Origin
Hudson, MA
Late night in Hudson on Wednesday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hudson, MA to Springfield, MA
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
68.7 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
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6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hudson, MA
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Springfield, MA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 68.7-mile drive from Hudson to Springfield, Massachusetts, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 28 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The journey is primarily highway-focused, with 91% of the route on major roads like the Massachusetts Turnpike and I-290. With an estimated fuel cost of just $11, this is an economical option for a quick excursion within the Northeast region. You won't need an overnight stay, and the direct nature of the drive means you can be flexible with your departure time. It's a practical choice for getting between these two Massachusetts cities efficiently.
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
34.4 miles from Hudson, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 91% of the drive utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.7 miles along the Massachusetts Turnpike. While the majority of the journey involves maintaining highway speeds, the transition onto the Springfield Expressway will bring you closer to your urban destination. This drive is characterized by its efficiency rather than winding scenic byways, offering a consistent pace for most of its 68.7 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Massachusetts Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 38.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 290. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MA 62 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 68.7 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: near the start (MA 62 / Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1 miles (MA 85 / Washington Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MA 62 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto MA 62 / Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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MA 85 / Washington Street
Enter roundabout onto MA 85 / Washington Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
22.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward MA 12 South: Webster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 12B
Toward MA 12 South: Webster
6
35.4 mi into trip
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~46m in
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I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Massachusetts Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
62.9 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 51
Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hudson, MA to Springfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford Connecticut along the way.
Hartford Connecticut
62.9 mi in
|
~1h 18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 38.7 mi | 44m |
| I 290 | 20 mi | 24m |
| Springfield Expressway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Route 85 Connector | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Saint James Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Broad Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Hudson Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 38.7 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on this road
228 ft
·
22 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto MA 62
528 ft
·
19 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
4
Continue on Broad Street
101 ft
·
3 sec
·
Broad Street
5
Enter roundabout onto MA 85
213 ft
·
3 sec
·
Washington Street
6
Continue on MA 85
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Washington Street
7
Turn straight
325 ft
·
12 sec
8
Continue on Hudson Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Hudson Street
9
Continue on Route 85 Connector
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 85 Connector
10
Continue on I 290
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 12B
Toward MA 12 South: Webster
12
Turn left onto Oxford Street
466 ft
·
10 sec
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Oxford Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto MA 12
446 ft
·
9 sec
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Southbridge Street
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
16
Merge onto I 90
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
28 mi
·
31 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 51
Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
19
Keep slight right at fork
348 ft
·
9 sec
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
21
Continue on I 291
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Expressway
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 4
Toward Chicopee Falls
23
Turn left onto Page Boulevard
384 ft
·
13 sec
·
Page Boulevard
24
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
25
Enter roundabout onto Saint James Avenue
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
26
Continue on Saint James Avenue
428 ft
·
8 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
27
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
28
Continue on Saint James Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint James Avenue
29
Turn right onto State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
30
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
31
Turn left onto Court Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
32
Turn right onto City Hall Place
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
33
Arrive at destination
City Hall Place
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 28 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility for when to start your 68.7-mile trip from Hudson to Springfield. Leaving early can help you avoid any potential rush hour traffic as you approach the Springfield area. Since the drive is so direct and highway-heavy, you might not need planned stops, but it's always wise to take a break if you feel tired, especially during the 38.7-mile stretch on the Massachusetts Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is only $11, making it easy to top off if needed.
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 34.4 miles from Hudson, MA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.7 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 68.7 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.4 miles or 45m 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 12m
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 Hudson, 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 Hudson, MA
This is one driving day of about 68.7 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hudson, 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 Massachusetts Turnpike for about 38.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.4 mi from Hudson, MA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.4 miles from Hudson, 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
$10.99 one way
$21.99 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| premium | $4.82 | $13.04 | $26.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.32
Massachusetts Turnpike
(38.7 mi)
$2.32
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
$11
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.62 | $4.40 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 Wednesday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
34 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
3 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 28m 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 Hudson, MA to Springfield, MA covers 68.7 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, I 290, Springfield Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.4 miles from Hudson, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.99 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 is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 68.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MA 62 / Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1 miles (MA 85 / Washington Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Hudson, MA to Springfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Hartford Connecticut along the way.
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