Origin
Lee, MA
Late night in Lee on Friday
Local time
5:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lee, MA to Springfield, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
42.6 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lee, MA
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Springfield, MA
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Trip Overview
This 42.6-mile drive from Lee to Springfield, Massachusetts, is a quick 55-minute trip, making it an ideal day trip. You'll spend about 88% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing the Massachusetts Turnpike and I-91. With an estimated fuel cost of $7, this route is budget-friendly for a single day's travel. The journey is focused on efficient travel between these two points in the Northeast region. You won't need to worry about finding overnight accommodations as this can easily be accomplished within a single day.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 42.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 88% of the route being on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 34.5 miles, primarily on the Massachusetts Turnpike, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. As you transition to I-91 and then Riverdale Street, the character might shift slightly, but the overall feel remains efficient and direct. This route prioritizes getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss, rather than offering winding scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 34.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 91. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 36 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 42.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 36 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
36 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward I 91, US 5: Springfield, Holyoke
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 45
Toward I 91, US 5: Springfield, Holyoke
7
36.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 5 South: Riverdale Street, West Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 5 South: Riverdale Street, West Sprin...
6
38.3 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 91 South: Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Springfield
6
38.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 91 South: Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 91 South: Springfield
6
41.9 mi into trip
|
~53m 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...
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 Lee, MA to Springfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Holyoke along the way.
Holyoke
36 mi in
|
~43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 34.5 mi | 39m |
| I 91 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Riverdale Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Housatonic Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Boland Way | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Park Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hall of Fame Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 34.5 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on US 20
71 ft
·
2 sec
·
Park Street
2
Continue on Park Street
80 ft
·
7 sec
·
Park Street
3
Continue on US 20
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Park Street
4
Continue on US 20
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Housatonic Street
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
7
Merge onto I 90
35 mi
·
39 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 45
Toward I 91, US 5: Springfield, Holyoke
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 5: West Springfield
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 5 South: Riverdale Street, West Springfield
11
Turn straight onto US 5
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Riverdale Street
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 91, I 391: Holyoke, Springfield
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 91 South: Springfield
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 91 South: Springfield
15
Merge onto I 91
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
I 91
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 7
Toward Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfield
17
Turn straight onto Hall of Fame Avenue
308 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hall of Fame Avenue
18
Turn left onto Boland Way
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boland Way
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn right onto Court Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
21
Turn right onto City Hall Place
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
22
Arrive at destination
City Hall Place
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.3 mi from Lee, MA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Lee, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Springfield, MA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.82 one way
$13.64 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.43 | $14.87 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.09 | $16.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.07
Massachusetts Turnpike
(34.5 mi)
$2.07
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$2
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.73 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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 Friday
Local time
5:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
55m 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 Lee, MA to Springfield, MA covers 42.6 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, I 91, Riverdale 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 21.3 miles from Lee, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.82 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 short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 42.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
The main spots that need attention: at 36 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Lee, MA to Springfield, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Holyoke along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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