Boston, Massachusetts to West Springfield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

81.8 miles 131.6 km · straight line
91.5 miles actual route 147.3 km · driving distance
1h 54min estimated drive time
$9 - $11 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from West Springfield?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to West Springfield is 81.8 miles (131.6 km) as the crow flies. West Springfield is located WSW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.5 miles, taking about 1h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and West Springfield. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to West Springfield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 54min $9 - $11 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 17min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 48min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & West Springfield

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
West Springfield
42.11°N, 72.62°W
America/New_York
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 304.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM