How far is Buzzards Bay, MA from City of Lowell, MA?
Fastest route
The route from Buzzards Bay, Bourne, MA 02532 to Lowell, Massachusetts is approximately 84.0 miles and takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes via I-95 W.
Directions
- Start by getting on MA-25 W in Wareham from US-6.
- Head east on Buzzards Bay Rotary toward Main St.
- Exit the traffic circle onto Main St.
- Continue onto US-6/Dalton Memorial Bridge.
- Continue to follow US-6 and use the right lane to turn slightly right onto MA-28 N.
- Use the right lane to turn slightly right onto Maple Springs Rd.
- Use the right lane to merge onto MA-25 W via the ramp to Interstate 195/Interstate 495.
- Take I-495 N, MA-24 N, I-95 W, and US-3 N to MA-3A N/Thorndike St in Lowell. Take exit 5B from Lowell Connector.
- Take exit 19A to merge onto MA-24 N toward Boston.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 41B to merge onto I-93 S toward I-95.
- Take exit 50A-B for US-3 N toward Lowell.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on Lowell Connector, following signs for I-495 N/Lawrence.
- Take exit 5B to merge onto MA-3A N/Thorndike St.
- Take YMCA Dr to Hale St.
- Merge onto MA-3A N/Thorndike St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to plan your journey well in advance to account for traffic conditions.
- ⛽ Check your vehicle's fuel level before starting the trip and refuel if necessary.
- 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on the correct route.
- 🚦 Observe traffic signs and follow all road regulations.
- 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged and easily accessible in case you need to make calls or use navigation apps.
- 🚧 Be aware of construction zones or road closures that might affect your route.
- 🕒 Allow for extra time in case of unexpected delays during the journey.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Massachusetts
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buzzards Bay and City of Lowell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buzzards Bay and City of Lowell.
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Start on West End Rotary
535 ft · 9 sec · West End Rotary
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Exit the rotary onto Cranberry Highway
3.3 mi · 7 min · Cranberry Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Cranberry Highway
933 ft · 23 sec · Cranberry Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Maple Springs Road
2019 ft · 34 sec · Maple Springs Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward MA 25 West
1607 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
18.7 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MA 24 North: Boston
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Amvets Highway
17.5 mi · 20 min · Amvets Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 93 South, US 1 South
1.6 km · 2 min
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Merge slight right onto Yankee Division Highway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Yankee Division Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
3239 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight right
22.5 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 3 North: Lowell, Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
868 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
1737 ft · 50 sec
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Continue on US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
2168 ft · 35 sec
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Continue straight
9.4 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
2462 ft · 32 sec
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19
Take the exit slight right toward MA 110, I 495 South: Chelmsford, Marlboro
2299 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MA 110: Lowell, Chelmsford
1368 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MA 110: Lowell, Chelmsford
842 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto Chelmsford Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · Chelmsford Street
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Turn sharp left onto Westford Street
140 m · 11 sec · Westford Street
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Turn right onto Grand Street
137 m · 24 sec · Grand Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Middlesex Street
117 m · 18 sec · Middlesex Street
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Turn sharp right onto Arch Street
5 m · 6 sec · Arch Street
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Turn left
529 ft · 39 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buzzards Bay and City of Lowell.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 95 North
Merge slight right
22.5 mi · 00h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Patchy Fog leaving Buzzards Bay and Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near City of Lowell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buzzards Bay to City of Lowell?
The road trip is about 84.7 miles (136.3 km) and usually takes 01h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Randolph is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42 miles from Buzzards Bay and 42.7 miles from City of Lowell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.5 miles (115 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.63 one way or $23.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Buzzards Bay and Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near City of Lowell.
Stop Ideas Near Randolph
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Cocobeet - Boston
Boston's Old City Hall
Brockton City Hall
Marriage Certificates Registry
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Randolph.
Route 128 station
Back Bay station
South Station
North Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buzzards Bay and City of Lowell. Straight-line distance: 71.47 mi (115.02 km).
#1 Buzzards Bay
Census-designated place in Barnstable County, Massachusetts
| Population | 3,859 |
| Coordinates | 41.7453800, -70.6180900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 City of Lowell
The third most populous city in Massachusetts.
| Population | 109,945 |
| Coordinates | 42.6388700, -71.3217100 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-71.321003, 42.638895)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 136 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $11.63 | $23.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $13.15 | $26.29 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $13.42 | $26.84 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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