New Haven, CT to Springfield, MA

68-mile freight corridor via I-91 N through the Connecticut River Valley, past Hartford into Springfield. Same day (1-1.5 hours) transit. Easy difficulty.

Distance

68 mi

Transit Time

Same day (1-1.5 hours)

Difficulty

Easy

Toll Cost

Average Rates Per Mile

Equipment	Rate/Mile	Est. Total
Dry Van	$3.10	$210.8
Reefer	$3.50	$238
Flatbed	$3.65	$248.2

Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.

Route Details

Recommended Route

I-91 N through the Connecticut River Valley, past Hartford into Springfield

Fuel Stops

0 recommended

Tolls

Common Freight Types

Retail GoodsOffice SuppliesDefense ProductsFood Distribution

Backhaul Information

Good Backhaul Availability

Average backhaul rate: $2.75/mi

Common return cargo: Paper products, manufactured goods, defense industry freight from Springfield area

Key Stops Along the Route

New Haven, CT

Origin

Meriden, CT

Hartford, CT

Windsor, CT

Enfield, CT

Springfield, MA

Destination

Seasonal Trends

Short-haul lane with consistent year-round demand. Hartford insurance district drives office supply freight. Holiday retail peak October-December. Fall foliage season October brings tourist-related congestion on parallel routes.

Trucker Tips for This Lane

This is a short, dense corridor with high per-mile rates due to Northeast population density and congestion.

Hartford has a terrible interchange where I-91 meets I-84. Expect delays during rush hours.

Springfield's distribution cluster serves all of New England. Good reload opportunities in any direction.

Connecticut rest areas on I-91 have limited truck parking. Secure parking in advance.

The corridor is heavily patrolled. Speed enforcement and DOT inspections are frequent at the Hartford weigh station.

New Haven to Springfield FAQ

Current average rates on the New Haven, CT to Springfield, MA lane are approximately $3.10/mi for dry van, $3.50/mi for reefer, and $3.65/mi for flatbed. Rates fluctuate based on season, fuel costs, and market demand. The most common equipment types on this lane are Dry Van, Reefer, Box Truck.

The 68-mile route from New Haven, CT to Springfield, MA typically takes Same day (1-1.5 hours). The recommended route is I-91 N through the Connecticut River Valley, past Hartford into Springfield. Actual transit time depends on weather, traffic, HOS compliance, and whether you run solo or team. Plan for 0 fuel stops along the way.

Yes, backhaul availability on the return trip is good. Average backhaul rates run around $2.75/mi. Common backhaul cargo includes Paper products, manufactured goods, defense industry freight from Springfield area. Check DAT, Truckstop, and local brokers for the best return loads.

Estimated toll costs on the New Haven, CT to Springfield, MA corridor are $0. This is a toll-free corridor, which helps protect your margins.

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Equipment

Rate/Mile

Est. Total

Dry Van

$3.10

$210.8

Reefer

$3.50

$238

Flatbed

$3.65

$248.2

Trucker Tips for This Lane

This is a short, dense corridor with high per-mile rates due to Northeast population density and congestion.

Hartford has a terrible interchange where I-91 meets I-84. Expect delays during rush hours.

Springfield's distribution cluster serves all of New England. Good reload opportunities in any direction.

Connecticut rest areas on I-91 have limited truck parking. Secure parking in advance.

The corridor is heavily patrolled. Speed enforcement and DOT inspections are frequent at the Hartford weigh station.

New Haven to Springfield FAQ

Estimated toll costs on the New Haven, CT to Springfield, MA corridor are $0. This is a toll-free corridor, which helps protect your margins.