Springfield Park is located approximately 10 km (6.2 mi) north-east of the Durban CBD and is divided into a northern and a southern part by the uMngeni River which flows through the area.

The M21 (Inanda Road) is the main route through the northern part of Springfield Park heading westwards to Newlands West and KwaMashu and eastwards to Umgeni Park and Prospect Hall.

The M19 (Umgeni Road) is the main route through the southern part of Springfield Park heading westwards to Westville and eastwards to the Durban CBD (via the R102).

The N2 freeway passes Springfield Park to the west, leading northwards to KwaDukuza and southwards to Port Shepstone.

The R102 (Chris Hani Road) passes Springfield Park to the east, leading northwards to the suburbs of Briardene, Avoca and Redhill and southwards to the Durban CBD.