Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Springfield travel guide

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You're Going to Love Springfield

With a population of 153,060, Springfield is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Springfield deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Springfield

If you’re looking for affordable options, Max Tavern - Springfield (1000 Hall of Fame Ave) and Leone's Restaurant (320 Cooley St) are great picks.

When to visit Springfield

Springfield in April
Estimated hotel price
$148
1 night at 3-star hotel
Springfield in April
Estimated hotel price
$148
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Springfield in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Springfield, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Springfield

Plane

When flying to Springfield, you’ll arrive at Bradley Intl Airport (BDL), which is located 12 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Springfield. The train station in Springfield is called Springfield, and is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Springfield is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 118 miles from Springfield. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Springfield The Big E, located 1.2 miles from downtown Springfield. Springfield Hilton Garden Inn is also a commonly used station, and is 0.7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Springfield, you’ll arrive at Bradley Intl Airport (BDL), which is located 12 miles from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Springfield. The train station in Springfield is called Springfield, and is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Springfield is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 118 miles from Springfield. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Springfield The Big E, located 1.2 miles from downtown Springfield. Springfield Hilton Garden Inn is also a commonly used station, and is 0.7 miles from the city center.

Where to stay in popular areas of Springfield

Most booked hotels in Springfield

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Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 849 reviews)
$137+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bradley Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 835 reviews)
$141+
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Sheraton Hartford Hotel at Bradley Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 581 reviews)
$240+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield Downtown
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 645 reviews)
$146+
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MGM Springfield
4 stars
Good (7.9, 422 reviews)
$195+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Hartford - Bradley Airport
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1162 reviews)
$94+
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Renting a car in Springfield

Renting a car in Springfield costs $41 per day, on average, or $83 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Springfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Springfield is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Fusion or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Springfield costs $41 per day, on average, or $83 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Springfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Springfield is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Fusion or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Springfield

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$37/day

Intermediate
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