Fall River to Springfield, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78.8 miles 126.8 km · straight line
98.5 miles estimated 158.5 km · driving distance
1h 59min estimated drive time
$9 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
291° WNW bearing direction

How far is Fall River from Springfield, Massachusetts?

The distance from Fall River to Springfield, Massachusetts is 78.8 miles (126.8 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Massachusetts is located WNW of Fall River. By car, the driving distance is approximately 98.5 miles, taking about 1h 59min. 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 Fall River and Springfield, Massachusetts. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Fall River to Springfield, Massachusetts

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 59min $9 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 23min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 53min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fall River & Springfield, Massachusetts

Quick Facts

Fall River
41.70°N, 71.16°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
Springfield, Massachusetts
42.10°N, 72.59°W
America/New_York
25m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 316 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients