Origin
City of Lowell, MA
Afternoon in City of Lowell on Sunday
Local time
3:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Lowell, MA to Beverly Cove, MA
Drive Time
53m
Distance
36.3 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Lowell, MA
Phil Evenden
Beverly Cove, MA
Simon Steiner
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Lowell to Beverly Cove, you are looking at a 36.3-mile trip that typically takes about 53 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You can expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel, making this a highly budget-friendly jaunt within the Northeast. Navigating through the region, you will rely on a mix of thoroughfares including the Yankee Division Highway, US 3, and Elliott Street. Since the trip is short and straightforward, it serves as an excellent low-stress option for travelers who prefer to spend their time at the destination rather than behind the wheel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
18.1 miles from City of Lowell, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that balances highway efficiency with more deliberate navigation. While about 29% of your journey consists of highway travel, the remainder requires a bit more attention as you transition through the local road network. You will find your longest uninterrupted stretch on the Yankee Division Highway, which spans 17.9 miles of the total distance. The personality of this drive shifts from the faster pace of the highway to the more technical, winding nature of local streets like Elliott Street. Stay alert, as the changing road types mean you will need to adjust your driving style as you move toward the coast.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Yankee Division Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Middlesex Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 36.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Middlesex Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 12.7 miles (US 3): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.3 miles (MA 128 / Yankee Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Middlesex Street
Turn sharp left onto Middlesex Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
9
12.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
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US 3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 3 toward I 95 North, US 3 South: Boston, Peabody
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72A
Toward I 95 North, US 3 South: Boston, Peabody
8
27.3 mi into trip
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~38m in
|
MA 128 / Yankee Division Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 128 / Yankee Division Highway toward MA 128 North: Gloucester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Exit 64
Toward MA 128 North: Gloucester
8
31.9 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward MA 62: Beverly, Middleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43
Toward MA 62: Beverly, Middleton
8
32.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 62 East: Beverly
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward MA 62 East: Beverly
Towns Along This Route
Between City of Lowell, MA and Beverly Cove, MA, road signs point toward Peabody and Middleton.
Peabody
12.7 mi in
|
~17m
|
via US 3
Middleton
31.9 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Yankee Division Highway | 17.9 mi | 24m |
| US 3 | 10.5 mi | 13m |
| Elliott Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Lowell Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Hale Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Chelmsford Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Dane Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Grand Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Yankee Division Highway
— 17.9 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Lowell, MA and Beverly Cove, MA.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
40 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Arch Street
15 ft
·
8 sec
·
Arch Street
3
Turn sharp left onto Middlesex Street
383 ft
·
12 sec
·
Middlesex Street
4
Turn right onto Grand Street
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Grand Street
5
Turn right onto MA 110
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Chelmsford Street
6
Turn left onto Plain Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Plain Street
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
8
Merge onto Lowell Connector
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lowell Connector
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on Lowell Connector
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lowell Connector
Exit 1A
Toward US 3 South: Boston
Use the none lane.
10
Merge onto US 3
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
US 3
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 3
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 3
Exit 72A
Toward I 95 North, US 3 South: Boston, Peabody
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 3
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 3
Use the none lane.
13
Merge onto I 95; US 3; MA 128
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 128
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Exit 64
Toward MA 128 North: Gloucester
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 43
Toward MA 62: Beverly, Middleton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
190 ft
·
4 sec
Toward MA 62 East: Beverly
Use the left / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto MA 62
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Elliott Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto MA 62
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Cabot Street
19
Turn left onto MA 62
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Dane Street
20
Turn left onto MA 62
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hale Street
21
Turn right onto Brackenbury Lane
480 ft
·
20 sec
·
Brackenbury Lane
22
Arrive at destination
Brackenbury Lane
Trip Plan
Because this drive is short and direct with zero mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road during off-peak hours to ensure you maintain that 53-minute estimate, as local roads can become congested depending on the time of day. With a fuel budget of only $6, you should easily complete the trip on a single tank, allowing you to focus entirely on your arrival in Beverly Cove. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, keep your GPS handy for the final segments on Elliott Street to avoid missing any transitions. Enjoy the simplicity of this quick Northeast transit and the convenience of a short drive that leaves you plenty of energy for your arrival.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 18.1 miles from City of Lowell, MA, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 36.3 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.1 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beverly Cove, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Lowell, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from City of Lowell, MA
This is one driving day of about 36.3 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from City of Lowell, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Yankee Division Highway for about 17.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.1 mi from City of Lowell, MA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from City of Lowell, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beverly Cove, MA
The final approach into Beverly Cove, MA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Beverly Cove, MA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.78 one way
$11.56 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.28 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.86 | $13.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.06 | $16.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Beverly Cove, MA
Afternoon in Beverly Cove on Sunday
Local time
3:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
18 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from City of Lowell, MA to Beverly Cove, MA covers 36.3 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Yankee Division Highway, US 3, Elliott Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.1 miles from City of Lowell, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 36.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Middlesex Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 12.7 miles (US 3): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.3 miles (MA 128 / Yankee Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between City of Lowell, MA and Beverly Cove, MA, road signs point toward Peabody and Middleton.
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