Plainfield, Connecticut to Springfield, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Plainfield, Connecticut from Springfield, Massachusetts?

The distance from Plainfield, Connecticut to Springfield, Massachusetts is 45.5 miles (73.2 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Massachusetts is located NW of Plainfield, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 59.2 miles, taking about 1h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States — Plainfield, Connecticut in Connecticut and Springfield, Massachusetts in Massachusetts.

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 Plainfield, Connecticut 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.