Origin
Chelmsford, MA
Late night in Chelmsford on Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chelmsford, MA to Springfield, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
93 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chelmsford, MA
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Springfield, MA
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Chelmsford, MA, to Springfield, MA? This 93-mile journey is estimated to take about 1 hour and 29 minutes, making it a very manageable day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with no highway driving involved, so expect a more connected-to-the-ground experience. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $15. Given its relatively short duration and the nature of the roads, this route is perfectly suited for a single day's travel, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. Both locations are within the Northeast region, keeping your travel geographically focused.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Chelmsford, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with a 0% highway share. You'll be spending your time on roads like Westford Street, Dalton Road, and North Road, which means you'll be actively engaged with the driving process. Since there's no longest uninterrupted stretch mentioned, anticipate frequent turns and changes in scenery as you move through various local communities. This isn't a high-speed cruise; it's a drive where you'll experience the local landscape more intimately.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Westford Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Chelmsford, MA to Springfield, MA is easy. At 1h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chelmsford, MA to Springfield, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westford Street | — | — |
| Dalton Road | — | — |
| North Road | — | — |
| I 495 South | — | — |
| I 290 West | — | — |
| MA 12 South | — | — |
| Oxford Street | — | — |
| Southbridge Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Westford Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chelmsford, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on Clover Hill Drive
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Clover Hill Drive
2
Turn right onto Westford Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Westford Street
3
Turn straight onto Dalton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dalton Road
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Road
285 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Road
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 495 South: Marlboro, Taunton
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 495 South: Marlboro, Taunton
6
Merge slight left
22 mi
·
25 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 290 West: Worcester
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 290 West: Worcester
8
Merge slight left
20 mi
·
24 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward MA 12 South: Webster
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
MA 12 South: Webster
10
Turn left onto Oxford Street
466 ft
·
10 sec
·
Oxford Street
11
At the end of the road, turn right onto Southbridge Street
446 ft
·
10 sec
·
Southbridge Street
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 90
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90 West
14
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
15
Keep slight left to continue on Massachusetts Turnpike
28 mi
·
31 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
17
Keep slight right
348 ft
·
10 sec
18
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
19
Continue on Springfield Expressway
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Expressway
20
Take the exit slight right toward Chicopee Falls
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Chicopee Falls
21
Turn left onto Page Boulevard
384 ft
·
14 sec
·
Page Boulevard
22
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
23
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Saint James Avenue
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
24
Exit the roundabout onto Saint James Avenue
427 ft
·
9 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
25
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
26
Continue on Saint James Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint James Avenue
27
Turn right onto State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
28
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
29
Turn left onto Court Street
233 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
30
Turn right onto City Hall Place
167 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 93-mile trip from Chelmsford to Springfield, you have the advantage of flexibility. Leaving any time of day is feasible, but consider local traffic patterns if you're traveling during peak commuting hours. With no long highway stretches, you can easily pull over for short breaks as needed; there are no specific rest stops highlighted, so plan accordingly. The fuel cost is estimated at $15, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before you depart. A practical tip for this turn-heavy drive is to keep your navigation system updated and readily accessible, as you'll be making frequent directional changes.
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 46.5 miles from Chelmsford, MA, or about 44m into the drive.
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 20 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 44m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Chelmsford, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chelmsford, MA
This is one driving day of about 93 miles and 1h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Chelmsford, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.5 mi from Chelmsford, MA · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.5 miles from Chelmsford, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, MA
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.88 one way
$29.77 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
| premium | $4.82 | $17.66 | $35.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.53 | $41.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.14 | $3.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.02 | $5.95 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Springfield, MA
Late night in Springfield on Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Worcester, MA
47 mi in
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
15 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
1h 29m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chelmsford, MA to Springfield, MA covers 93 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Westford Street, Dalton Road, North Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.5 miles from Chelmsford, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Chelmsford, MA to Springfield, MA is easy. At 1h 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chelmsford, MA to Springfield, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chelmsford, MA to Springfield, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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