Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
15.7 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monson, MA
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Springfield, MA
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If you are planning a quick transit through Massachusetts, the 15.7-mile journey from Monson to Springfield is a straightforward local connection. You can expect to spend about 30 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel needs for this short stretch. Navigating via Wilbraham Road, Monson Road, and Springfield Street, you will stay entirely off the highway system. This route is best suited for those who prefer a direct, local approach rather than high-speed interstate travel. It offers a practical way to move between these two Northeast points without the complexity of a longer expedition.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wilbraham Road | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Monson Road | 3 mi | 6m |
| Springfield Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| State Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| High Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Benton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Fountain Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Monson, MA and Springfield, MA.
Start on Harrison Avenue
Turn right onto MA 32
Turn right onto Fountain Street
Turn right onto High Street
Continue on Wilbraham Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Wilbraham Road
Continue on Monson Road
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Springfield Street
Continue on Wilbraham Road
Turn right onto Benton Street
Turn left onto State Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Court Street
Turn right onto City Hall Place
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 6.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto MA 32 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Fountain Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto Wilbraham Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Springfield Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.51 one way
$5.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.74 | $5.48 |
| premium | $4.82 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.47 | $6.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.00 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Monson on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain
Destination
Late night in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Chance Light Rain
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate grind. With 0% of the route on highways, you will be navigating surface roads for the duration of your 30-minute trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 6.5-mile segment along Wilbraham Road. Because the route relies exclusively on local streets, the experience feels grounded and interactive as you transition through the regional landscape. Prepare for frequent adjustments in your steering and speed as you move through these local corridors.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MA 32 / Main Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 32 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Fountain Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (Wilbraham Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Monson is a small town in Maine, with a population of 609 according to the 2020 census. It was incorporated in 1822, and named after Monson, Massachusetts. Monson is primarily known for its slate quarries and it being the last town before the 100 mile wilderness on the Appalachian Trail. Today it has become something of an artist's town featuring galleries and several restaurants while still catering to thru hikers of the AT.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 15.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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