How far is City of Lowell, MA from Kingston, MA?

The driving distance from City of Lowell, MA to Kingston, MA is about 63.3 miles (101.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 54 miles (86.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
63.27 mi
01h 27m
Flight
53.97 mi
86.86 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
53.97 mi
Kilometers
86.86 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
63.27 mi
Kilometers
101.83 km
Drive Time
01h 27m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kingston
Fri, Sep 25, 5:18 PM EDT
Return by in City of Lowell
Fri, Sep 25, 6:45 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave City of Lowell
2026-09-25T15:50
Arrive Kingston
Fri, Sep 25, 5:18 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:28 AM to 11:28 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:34 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in City of Lowell
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
South Boston
MA

This historic Boston neighborhood, often called "Southie," is situated south of downtown Boston and the Fort Point Channel, with Dorchester Bay to its east and south.

From City of Lowell
31.6 mi
00h 43m
To Kingston
31.6 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62°F
Friday

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Sep 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 to 21 mph N
Destination
62°F
Friday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Fri, Sep 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
35 to 41 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between City of Lowell and Kingston.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between City of Lowell and Kingston.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    529 ft · 40 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Arch Street

    5 m · 8 sec · Arch Street

  3. 3

    Turn sharp left onto Middlesex Street

    117 m · 12 sec · Middlesex Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Grand Street

    1214 ft · 54 sec · Grand Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Chelmsford Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · Chelmsford Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Plain Street

    587 ft · 12 sec · Plain Street

  7. 7

    Take the ramp straight

    1210 ft · 30 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Lowell Connector

    1 mi · 1 min · Lowell Connector

  9. 9

    Continue on Lowell Connector

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Lowell Connector

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    9.1 mi · 11 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, US 3 South: Boston, Peabody

    1 mi · 2 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight left

    1528 ft · 43 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Yankee Division Highway

    1.5 km · 1 min · Yankee Division Highway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward US 3 South: Winchester

    1045 ft · 32 sec

  15. 15

    Merge slight left onto Cambridge Street

    2354 ft · 35 sec · Cambridge Street

  16. 16

    Continue on Cambridge Road

    2 mi · 2 min · Cambridge Road

  17. 17

    Continue on Cambridge Street

    1.1 mi · 1 min · Cambridge Street

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Church Street

    1781 ft · 38 sec · Church Street

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Bacon Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · Bacon Street

  20. 20

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Main Street

    11 m · 1 sec · Main Street

  21. 21

    Exit the roundabout onto Main Street

    2683 ft · 45 sec · Main Street

  22. 22

    Continue on Winthrop Street

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Winthrop Street

  23. 23

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Winthrop Street

    30 m · 4 sec · Winthrop Street

  24. 24

    Exit the roundabout onto Winthrop Street

    760 ft · 28 sec · Winthrop Street

  25. 25

    Turn left onto Mystic Valley Parkway

    2577 ft · 1 min · Mystic Valley Parkway

  26. 26

    Continue on Mystic Valley Parkway

    608 ft · 10 sec · Mystic Valley Parkway

  27. 27

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 93: Boston, Concord New Hampshire

    584 ft · 14 sec

  28. 28

    Keep slight right to continue on I 93 South: Boston

    1322 ft · 32 sec

  29. 29

    Merge slight left

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  30. 30

    Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

  31. 31

    Keep slight left to continue on Interstate 93 HOV lane

    1.4 km · 1 min · Interstate 93 HOV lane

  32. 32

    Merge slight right onto John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

    3 mi · 5 min · John F. Fitzgerald Expressway

  33. 33

    Continue on Southeast Expressway

    8 mi · 11 min · Southeast Expressway

  34. 34

    Keep slight left to continue on MA 3 South: Cape Cod

    25.1 mi · 32 min

  35. 35

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 3A: Kingston, North Plymouth

    1521 ft · 43 sec

  36. 36

    Turn right onto Main Street

    2164 ft · 57 sec · Main Street

  37. 37

    Turn right onto Landing Road

    1241 ft · 34 sec · Landing Road

  38. 38

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Landing Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Lowell and Kingston.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
38 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
14
6 merges, 8 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
60 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
MA 3 South
25.1 mi · 40%
Lowell Connector
11.3 mi · 18%
Southeast Expressway
7.98 mi · 13%
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
2.96 mi · 5%
Interstate 93 HOV lane
2.51 mi · 4%
Cambridge Road
2 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

MA 3 South

Keep slight left to continue on MA 3 South: Cape Cod

25.1 mi · 00h 32m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 27m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.3 mi
54 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
South Boston
00h 43m from City of Lowell
Leave By
3:34 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers leaving City of Lowell and Rain Showers Likely near Kingston.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from City of Lowell to Kingston?

The road trip is about 63.3 miles (101.8 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?

South Boston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.6 miles from City of Lowell and 31.6 miles from Kingston.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 54 miles (86.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 3:34 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.81 one way or $19.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers around City of Lowell and Rain Showers Likely near Kingston.

Stop Ideas Near South Boston

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around South Boston and the surrounding midpoint area.
Cocobeet - Boston
Food stop 3.9 mi away

Cocobeet - Boston

Boston , MA
100 City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02108
Rating 4.4/5 198 reviews Health food restaurant,Juice shop,Raw food restaurant,Vegan restaurant
Boston's Old City Hall
Scenic stop 3.8 mi away

Boston's Old City Hall

Boston , MA
45 School St, Boston, MA 02108, United States
Rating 4.6/5 346 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical landmark
Cambridge City Hall
Meeting point 5.2 mi away

Cambridge City Hall

Cambridge , MA
795 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Rating 4.4/5 47 reviews City Hall,City government office
City Hall Plaza
Scenic stop 3.9 mi away

City Hall Plaza

Boston , MA
1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA 02203
Rating 4.4/5 208 reviews City park

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Boston.

Transit stop coverage is not ready for this midpoint yet.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between City of Lowell and Kingston. Straight-line distance: 53.97 mi (86.86 km).

City of Lowell

#1 City of Lowell

The third most populous city in Massachusetts.

Population109,945
Coordinates42.6388700, -71.3217100
Altitude33
CountryUnited States
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#2 Kingston

Coastal town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States

Population12,208
Coordinates41.9945500, -70.7244800
Altitude18
CountryUnited States
Start: City of Lowell (-71.32171, 42.63887)
End: Kingston (-70.72448, 41.99455)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 102 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 54m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 47m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.23 gal
8.45 L · about $9.81
Round trip
$19.62
4.46 gal · 16.9 L
Estimated CO2
19.8 kg one way
Round trip: 39.6 kg / 87 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.40 $9.81 $19.62
Mid-grade $5.01 $11.17 $22.34
Premium $5.43 $12.10 $24.20
Diesel $6.38 $14.23 $28.46

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Massachusetts · Sep 25, 2026

There is no time difference between City of Lowell and Kingston. The current time is 15:50:05.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.