Lowell

Massachusetts

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Destinations

Lowell is located in Massachusetts, approximately 23 miles from Boston. The most popular drive from Lowell is to Boston. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Lowell

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Boston
30 miles
40 min

Nearby Cities

Nashua (12 mi)Reading (13 mi)Woburn (14 mi)Wakefield (15 mi)Stoneham (15 mi)

Routes to Lowell

Boston → Lowell

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Lowell from Boston?
Lowell is approximately 30 miles from Boston, taking around 40 min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Lowell?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Boston, Lowell.
How many routes from Lowell?
Lowell has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Lowell from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Lowell to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Boston, roughly 30 miles away by road.

Boston~30 mi · 30 min
Providence~65 mi · 1h
Hartford~110 mi · 2h
New York~230 mi · 4h
Philadelphia~325 mi · 5h 30m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Lowell

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Lowell by road:

Manchester-Boston (MHT)~25 mi · 30 min
Boston Logan (BOS)~30 mi · 30 min

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Lowell: What to Know

Lowell, Massachusetts makes a practical base for exploring New England by car. Before a longer trip, give the vehicle a quick once-over — tire pressure, washer fluid, and wipers — and download offline maps, as coverage can thin out between towns on rural stretches. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-95, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Driving from Lowell

Lowell is a popular starting point for road trips across the United States, with 3 destinations reachable by car. Whether you are planning a quick day trip to a neighboring city or an extended cross-country adventure, this page provides accurate driving times, distances, and estimated fuel costs for every route. Use the cards above to compare drive times and pick the best destination for your next trip. Each route page includes detailed information about highway options, toll costs, traffic patterns, and the best times to travel.