How far is Amherst, MA from Springfield, MA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Amherst and Springfield is 18.72 miles (30.13 km).
Flight distance from Amherst, MA to Springfield, MA is 18.72 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Amherst, Massachusetts to Springfield, Massachusetts is: 26.23 miles (42.21 km) by car.
Driving from Amherst to Springfield will take approximately 00 hours 33 minutes.
#1 Amherst
Town in Massachusetts
| Population | 40643 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°22'2"N 72°31'7"W |
| Latitude | 42.3672300 |
| Longitude | -72.5185200 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springfield
The fourth most populous city in Massachusetts. It is located on the Connecticut River in western Massachusetts. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Springfield Museums and the Springfield Symphony Orchestra.
| Population | 152646 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°6'5"N 72°35'23"W |
| Latitude | 42.1014800 |
| Longitude | -72.5898100 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Springfield: City Hall Place (-72.589701,42.101579)
Estimated Travel Time Between Amherst and Springfield
The distance between Amherst and Springfield is 42 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 28 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Amherst and Springfield. The current time is 16:44:46.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.5 liters (0.93 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Amherst and Springfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Amherst to Springfield is $3.32 (diesel $4.15).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $3.32 | $3.85 | $4.16 | $4.15 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Massachusetts ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.591 (Diesel $4.488) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Amherst and Springfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
