How far is Lowell, MA from Conway, MA?

The driving distance from Lowell, MA to Conway, MA is about 92.1 miles (148.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 70.9 miles (114.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 25m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
92.06 mi
02h 12m
Flight
70.9 mi
114.11 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
70.9 mi
Kilometers
114.11 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
92.06 mi
Kilometers
148.15 km
Drive Time
02h 12m

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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 02h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Conway
Thu, Apr 23, 3:59 AM EDT
Return by in Lowell
Thu, Apr 23, 6:11 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lowell
2026-04-23T01:46
Arrive Conway
Thu, Apr 23, 3:59 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:13 AM to 12:13 PM EDT

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

Leave by
2:04 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in 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
Templeton
MA

Census-designated place in California

From Lowell
46 mi
01h 06m
To Conway
46.1 mi
01h 06m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 10 mph NW
Destination
59°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 12 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lowell and Conway.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lowell and Conway.

  1. 1

    Start on Hale Street

    148 m · 15 sec · Hale Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Cambridge Street

    96 m · 16 sec · Cambridge Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Chelmsford Street

    2924 ft · 56 sec · Chelmsford Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Plain Street

    587 ft · 12 sec · Plain Street

  5. 5

    Take the ramp straight

    1210 ft · 30 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Lowell Connector

    1.3 km · 1 min · Lowell Connector

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 495 South, US 3 North: Worcester, Nashua New Hampshire

    763 ft · 16 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 495 South: Worcester

    1724 ft · 39 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on I 495 South: Marlboro

    2589 ft · 34 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    10.7 mi · 12 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 2 West: Leominster

    2255 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Captain Isaac Davis Highway

    10.9 mi · 15 min · Captain Isaac Davis Highway

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on Concord Turnpike

    37.2 mi · 52 min · Concord Turnpike

  14. 14

    Continue on East Main Street

    2 mi · 4 min · East Main Street

  15. 15

    Continue on Public Works Boulevard

    1.3 km · 2 min · Public Works Boulevard

  16. 16

    Continue on State Road

    1.9 mi · 3 min · State Road

  17. 17

    Continue on Mohawk Trail

    2.4 mi · 3 min · Mohawk Trail

  18. 18

    Continue on French King Highway

    2003 ft · 43 sec · French King Highway

  19. 19

    Continue on Mohawk Trail

    1318 ft · 28 sec · Mohawk Trail

  20. 20

    Continue on French King Highway

    4.9 mi · 8 min · French King Highway

  21. 21

    Continue on Mohawk Trail

    11.6 mi · 14 min · Mohawk Trail

  22. 22

    Take the exit slight right toward MA 116: Deerfield, Conway

    1085 ft · 37 sec

  23. 23

    Turn slight right

    72 m · 6 sec

  24. 24

    Turn straight onto Conway Road

    2.5 mi · 5 min · Conway Road

  25. 25

    Continue on South Deerfield Road

    2.8 mi · 6 min · South Deerfield Road

  26. 26

    Continue on Main Street

    862 ft · 29 sec · Main Street

  27. 27

    Continue on Main Street

    52 m · 12 sec · Main Street

  28. 28

    Turn left onto River Street

    40 m · 5 sec · River Street

  29. 29

    Turn right

    30 m · 7 sec

  30. 30

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lowell and Conway.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
30 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
32.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Concord Turnpike
37.2 mi · 40%
Mohawk Trail
14.3 mi · 15%
I 495 South
11.6 mi · 13%
Captain Isaac Davis Highway
10.9 mi · 12%
French King Highway
5.29 mi · 6%
South Deerfield Road
2.85 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Concord Turnpike

Keep slight left to continue on Concord Turnpike

37.2 mi · 00h 52m

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
02h 12m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.2 mi
70.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Templeton
01h 06m from Lowell
Leave By
2:04 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Lowell and Mostly Sunny near Conway.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lowell to Conway?

The road trip is about 92.1 miles (148.2 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?

Templeton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46 miles from Lowell and 46.1 miles from Conway.

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

The direct path is about 70.9 miles (114.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.2 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 2:04 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.64 one way or $25.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Lowell and Mostly Sunny near Conway.

Stop Ideas Near Templeton

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 Templeton and the surrounding midpoint area.
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Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Templeton.

RAIL

Union Station

40 mi away
2 Washington Square
RAIL

Amherst, Massachusetts

42 mi away
13 Railroad St.
RAIL

John W. Olver Transit Center

44 mi away
12 Olive Street
RAIL

Union Station

50 mi away
10 Vernon Rd

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lowell and Conway. Straight-line distance: 70.9 mi (114.11 km).

Lowell

#1 Lowell

The third most populous city in Massachusetts.

Population110,904
Coordinates42.6334200, -71.3161700
Altitude36
CountryUnited States
Conway

#2 Conway

Town in Franklin County, Massachusetts, USA

Population1,875
Coordinates42.5098100, -72.6995300
Altitude172
CountryUnited States
Start: Lowell (-71.31617, 42.63342)
End: Conway (-72.69953, 42.50981)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 148 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 50m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 32m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 18m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 08m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.25 gal
12.3 L · about $12.64
Round trip
$25.29
6.5 gal · 24.6 L
Estimated CO2
28.9 kg one way
Round trip: 57.8 kg / 127 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $12.64 $25.29
Mid-grade $4.40 $14.29 $28.58
Premium $4.80 $15.60 $31.19
Diesel $4.49 $14.59 $29.17

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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There is no time difference between Lowell and Conway. The current time is 01:46:34.

Distance to Other Cities

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