Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
35 mi
56 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, MA
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Deerfield, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
If you are planning a quick excursion through the Massachusetts landscape, this 35-mile trek from Springfield to Deerfield is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 45 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly manageable journey that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $6, this route is as economical as it is efficient. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-91, which keeps the travel time predictable. Because both cities are located within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent atmosphere throughout the drive. It is a straightforward, practical connection between two distinct points in the state.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 27.4 mi | 32m |
| Greenfield Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Deerfield Bypass | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Columbus Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| State Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Memorial Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Plainfield Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, MA and Deerfield, MA.
Start on City Hall Place
Continue on Pynchon Street
Turn right onto East Columbus Avenue
Turn right onto Gridiron Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Turn slight left onto MA 20A
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 91
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 5; MA 10
Continue on US 5; MA 10; MA 116
Continue on US 5; MA 10; MA 116
Continue on US 5; MA 10
Turn left onto Memorial Street
Keep slight right at fork onto Memorial Street
Turn right onto Old Main Street
Turn left onto Albany Road
Turn left
Arrive at destination
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.
A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from Springfield, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 34.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto East Columbus Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Gridiron Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 5, MA 10: Deerfield, Conway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto Memorial Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$5.60 one way
$11.20 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.65 | $13.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 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 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Night in Deerfield on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
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.
This trip is defined by a highway-focused profile, with 78% of your travel occurring on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 27.4 miles on I-91. While the interstate provides a fast pace for the bulk of the journey, the final leg transitions onto Greenfield Road and Main Street as you arrive in Deerfield. Expect a transition from the typical interstate grind to more localized driving conditions once you exit the highway. The drive maintains a functional, consistent pace that allows you to reach your destination with minimal navigation stress.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Greenfield Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Columbus Avenue.
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 35 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: at 0.1 miles (East Columbus Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Gridiron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
402 ft
Total Descent
307 ft
Highest Point
363 ft
~10 mi in
Elevation Range
297 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Springfield, MA to Deerfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Conway along the way.
Conway
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 35 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 (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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