If you are looking to travel from Springfield to Taunton, you are in for a straightforward, 100-mile journey across Massachusetts. Covering the distance takes approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You can expect to spend about $16 on fuel for the trek, which stays entirely within the Northeast region. Because the route is so efficient, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or complex logistics. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that allows you to get from the Pioneer Valley to the Taunton area with ease.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50 miles from Springfield, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Massachusetts Turnpike
54.5 mi
1h 2m
I 495
32.4 mi
37m
Springfield Expressway
4.4 mi
5m
Bay Street
4.1 mi
8m
Broadway
0.7 mi
1m
Chestnut Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Harrison Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 54.5 mi, about 1h 2m
Traffic on I-495
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 78 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,840 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,618
Quietest
2 AM
~167 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
23×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, MA and Taunton, MA.
1
Start on City Hall Place
164 ft·7 sec·City Hall Place
2
Continue on Pynchon Street
403 ft·19 sec·Pynchon Street
3
Turn right onto East Columbus Avenue
282 ft·9 sec·East Columbus Avenue
4
Turn right onto Boland Way
0.1 mi·9 sec·Boland Way
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on Harrison Avenue
0.2 mi·27 sec·Harrison Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
At end of road, turn left onto Chestnut Street
0.5 mi·47 sec·Chestnut Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
8
Merge onto I 291; US 20
4.4 mi·5 min·Springfield Expressway
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Exit 7Toward I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 90 East Toll: Worcester, Boston
11
Merge onto I 90
55 mi·1 hr 2 min·Massachusetts Turnpike
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·38 sec
Exit 106Toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, TauntonUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
14
Merge onto I 495
32 mi·37 min·I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 25Toward Taunton, Easton
16
Turn right onto Bay Street
4.1 mi·8 min·Bay Street
17
Turn straight onto MA 138
0.7 mi·1 min·Broadway
18
Enter roundabout onto US 44; MA 140
0.1 mi·18 sec·Taunton Green
19
Continue on US 44; MA 140
118 ft·3 sec·Taunton Green
20
Continue on US 44; MA 140
0.1 mi·9 sec·Main Street
21
Turn slight right onto MA 140
509 ft·11 sec·Summer Street
22
Turn right onto Spring Street
384 ft·9 sec·Spring Street
23
Turn right onto Allans Avenue
117 ft·5 sec·Allans Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Allans Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 2-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility when it comes to your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops along the way, as the transit time is short enough to complete in one comfortable push. Keep in mind that because the vast majority of your journey is on major interstates, you should monitor real-time traffic reports for the Massachusetts Turnpike and I-495 before heading out. Budgeting approximately $16 for fuel will keep you covered for the trip. Use your time wisely by checking your route conditions once you clear the Springfield Expressway to ensure a smooth transition onto the Turnpike.
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 50 miles from Springfield, MA, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.5 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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50 miles or 1h 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taunton, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, 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 Springfield, MA
This is one driving day of about 100 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Springfield, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 54.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 61.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Boland Way
Turn right onto Boland Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
5.7 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the exit toward I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany
6
5.9 mi into trip|~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East Toll: Worcester, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East Toll: Worcester, Boston
8
61 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 106
Toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
6
61.2 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 South: Taunton, Cape Cod
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.74 one way
$35.47 round trip
$4.51/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.90
$19.28
$38.57
premium
$5.29
$20.83
$41.66
diesel
$5.35
$21.06
$42.13
Estimated Tolls: $3.27
Massachusetts Turnpike
(54.5 mi)$3.27
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
$18
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30
0
$10.50
$4.80
Efficient EV
25
0
$8.75
$4.00
EV Truck/SUV
40
0
$14.00
$6.40
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Jun 3, 2026
Origin
Springfield, MA
Evening
in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
NW 1 to 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Taunton, MA
Evening
in Taunton on Wednesday
Local time
5:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Sunny
NE 1 to 8 mph1% chanceLive forecast
72°F
Sunderland, MA
50 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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 82.8
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...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
near mile 62.1
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
$15
near mile 86.2
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all t...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 100
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 89.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its focus on efficiency, with 91% of the travel taking place on major highways. You will navigate via the Springfield Expressway, the Massachusetts Turnpike, and I-495 to reach your destination. Be prepared for a sustained highway experience, particularly during the longest stretch of 54.5 miles spent on the Massachusetts Turnpike. The route is clearly designed for speed and directness rather than winding, scenic backroads. Expect a consistent, fast-paced environment behind the wheel as you transition between these primary transit arteries.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.5 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 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Boland Way.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 100 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 0.2 miles (Boland Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
790 ft15 ft
Total Climb
937 ft
Total Descent
988 ft
Highest Point
790 ft
~28.6 mi in
Elevation Range
775 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Springfield, MA and Taunton, MA, road signs point toward Albany, Boston, Cape Cod and Easton.
Springfield is the largest city on the Connecticut River, in the Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts, USA. It sits 24 miles (40 km) north of Hartford, Connecticut, and 5 miles (8 km) north of the Connecticut state line. Springfield and Hartford are the principal cities in the Knowledge Corridor - the second largest urban region in New England with 1.9 million people, 29 universities and colleges, and 120,000 university students.
Top landmarks
•Quadrangle-Mattoon Street Historic District — historic district in Springfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
•Michele & Donald D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts — art museum in Springfield, Massachusetts
•Springfield Science Museum — museum in Springfield, Massachusetts
Taunton is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 59,000 (2020). It is nicknamed the "Silver City" for its tradition as a center of silversmithing, and the "Christmas City" for its festive Christmas displays on Taunton Green. Taunton is the economic and cultural hub and county seat of Bristol County.
Berkley is a town with a population of 7,000 (2020). Its church was founded in 1737.
Dighton was established in 1668 and has a rich history that reaches back to before America gained its independence. With a population around 8,000 (2020), it's a rural secret off the beaten path. Since it has no major highway access, its growth has been slow compared to the rest of the region.
Raynham is a town with a population of 15,000 (2020). Site of the first iron works in America, a big milk bottle, and produced the anchor for the Civil War-era ironclad USS Monitor.
Top landmarks
•Albert Field Tack Company — factory in Taunton, Massachusetts
•Alfred Paull House — house in Taunton, Massachusetts
•Barnum School — historic school building in Taunton, Massachusetts, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 100 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.5 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.27 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 Taunton, 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 0.2 miles (Boland Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — New England National Scenic Trail, Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and Minute Man National Historical Park (6 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 Taunton, MA before heading back.
