Origin
Holyoke, MA
Morning in Holyoke on Monday
Local time
9:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holyoke, MA to Springfield, MA
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.4 mi
14 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
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6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holyoke, MA
Phil Evenden
Springfield, MA
Italo Melo
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Holyoke and Springfield, this 8.6-mile trip is an incredibly efficient local commute. You can expect to spend about 13 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like Hampshire Street, Maple Street, and Resnic Boulevard, you won't encounter any highway driving during your travel. With a fuel budget of just $1, this is an exceptionally economical trip that requires no overnight planning. Navigating through the heart of the Northeast, you will find this path straightforward and highly practical for anyone needing to move between these two Massachusetts cities quickly.
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
4.2 miles from Holyoke, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you focused on navigating city streets rather than cruising on an open interstate. Since the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a series of maneuvers through urban corridors rather than high-speed stretches. The longest uninterrupted section is 0 miles on Hampshire Street, which confirms that you will be dealing with constant turns and intersections throughout the duration of the trip. The character of this drive is strictly functional and urban, requiring your full attention as you transition from Holyoke into Springfield. It is a dense, hands-on experience that rewards drivers who stay alert at every intersection.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 391 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 391 and I 91. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Hampshire Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Hampshire Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hampshire Street
Turn left onto Hampshire Street
Navigation decision point
7
5.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 91 South: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1A
Toward I 91 South: Springfield, Hartford Connec...
6
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfiel...
5
8 mi into trip
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~12m in
|
Boland Way
Turn left onto Boland Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
8.2 mi into trip
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~12m in
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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Holyoke, MA to Springfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford Connecticut along the way.
Hartford Connecticut
5.2 mi in
|
~8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 391 | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| I 91 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Maple Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Hampshire Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Boland Way | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hall of Fame Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Resnic Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 391
— 4.2 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holyoke, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on this road
290 ft
·
26 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Hampshire Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hampshire Street
3
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Maple Street
4
Turn left onto Resnic Boulevard
246 ft
·
6 sec
·
Resnic Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
6
Continue on I 391
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 391
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 1A
Toward I 91 South: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
8
Merge onto I 91
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 91
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 7
Toward Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfield
10
Turn straight onto Hall of Fame Avenue
308 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hall of Fame Avenue
11
Turn left onto Boland Way
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boland Way
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Court Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
14
Turn right onto City Hall Place
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
15
Arrive at destination
City Hall Place
Trip Plan
Because this is such a short, 13-minute excursion, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops or rest breaks since the total distance is only 8.6 miles. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should double-check your navigation before pulling away from your starting point in Holyoke. Factor in the $1 fuel estimate when calculating your travel expenses, though your actual cost may vary based on your vehicle's efficiency. Since you are staying exclusively on local roads, focus on monitoring traffic signals and local signage to ensure you reach your destination in Springfield without any unnecessary detours.
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 4.2 miles from Holyoke, MA, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.2 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 8.4 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.2 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
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 Holyoke, 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 Holyoke, MA
This is one driving day of about 8.4 miles and 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Holyoke, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 391 for about 4.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.2 mi from Holyoke, MA · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.2 miles from Holyoke, 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
$1.34 one way
$2.67 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.45 | $2.91 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.59 | $3.17 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.87 | $3.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Morning in Springfield on Monday
Local time
9:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
13m 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 Holyoke, MA to Springfield, MA covers 8.4 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 391, I 91, Maple Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.2 miles from Holyoke, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.34 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Hampshire Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Holyoke, MA to Springfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford Connecticut along the way.
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