Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
154.5 mi
249 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
Photo: Italo Melo
The drive from Barnstable, MA to Springfield, MA covers 154.5 miles and takes about 3h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Massachusetts Turnpike, I 495, Mid Cape Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.3 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.59 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.3 miles from Barnstable, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
This is a 3h 16m highway drive covering 154.5 miles, with most of the trip on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 495. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.3 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike.
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 17 miles in near MA 6A.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 154.5 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 17 miles (MA 6A): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.5 miles (Sandwich Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit onto MA 6A toward MA 6A: Sagamore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Providence Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 295 South: Woonsocket Rhode Island, Warwick Rhode Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward RI 146 North: Woonsocket
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Barnstable, MA to Springfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Warwick Rhode Island along the way.
Warwick Rhode Island
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 42.3 mi | 48m |
| I 495 | 33 mi | 38m |
| Mid Cape Highway | 13.3 mi | 18m |
| MA 25 | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| I 295 | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| Providence Pike | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Worcester Providence Road | 7 mi | 9m |
| North Smithfield Expressway | 5.7 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Barnstable, MA and Springfield, MA.
Start on Bow Lane
Turn left onto Hyannis Road
Continue on Phinneys Lane
Turn right onto MA 132
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 6
Continue on US 6
Take the exit onto MA 6A
At end of road, turn left onto Sandwich Road
Continue on Sandwich Road
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
Continue on MA 28
Continue on MA 25
Continue on I 495
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Continue on I 295
Take the exit
Take the exit
Merge onto RI 146
Continue on RI 146
Continue on MA 146
Continue on MA 146
Continue on MA 146
Continue on MA 146
Continue on MA 146
Continue on MA 146
Take the exit
Turn left
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on I 291
Take the exit
Turn left onto Page Boulevard
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Saint James Avenue
Continue on Saint James Avenue
Continue on this road
Continue on Saint James Avenue
Turn right onto State Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Court Street
Turn right onto City Hall Place
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.3 miles or 1h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, MA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Barnstable, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Barnstable, MA
This is one driving day of about 154.5 miles and 3h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.3 mi from Barnstable, MA · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 77.3 miles from Barnstable, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Springfield, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Springfield, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$24.59 one way
$49.18 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $26.75 | $53.49 |
| premium | $4.80 | $29.19 | $58.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.32 | $68.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.66
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
$25
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.22 | $7.42 |
| Efficient EV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.52 | $6.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.8 | 0 | $21.63 | $9.89 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Barnstable on Saturday
Local time
6:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
6:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
77 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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