Origin
Sturbridge, MA
Evening in Sturbridge on Wednesday
Local time
5:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sturbridge, MA to Springfield, MA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
38m
Distance
36.6 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sturbridge, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Springfield, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sturbridge, MA to Springfield, MA covers 36.6 miles and takes about 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Charlton Street, Main Street, Charlton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
18.3 miles from Sturbridge, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 38m drive with frequent turns across 36.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Charlton 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 Sturbridge, MA to Springfield, MA is easy. At 38m 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 Sturbridge, MA to Springfield, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charlton Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Charlton Road | — | — |
| Wilbur Cross Highway | — | — |
| I 90 West | — | — |
| Massachusetts Turnpike | — | — |
| I 291 | — | — |
| Springfield Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Charlton Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sturbridge, MA and Springfield, MA.
1
Start on Charlton Street
59 ft
·
3 sec
·
Charlton Street
2
Keep slight left to continue on Charlton Street
328 ft
·
16 sec
·
Charlton Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn sharp right onto Charlton Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Charlton Road
5
Take the exit slight left
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Wilbur Cross Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilbur Cross Highway
7
Take the exit slight left toward I 90 West: Springfield, Albany
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90 West: Springfield, Albany
8
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 291: Springfield, Hartford Connecticut
10
Keep slight right
348 ft
·
10 sec
11
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
12
Continue on Springfield Expressway
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Expressway
13
Take the exit slight right toward Chicopee Falls
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Chicopee Falls
14
Turn left onto Page Boulevard
384 ft
·
14 sec
·
Page Boulevard
15
Turn slight left onto Saint James Avenue
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Saint James Avenue
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
17
Exit the roundabout onto Saint James Avenue
427 ft
·
9 sec
·
Saint James Avenue
18
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
19
Continue on Saint James Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint James Avenue
20
Turn right onto State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
21
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
22
Turn left onto Court Street
233 ft
·
22 sec
·
Court Street
23
Turn right onto City Hall Place
167 ft
·
7 sec
·
City Hall Place
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 18.3 miles from Sturbridge, MA, or about 19m 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 36.6 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.3 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Sturbridge, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sturbridge, MA
This is one driving day of about 36.6 miles and 38m.
At 36.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.3 mi from Sturbridge, MA · 19m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from Sturbridge, 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
$5.86 one way
$11.71 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.39 | $12.78 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.95 | $13.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Evening in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
5:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
2 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
38m 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 Sturbridge, MA to Springfield, MA covers 36.6 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Charlton Street, Main Street, Charlton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.3 miles from Sturbridge, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.86 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 Sturbridge, MA to Springfield, MA is easy. At 38m 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 Sturbridge, MA to Springfield, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sturbridge, MA to Springfield, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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