Jackson, New Jersey to Springfield, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

199.6 miles 321.3 km · straight line
249.5 miles estimated 401.6 km · driving distance
5h 1min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Jackson, New Jersey from Springfield, Massachusetts?

The distance from Jackson, New Jersey to Springfield, Massachusetts is 199.6 miles (321.3 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Massachusetts is located NE of Jackson, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 249.5 miles, taking about 5h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, New Jersey in New Jersey and Springfield, Massachusetts in Massachusetts.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Jackson, New Jersey 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 Jackson, New Jersey to Springfield, Massachusetts

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 1min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 1min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 46min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, New Jersey & Springfield, Massachusetts

Quick Facts

Jackson, New Jersey
39.78°N, 74.86°W
America/New_York
37m 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 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 124.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients