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 Cordaville, MA
Drive Time
48m
Distance
36.7 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
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
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Lowell to Cordaville, you are looking at a straightforward 36.7-mile journey that typically takes about 48 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $6, it is an economical route for a quick commute or local visit. The path stays entirely within the Northeast region of Massachusetts, offering a reliable link between the two locations. Because it is a short, efficient drive, it serves as a practical option for those who prefer to spend less time behind the wheel and more time at their destination. Whether you are heading out for business or a casual visit, you will find this simple trip easy to manage.
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
18.3 miles from City of Lowell, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 85% of this 36.7-mile route is spent cruising on major roads. The bulk of your travel occurs on I-495, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 29.2 miles. This creates a steady, high-speed pace for the majority of the trip, allowing you to cover ground quickly. As you near the end of your drive, you will transition off the interstate and onto Turnpike Road and Cordaville Road. This shift moves you from the fast-paced environment of the highway onto local roads, providing a distinct change of pace as you reach your final destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 495 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Turnpike Road. 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 15 significant decision points across 36.7 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 1.5 miles (Lowell Connector): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Lowell Connector
Merge onto Lowell Connector
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
2.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the exit toward I 495 South, US 3 North: Worcester, Nashua New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2B-A
Toward I 495 South, US 3 North: Worcester, Nash...
8
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 South: Worcester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2A
Toward I 495 South: Worcester
7
32.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 59A
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from City of Lowell, MA to Cordaville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Nashua New Hampshire along the way.
Nashua New Hampshire
2.2 mi in
|
~4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 29.2 mi | 33m |
| Turnpike Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Cordaville Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Lowell Connector | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Chelmsford Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Grand Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Plain Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Middlesex Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 29.2 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Lowell, MA and Cordaville, 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
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lowell Connector
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 2B-A
Toward I 495 South, US 3 North: Worcester, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 2A
Toward I 495 South: Worcester
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 495 South: Marlboro
12
Merge onto I 495
29 mi
·
33 min
·
I 495
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 59A
Toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto MA 9
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Turnpike Road
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Use the right lane.
16
Turn straight onto MA 85
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Cordaville Road
17
Turn right onto Southville Road
331 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southville Road
18
Turn right onto Cordaville Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Cordaville Road
19
Arrive at destination
Hammond Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 48-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 36.7-mile distance without needing to plan for formal rest stops, though keep in mind that the lack of scheduled breaks means you should fuel up before heading out. Given that I-495 makes up the vast majority of your journey, keep a close eye on traffic reports for that corridor to avoid unexpected delays. The simplicity of the route is your biggest advantage, so focus on smooth transitions between the interstate and the local roads of Turnpike and Cordaville. A smart tip for this specific drive is to ensure you are comfortable with highway merging, as that will be the most demanding part of your short time on the road.
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 18.3 miles from City of Lowell, MA, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.2 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 36.7 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.3 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cordaville, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 36.7 miles and 48m.
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 I 495 for about 29.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.3 mi from City of Lowell, MA · 23m 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 36.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from City of Lowell, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cordaville, MA
The final approach into Cordaville, 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 Cordaville, 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
$5.84 one way
$11.68 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.35 | $12.71 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.93 | $13.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.15 | $16.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.14
Turnpike Road
(2 mi)
$0.14
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 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 | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
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
Cordaville, MA
Afternoon in Cordaville on Sunday
Local time
3:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
48m 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 Cordaville, MA covers 36.7 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, Turnpike Road, Cordaville Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.3 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 $5.84 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 15 significant decision points across 36.7 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 1.5 miles (Lowell Connector): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from City of Lowell, MA to Cordaville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Nashua New Hampshire along the way.
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