Origin
South Hadley, MA
Morning in South Hadley on Monday
Local time
6:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Hadley, MA to Springfield, MA
Drive Time
22m
Distance
12.7 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Hadley, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Springfield, MA
Italo Melo
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from South Hadley to Springfield, you are looking at a quick 12.8-mile trip that typically takes about 22 minutes. This straightforward journey stays entirely within Massachusetts and is easily accomplished in a single day. You won't need to worry about high costs, as the estimated fuel budget is just $2. Because the route is so short, it functions perfectly as a simple point-to-point commute rather than a multi-day excursion. Whether you are heading into the city for business or a quick visit, this drive is efficient and requires zero overnight stops.
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
6.3 miles from South Hadley, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that steers clear of high-speed interstates entirely. You will navigate primarily via Park Street, Woodbridge Street, and College Street, giving you a consistent feel of local roads throughout the entire 12.8-mile distance. Since there is zero highway share, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace rather than a highway cruise. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Park Street, highlighting the frequent turns and transitions inherent in this local path. This is a hands-on driving experience where your focus remains on navigating the local grid.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Park Street 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 South Hadley, MA to Springfield, MA is easy. At 22m 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 South Hadley, MA to Springfield, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Park Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Woodbridge Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| College Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Newton Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lamb Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bridge Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Canal Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Park Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Hadley, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on Church Street
180 ft
·
15 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn left onto Park Street
397 ft
·
21 sec
·
Park Street
3
Turn sharp left onto Woodbridge Street
335 ft
·
10 sec
·
Woodbridge Street
4
Continue on College Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
College Street
5
Continue on Newton Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Newton Street
6
Continue on Lamb Street
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lamb Street
7
Turn right onto Bridge Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridge Street
8
Turn right onto Canal Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Canal Street
9
Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
10
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
11
Merge slight left
3.9 mi
·
5 min
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 91 South: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 91 South: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
13
Merge slight left
1.8 mi
·
2 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfield
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Hall of Fame Avenue, Downtown Springfield
15
Turn straight onto Hall of Fame Avenue
308 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hall of Fame Avenue
16
Turn left onto Boland Way
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Boland Way
17
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
18
Turn right onto Court Street
233 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
19
Turn right onto City Hall Place
167 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 22-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You don't need to worry about pacing stops or long-distance fatigue, as the trip is over almost as soon as it begins. Be mindful that because the route relies on local streets rather than highways, traffic patterns on Park, Woodbridge, and College Streets can fluctuate depending on the time of day. Keep your $2 fuel budget in mind, and ensure your tank is ready for local stop-and-go conditions. My best tip for this specific route is to keep a GPS handy, as the turn-heavy nature of these local roads can be easy to misjudge if you aren't paying close attention to the street signs.
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 6.3 miles from South Hadley, MA, or about 11m 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 12.7 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.3 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
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 South Hadley, 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 South Hadley, MA
This is one driving day of about 12.7 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Hadley, 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 6.3 mi from South Hadley, MA · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 12.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.3 miles from South Hadley, 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
$2.02 one way
$4.04 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $2.20 | $4.40 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.40 | $4.80 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.82 | $5.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
| Efficient EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.81 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
6:45 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
22 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
22m 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 South Hadley, MA to Springfield, MA covers 12.7 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Park Street, Woodbridge Street, College Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.3 miles from South Hadley, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.02 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 South Hadley, MA to Springfield, MA is easy. At 22m 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 South Hadley, MA to Springfield, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from South Hadley, MA to Springfield, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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