Springfield, NJ Road Trips

Sitting in the Northeast, Springfield, NJ is a local road trip base with 21 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 45 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Springfield, NJ spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.

Downtown Springfield, NJ, NJ

Photo: Ren Aukeman

Trip Routes

21

Longest Drive

69.4 mi

West New York, NJ

Quickest Drive

23m

Trenton, NJ

Plan Around Springfield, NJ

Trips from Springfield, NJ

Driving from Springfield, NJ

Expect an average of 45 miles and about 1h 2m behind the wheel when leaving Springfield, NJ. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 69 miles (1h 32m), while the shortest is just 16 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Springfield, NJ most often head toward West New York, NJ (69.4 mi, 1h 32m), East Orange, NJ (64.2 mi, 1h 25m), Bayonne, NJ (62.1 mi, 1h 23m), Elizabeth, NJ (56.1 mi, 1h 13m), and Elizabethport, NJ (56 mi, 1h 14m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in NJ currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 45-mile trip from Springfield, NJ, budget about $7 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 11 mapped routes leaving Springfield, NJ and 10 routes heading into Springfield, NJ, covering 21 total connections. Distances range from 16 to 69 miles.

The longest mapped route from Springfield, NJ covers 69 miles and takes approximately 1h 32m. Shorter options start at just 16 miles.

The average route from Springfield, NJ runs about 45 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 2m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 45-mile trip from Springfield, NJ costs roughly $7 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Springfield, NJ include West New York, NJ, East Orange, NJ, Bayonne, NJ and Elizabeth, NJ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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