Origin
Hudson, MA
Late night in Hudson on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hudson, 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
1h 28m
Distance
68.7 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hudson, MA
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Springfield, MA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 68.7-mile drive from Hudson to Springfield, Massachusetts, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 28 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The journey is primarily highway-focused, with 91% of the route on major roads like the Massachusetts Turnpike and I-290. With an estimated fuel cost of just $11, this is an economical option for a quick excursion within the Northeast region. You won't need an overnight stay, and the direct nature of the drive means you can be flexible with your departure time. It's a practical choice for getting between these two Massachusetts cities efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 38.7 mi | 44m |
| I 290 | 20 mi | 24m |
| Springfield Expressway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Route 85 Connector | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Saint James Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Broad Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Hudson Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 38.7 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on this road
228 ft
·
22 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto MA 62
528 ft
·
19 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
4
Continue on Broad Street
101 ft
·
3 sec
·
Broad Street
5
Enter roundabout onto MA 85
213 ft
·
3 sec
·
Washington Street
6
Continue on MA 85
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Washington Street
7
Turn straight
325 ft
·
12 sec
8
Continue on Hudson Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Hudson Street
9
Continue on Route 85 Connector
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 85 Connector
10
Continue on I 290
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 12B
Toward MA 12 South: Webster
12
Turn left onto Oxford Street
466 ft
·
10 sec
·
Oxford Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto MA 12
446 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southbridge Street
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
16
Merge onto I 90
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
28 mi
·
31 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 51
Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
19
Keep slight right at fork
348 ft
·
9 sec
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
21
Continue on I 291
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Expressway
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 4
Toward Chicopee Falls
23
Turn left onto Page Boulevard
384 ft
·
13 sec
·
Page Boulevard
24
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
25
Enter roundabout onto Saint James Avenue
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
26
Continue on Saint James Avenue
428 ft
·
8 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
27
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
28
Continue on Saint James Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint James Avenue
29
Turn right onto State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
30
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
31
Turn left onto Court Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
32
Turn right onto City Hall Place
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
33
Arrive at destination
City Hall Place
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.4 miles from Hudson, 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 62.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MA 62 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 62 / Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
MA 85 / Washington Street
Enter roundabout onto MA 85 / Washington Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
22.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward MA 12 South: Webster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 12B
Toward MA 12 South: Webster
6
35.4 mi into trip
|
~46m 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
62.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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
$10.99 one way
$21.99 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| premium | $4.82 | $13.04 | $26.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$2
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.62 | $4.40 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
3:41 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
2 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 28m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 91% of the drive utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.7 miles along the Massachusetts Turnpike. While the majority of the journey involves maintaining highway speeds, the transition onto the Springfield Expressway will bring you closer to your urban destination. This drive is characterized by its efficiency rather than winding scenic byways, offering a consistent pace for most of its 68.7 miles.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 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?
8/10
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 early in the drive near MA 62 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.7 miles you will encounter 20 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: near the start (MA 62 / Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1 miles (MA 85 / Washington Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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.
On the drive from Hudson, MA to Springfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford Connecticut along the way.
Hartford Connecticut
62.9 mi in
|
~1h 18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 68.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). 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.
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 (MA 62 / Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1 miles (MA 85 / Washington Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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