Origin
Greenfield, MA
Late night in Greenfield on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenfield, MA to Springfield, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
39 mi
63 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 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenfield, MA
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Springfield, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Greenfield to Springfield, you are looking at a manageable 39.2-mile trek through the heart of Massachusetts. The journey typically takes about 40 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a one-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate using the Mohawk Trail and Hall of Fame Avenue, keeping your transit costs low with an estimated fuel budget of just $5. Since both cities are located within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. This route is ideal for those who prefer local roads over monotonous interstate travel, providing a straightforward connection between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 36.6 mi | 43m |
| Mohawk Trail | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Boland Way | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hall of Fame Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Court Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| City Hall Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 36.6 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenfield, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on MA 2A
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on MA 2A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mohawk Trail
3
Enter roundabout
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
4
Continue
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
5
Merge onto I 91
37 mi
·
43 min
·
I 91
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 7
Toward Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfield
7
Turn straight onto Hall of Fame Avenue
308 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hall of Fame Avenue
8
Turn left onto Boland Way
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boland Way
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto Court Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
11
Turn right onto City Hall Place
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
12
Arrive at destination
City Hall Place
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Greenfield, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 39 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
38.3 mi into trip
|
~47m 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
38.7 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Boland Way
Turn left onto Boland Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
38.8 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
39 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Court Street
Turn right onto Court Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.24 one way
$12.48 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.81 | $13.61 |
| premium | $4.82 | $7.41 | $14.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
9 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
49m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike long-haul interstate routes, this trip features 0% highway travel, meaning you will navigate surface roads for the entire 39.2-mile distance. The longest stretch of uninterrupted driving on the Mohawk Trail is essentially non-existent, requiring you to stay focused on the changing road conditions. Because this is a local route, the character of the drive shifts as you transition between towns. You won't find yourself zoning out on a high-speed freeway; instead, you'll experience a more grounded, hands-on driving experience that reflects the local infrastructure.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.6 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Mohawk Trail. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Greenfield, MA to Springfield, MA is easy. At 49m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.7 miles (Boland Way): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Greenfield, MA
Full guide →Greenfield is in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It is home to Greenfield Community College.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 39 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.6 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: at 1.1 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 38.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.7 miles (Boland Way): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — New England National Scenic Trail. 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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