginning it. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated $15 cost suggests minimal fuel stops will be necessary.
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 46.5 miles from Dunstable, MA, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.7 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 20 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 1h 2m 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 38m
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 Dunstable, 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 Dunstable, MA
This is one driving day of about 93 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Dunstable, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 38.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.5 miles from Dunstable, 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 245 decision points cluster between mile 7.9 and 87.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Boston Road
Turn sharp left onto Boston Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
27.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward I 290 West: Worcester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 65B
Toward I 290 West: Worcester
5
27.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
I 290
Merge onto I 290
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
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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
87.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m 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
$14.88 one way
$29.77 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
| premium | $4.82 | $17.66 | $35.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.53 | $41.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.32
Massachusetts Turnpike
(38.7 mi)
$2.32
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
$15
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.14 | $3.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.02 | $5.95 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Worcester, MA
47 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
21 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
2h 1m 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.
Lowell National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 6.7
View on nps.gov
New England National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
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 90
View on nps.gov
Minute Man National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 10
View on nps.gov
Boston National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.
23 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 10
View on nps.gov
Salem Maritime National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 10
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for 85% of this 93-mile route. The drive is characterized by long stretches of efficient travel, including a continuous 38.7-mile segment on the Massachusetts Turnpike. While predominantly interstate, the connection via I-290 and I-495 provides a consistent pace. This highway-centric profile means less focus on varied scenery and more on covering distance efficiently, making it a functional drive rather than a picturesque one.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.7 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 290. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in near Boston Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 93 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 7.9 miles (Boston Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 27.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 27.5 miles (I 290): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dunstable, MA and Springfield, MA, road signs point toward Taunton and Hartford Connecticut.
Taunton
8.9 mi in
|
~16m
Hartford Connecticut
87.2 mi in
|
~1h 51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 93 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.7 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.32 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.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (Boston Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 27.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 27.5 miles (I 290): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Lowell National Historical Park, New England National Scenic Trail and Minute Man 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.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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