How far is Housatonic, MA from Lowell, MA?
Fastest route
The distance between Housatonic, Great Barrington, MA 01236 and Lowell, Massachusetts is approximately 137 miles (220 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 24 minutes. The recommended route is via I-90 E due to traffic conditions.
Directions
- Start by heading north toward Park St.
- Turn left onto MA-183 N/Front St and continue to follow MA-183 N.
- Turn right onto Christian Hill Rd/Glendale Middle Rd and continue on Glendale Middle Rd.
- Glendale Middle Rd will turn left and become W Main St.
- Continue straight onto MA-102 E/E Main St.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp to I-90 E (toll road).
- Keep right at the fork and follow signs for I-90 E/Springfield/Boston, then merge onto I-90 E (toll road).
- Continue on I-90 E, then take I-290 E and I-495 N to MA-3A N/Thorndike St in Lowell. Take exit 5B from Lowell Connector (toll road).
- Take exit 90 to merge onto I-290 E toward Worcester.
- Use the left lane to take exit 32B to merge onto I-495 N toward Lowell.
- Take exit 89A-B-C for US-3/Lowell Connector toward Burlington/Nashua NH.
- Keep left at the fork to continue toward Lowell Connector, then keep right at the fork to continue on Exits 89B-89C.
- Merge onto Lowell Connector and take exit 5B to merge onto MA-3A N/Thorndike St.
- Finally, take YMCA Dr to Hale St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip in advance to ensure a smooth journey.
- ⛽ Check fuel levels and consider refueling before starting the trip.
- 💰 Keep some cash handy for tolls along the route.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device for real-time directions and traffic updates.
- 🚦 Observe traffic signs and signals for a safe and legal journey.
- 🍽️ Pack some snacks and water for the road to stay refreshed.
- 🚫 Avoid distractions while driving and focus on the road ahead.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Housatonic and Lowell is 107.76 miles (173.42 km).
Flight distance from Housatonic, MA to Lowell, MA is 107.76 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Housatonic to Lowell with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Housatonic, Massachusetts to Lowell, Massachusetts is: 139.96 miles (225.24 km) by car.
Driving from Housatonic to Lowell will take approximately 02 hours 19 minutes.
#1 Housatonic
Census-designated place in Berkshire County, Massachusetts
| Population | 1109 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°15'15"N 73°21'58"W |
| Latitude | 42.2542500 |
| Longitude | -73.3662200 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lowell
The third most populous city in Massachusetts. It is located on the Merrimack River in northeastern Massachusetts. Lowell is known for its many textile mills, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Lowell National Historical Park and the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center.
| Population | 110904 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°38'0"N 71°18'58"W |
| Latitude | 42.6334200 |
| Longitude | -71.3161700 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Lowell: Hale Street (-71.316165,42.633415)
Estimated Travel Time Between Housatonic and Lowell
The distance between Housatonic and Lowell is 225 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 30 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Housatonic and Lowell. The current time is 11:46:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 39 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 29 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.7 liters (4.94 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Housatonic and Lowell.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Housatonic to Lowell is $17.74 (diesel $22.17).
Massachusetts gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.59 | $4.16 | $4.5 | $4.49 |
| Total | $17.74 | $20.53 | $22.2 | $22.17 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Massachusetts ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.591 (Diesel $4.488) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 05, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Housatonic and Lowell (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
