Springfield, Massachusetts to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

321.3 miles 517.1 km · straight line
365.7 miles actual route 588.5 km · driving distance
7h 46min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Springfield, Massachusetts from Washington DC?

The distance from Springfield, Massachusetts to Washington DC is 321.3 miles (517.1 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SW of Springfield, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 365.7 miles, taking about 7h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Springfield, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Springfield, Massachusetts and Washington DC. 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 Springfield, Massachusetts to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 46min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 19min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~7h 23min $44–$128* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Springfield, Massachusetts & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Springfield, Massachusetts
42.10°N, 72.59°W
America/New_York
25m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 107 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM