How far is South Hadley, MA from City of Lowell, MA?
Fastest route
Traveling from South Hadley, Massachusetts (ZIP code: 01075) to Lowell, Massachusetts, the fastest route is approximately 88.5 miles (142.4 kilometers) long, and it will take around 1 hour and 41 minutes. The directions for this route are as follows:
Directions
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🚗 Get on MA-2 E/US-202 N in Orange from State St: Start your journey by heading northeast on Woodbridge St toward Dunlap Pl. Then, turn right toward Silver St and continue onto Silver St. Next, take a left onto US-202 N/State St, followed by another left onto Fred Ruel Rd. Finally, continue onto Boardman St, which will slightly turn right and become George Hannum St.
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🛣️ Turn right onto Pelham Rd: Make a left turn to stay on George Hannum St, and then turn right onto Pelham Rd. Pelham Rd will eventually turn left and become US-202.
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🛣️ Merge onto MA-2 E/US-202 N toward Boston/Winchendon: Proceed to merge onto MA-2 E/US-202 N, following the signs for Boston and Winchendon.
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🛣️ Follow MA-2 E and I-495 N to MA-3A N/Thorndike St in Lowell: Keep driving on MA-2 E and I-495 N until you reach MA-3A N/Thorndike St in Lowell. Take exit 5 B from Lowell Connector.
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🚗 Take exit 5 B from Lowell Connector: After merging onto Lowell Connector, continue until you reach exit 5 B.
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🛣️ Take YMCA Dr to Hale St: Proceed to take YMCA Dr to Hale St.
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🛣️ Arrive at your destination: You have reached Lowell, Massachusetts!
Tips & Suggestions
- ⛽ Fuel up before the journey: Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel before embarking on this trip to avoid unexpected stops on the way.
- 🚧 Check for traffic updates: Before starting your journey, check for any traffic congestion or road closures to plan your trip better.
- 🧭 Use GPS navigation: Consider using a GPS navigation system or a navigation app on your smartphone to stay on track and avoid getting lost.
- 🚗 Take breaks during the drive: On long journeys, take regular breaks to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
- 🚓 Observe speed limits: Adhere to speed limits to ensure a safe and smooth trip without any unnecessary delays.
- 📱 Keep a charger handy: Keep your phone charger with you to ensure your phone stays charged for communication and navigation purposes.
- 🚘 Check your vehicle's condition: Before starting, make sure your vehicle is in good condition with all necessary checks, such as tire pressure and fluid levels.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.
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.
Town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Hadley and City of Lowell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Hadley and City of Lowell.
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Start on Church Street
55 m · 9 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Park Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Park Street
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Turn left onto Morgan Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Morgan Street
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Continue on Pleasant Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Pleasant Street
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Turn slight left onto East Street
3.1 mi · 6 min · East Street
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Turn left onto Fuller Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Fuller Street
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Continue on Rood Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Rood Street
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Turn right onto Center Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Center Street
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Take the ramp left
755 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
50.8 mi · 59 min · Massachusetts Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
1119 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth New Hampshire
1126 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth NH
3219 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
30.1 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
1311 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Chelmsford Street
2.9 mi · 5 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 South Hadley 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.
Massachusetts Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
50.8 mi · 00h 59m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving South Hadley and Light Rain Likely near City of Lowell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Hadley to City of Lowell?
The road trip is about 96.9 miles (155.9 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Auburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.8 miles from South Hadley and 49.1 miles from City of Lowell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.1 miles (111.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.8 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 3:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.30 one way or $26.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around South Hadley and Light Rain Likely near City of Lowell.
Stop Ideas Near Auburn
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Auburn.
Union Station
Framingham station
Providence station
Route 128 station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Hadley and City of Lowell. Straight-line distance: 69.07 mi (111.16 km).
#1 South Hadley
City in Massachusetts
| Population | 17,539 |
| Coordinates | 42.2584200, -72.5745300 |
| Altitude | 75 |
| 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: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $13.30 | $26.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $15.04 | $30.08 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $16.41 | $32.83 |
| Diesel | $4.49 | $15.35 | $30.70 |
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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