Origin
Chelsea, MA
Evening in Chelsea on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chelsea, MA to Springfield, MA
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
94.8 mi
153 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
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6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chelsea, MA
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Springfield, MA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Chelsea to Springfield, you are looking at a 94.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to complete the drive. Navigating through the Northeast, you will rely on local roads rather than major interstates to reach your destination. It is a straightforward transit within Massachusetts, making it a reliable choice for travelers who prefer a direct route over a complex multi-day itinerary. Since there are no mandatory stops required, you have the flexibility to complete the trip at your own pace.
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
47.4 miles from Chelsea, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on surface streets like Chester Avenue, Hawthorn Street, and Broadway to move you across the state. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be cruising at high speeds on open freeways; instead, you will be navigating local traffic patterns. The longest stretch you will encounter is on Chester Avenue, as the road architecture is defined by frequent turns rather than long, straightaways. This character makes the drive feel more hands-on and connected to the local landscape as you transition from Chelsea toward Springfield.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chester Avenue 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 Chelsea, MA to Springfield, MA is easy. At 1h 35m 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 Chelsea, MA to Springfield, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hawthorn Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Broadway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| City Hall Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chestnut Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fifth Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 1 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Chester Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chelsea, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on Shawmut Street
213 ft
·
14 sec
·
Shawmut Street
2
Turn right onto Chester Avenue
525 ft
·
25 sec
·
Chester Avenue
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Hawthorn Street
404 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hawthorn Street
4
Continue on Broadway
449 ft
·
8 sec
·
Broadway
5
Turn left onto City Hall Avenue
433 ft
·
17 sec
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City Hall Avenue
6
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Chestnut Street
7
Turn right onto Fifth Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Fifth Street
8
Take the ramp straight toward US 1 South: Boston
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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US 1 South: Boston
9
Merge slight left onto Northeast Expressway
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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Northeast Expressway
10
Continue on Tobin Bridge
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Tobin Bridge
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Mass Pike, South Station
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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I 90 West: Mass Pike, South Station
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 Toll West: Albany Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90 Toll West: Albany Street
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 West: Albany Street, Mass Pike
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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I 90 West: Albany Street, Mass Pike
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 West: Mass Pike, Worcester
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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I 90 West: Mass Pike, Worcester
15
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
55 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
16
Keep slight left to continue on Massachusetts Turnpike
28 mi
·
31 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
18
Keep slight right
348 ft
·
10 sec
19
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
20
Continue on Springfield Expressway
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Expressway
21
Take the exit slight right toward Chicopee Falls
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Chicopee Falls
22
Turn left onto Page Boulevard
384 ft
·
14 sec
·
Page Boulevard
23
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
24
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Saint James Avenue
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
25
Exit the roundabout onto Saint James Avenue
427 ft
·
9 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
26
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
27
Continue on Saint James Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint James Avenue
28
Turn right onto State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
29
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
30
Turn left onto Court Street
233 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
31
Turn right onto City Hall Place
167 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
32
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, allow yourself a bit of extra time to account for traffic lights and local navigation. Since the trip is under two hours, you have the advantage of being able to leave whenever it best suits your schedule without needing to plan for overnight rest. Keep your $13 fuel budget in mind before you head out to ensure you are ready for the full 94.8 miles. Because you aren't spending time on highways, pay close attention to your navigation system to stay on track through the winding local segments. Use the lack of mandatory stops to your advantage by planning your own breaks whenever you feel the need to stretch your legs.
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 47.4 miles from Chelsea, MA, or about 47m 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 80 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.4 miles or 47m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chelsea, 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 Chelsea, MA
This is one driving day of about 94.8 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chelsea, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.4 mi from Chelsea, MA · 47m 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.4 miles from Chelsea, 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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.09 one way
$30.18 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $16.41 | $32.82 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.91 | $35.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.06 | $42.12 |
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: 33.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.95 | $4.55 |
| Efficient EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.27 | $6.07 |
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
Evening in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
47 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
26 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 35m 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 Chelsea, MA to Springfield, MA covers 94.8 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chester Avenue, Hawthorn Street, Broadway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.4 miles from Chelsea, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.09 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 Chelsea, MA to Springfield, MA is easy. At 1h 35m 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 Chelsea, MA to Springfield, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chelsea, MA to Springfield, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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