Rochester, New Hampshire to Springfield, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

116.8 miles 187.9 km · straight line
146 miles estimated 234.9 km · driving distance
2h 56min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Rochester, New Hampshire from Springfield, Massachusetts?

The distance from Rochester, New Hampshire to Springfield, Massachusetts is 116.8 miles (187.9 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Massachusetts is located SW of Rochester, New Hampshire. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146 miles, taking about 2h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Rochester, New Hampshire in New Hampshire 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. 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 Rochester, New Hampshire 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 Rochester, New Hampshire to Springfield, Massachusetts

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 56min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 31min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 47min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rochester, New Hampshire & Springfield, Massachusetts

Quick Facts

Rochester, New Hampshire
43.30°N, 70.98°W
America/New_York
70m 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 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 213.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients