Origin
North Andover, MA
Late night in North Andover on Monday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Andover, MA to Springfield, MA
Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
102.3 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Andover, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Springfield, MA
Italo Melo
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from North Andover to Springfield, expect a journey covering 102.3 miles of Massachusetts landscape. This drive typically takes about 2 hours and 7 minutes, making it a perfectly manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily through local roads like Middlesex Street, Waverley Road, and William Street rather than relying on major interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, it remains a budget-friendly way to cross the state. Because this route avoids highways entirely, it offers a different perspective of the Northeast than the typical high-speed transit corridors. Plan your day accordingly, as the turn-heavy nature of this path means your focus will be on the road rather than cruising at highway speeds.
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
51.2 miles from North Andover, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this 102.3-mile route maintains a 0% highway share, favoring smaller roads that wind through the local topography. Because you are sticking to local thoroughfares, the pace is dictated by the character of the streets rather than the flow of heavy highway traffic. You will find that the road requires constant engagement, as there are no long, uninterrupted stretches to zone out on. This is a practical, ground-level way to experience the region, providing a drive that feels more hands-on and varied than a standard freeway commute.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 37 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 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 102.3 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: at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 30 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
11.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 89C-B-A
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
9
11.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
6
12.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
69 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
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.
7
96.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between North Andover, MA and Springfield, MA, road signs point toward Nashua New Hampshire and Hartford Connecticut.
Nashua New Hampshire
11.7 mi in
|
~15m
Hartford Connecticut
96.5 mi in
|
~1h 57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 38.7 mi | 44m |
| I 495 | 34.2 mi | 39m |
| I 290 | 19.6 mi | 24m |
| Springfield Expressway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Saint James Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Massachusetts Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Waverley Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 38.7 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Andover, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on this road
61 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Middlesex Street
142 ft
·
13 sec
·
Middlesex Street
3
Turn left onto Waverley Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Waverley Road
4
Turn right onto William Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
William Street
5
Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Massachusetts Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 495 South: Lowell, Marlboro
7
Merge onto I 495
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 495
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 89C-B-A
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward US 3: Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 495 South: Marlboro
12
Merge onto I 495
23 mi
·
27 min
·
I 495
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 65B
Toward I 290 West: Worcester
14
Merge onto I 290
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 290
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 12B
Toward MA 12 South: Webster
16
Turn left onto Oxford Street
466 ft
·
10 sec
·
Oxford Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto MA 12
446 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southbridge Street
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
20
Merge onto I 90
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
28 mi
·
31 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 51
Toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
23
Keep slight right at fork
348 ft
·
9 sec
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Use the none lane.
25
Continue on I 291
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Expressway
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 4
Toward Chicopee Falls
27
Turn left onto Page Boulevard
384 ft
·
13 sec
·
Page Boulevard
28
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
29
Enter roundabout onto Saint James Avenue
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
30
Continue on Saint James Avenue
428 ft
·
8 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
31
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
32
Continue on Saint James Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint James Avenue
33
Turn right onto State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
34
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
35
Turn left onto Court Street
234 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
36
Turn right onto City Hall Place
166 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
37
Arrive at destination
City Hall Place
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 2-hour and 7-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning for designated rest stops, though it is wise to keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, given the $14 estimated cost. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major highways, be prepared for more frequent turns and intersections than you might encounter on a typical interstate journey. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to map your turns carefully in advance, as the reliance on local streets like Middlesex Street and William Street makes navigation more involved than a simple highway exit-to-exit route. Keep your focus sharp, and you will find this local-road path an efficient way to reach Springfield.
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 51.2 miles from North Andover, MA, or about 1h 2m 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.2 miles or 1h 2m 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 42m
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 North Andover, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 North Andover, MA
This is one driving day of about 102.3 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Andover, 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 51.2 mi from North Andover, MA · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 51.2 miles from North Andover, 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
$16.28 one way
$32.57 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $17.71 | $35.42 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.33 | $38.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.73 | $45.46 |
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
$16
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.95 | $4.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.32 | $6.55 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 Monday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
51 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
4 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
2h 7m 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 North Andover, MA to Springfield, MA covers 102.3 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, I 495, I 290. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.2 miles from North Andover, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.28 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 30 significant decision points across 102.3 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: at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between North Andover, MA and Springfield, MA, road signs point toward Nashua New Hampshire and Hartford Connecticut.
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