Trip from City of Lowell, MA to Hamilton, MA

Data updated 5 hours ago

Drive Time

58m

Distance

31 mi

50 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

9 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min

4 AM

0h 54m ★

6 AM

0h 59m

8 AM

1h 8m

10 AM

1h 2m

12 PM

1h 1m

3 PM

1h 3m

5 PM

1h 8m

8 PM

0h 56m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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City of Lowell, MA

Phil Evenden

town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Hamilton, MA

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Trip Overview

This 31-mile journey from Lowell to Hamilton, Massachusetts, is a quick 58-minute drive, making it an ideal day trip. The route utilizes I-495, Bay Road, and Salem Street, with about 21% of the drive on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, this is an economical option for a short excursion. As both locations are within the Northeast region of Massachusetts, you'll experience a consistent local feel throughout. This drive is straightforward and doesn't require an overnight stay, offering flexibility for when you choose to depart.

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

15.5 miles from City of Lowell, MA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While 21% of the trip is on highways, the majority unfolds on local roads like Bay Road and Salem Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 6.5 miles on I-495, offering a brief period of faster travel before you transition back to more winding, local thoroughfares. This dynamic shift means you'll be actively navigating through various New England towns and landscapes, keeping your attention engaged behind the wheel.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 35 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 6.5 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

213 ft 46 ft

Total Climb

258 ft

Total Descent

307 ft

Highest Point

213 ft

~13.3 mi in

Elevation Range

167 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Middlesex Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Middlesex Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (Thorndike Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Middlesex Street

Turn sharp left onto Middlesex Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | Thorndike Street

Turn right onto Thorndike Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

3.2 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the ramp toward I 495 North: Lawrence, Haverhill

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 495 North: Lawrence, Haverhill

3.5 mi into trip | ~8m in | I 495

Merge onto I 495

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

10 mi into trip | ~16m in

Take the exit toward MA 28 South: Andover

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 99A Toward MA 28 South: Andover

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from City of Lowell, MA to Hamilton, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Haverhill along the way.

Haverhill

3.2 mi in | ~8m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 495	6.5 mi	7m
Bay Road	2.6 mi	4m
Salem Street	2.4 mi	5m
Main Street	2.3 mi	4m
Topsfield Road Extension	1.9 mi	3m
Boxford Street	1.8 mi	4m
High Street Extension	1.7 mi	3m
Haverhill Street	1.1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 495 — 6.5 mi, about 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between City of Lowell, MA and Hamilton, MA.

Start on the route

0.1 mi · 40 sec · the route

Turn right onto Arch Street

16 ft · 8 sec · Arch Street

Turn sharp left onto Middlesex Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Middlesex Street

Turn right onto Thorndike Street

249 ft · 15 sec · Thorndike Street

Turn left onto Appleton Street

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Appleton Street

Continue on Church Street

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Church Street

Continue on Andover Street

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Andover Street

Turn right onto Nesmith Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Nesmith Street

Continue on Rogers Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · Rogers Street

Continue on Main Street

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Main Street

Take the ramp left toward I 495 North: Lawrence, Haverhill

0.3 mi · 43 sec · I 495 North: Lawrence, Haverhill

Merge slight left

6.5 mi · 7 min

Take the exit slight right toward MA 28 South: Andover

0.3 mi · 48 sec · MA 28 South: Andover

Turn straight onto North Main Street

0.4 mi · 54 sec · North Main Street

Turn left onto Haverhill Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · Haverhill Street

Continue on Peters Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Peters Street

Continue on Andover Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · Andover Street

Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Johnson Street

13 ft · Johnson Street

Exit the roundabout onto Johnson Street

502 ft · 12 sec · Johnson Street

Continue on Salem Street

2.4 mi · 5 min · Salem Street

Continue on Boxford Street

1.8 mi · 4 min · Boxford Street

Continue on Lawrence Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Lawrence Road

Turn straight onto Main Street

1.3 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Turn slight right onto Topsfield Road Extension

1.9 mi · 3 min · Topsfield Road Extension

Continue on Boxford Road

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Boxford Road

Continue on Washington Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Washington Street

Turn slight right onto High Street Extension

1.7 mi · 3 min · High Street Extension

Keep slight left to continue on Valley Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Valley Road

Turn left onto Topsfield Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Topsfield Road

Turn left onto Cherry Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · Cherry Street

Turn slight left onto Monument Street

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Monument Street

Turn left onto Main Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Continue on Bay Road

2.6 mi · 4 min · Bay Road

Turn right onto Moulton Street

128 ft · 6 sec · Moulton Street

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the short 58-minute duration of this 31-mile trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule. Since there are no designated stops in the data, consider planning your own brief breaks if needed, perhaps after the 6.5-mile stretch on I-495. The estimated fuel cost is a very manageable $5, so you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. A practical tip for this route is to pay close attention to road signage as you transition from I-495 onto Bay Road and Salem Street, as these local roads can be more complex to navigate.

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 15.5 miles from City of Lowell, MA, or about 27m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.5 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 31 miles or 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 15.5 miles or 27m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 50m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamilton, MA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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 31 miles and 58m.

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 6.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 15.5 mi from City of Lowell, MA · 27m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brookhaven, NY

16 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

Rocky Point, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brookhaven, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from City of Lowell, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hamilton, MA

The final approach into Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, MA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Lowell National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes t...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Originally established in 1938 as the first National Historic Site in the United States, Salem Maritime National Historical Park consists of nine acres of land and twelve historic structures along the...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 26.7

View on nps.gov

Minute Man National Historical Park

National Historical Park

At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the Ameri...

12 mi from route ~30 min detour Free near mile 3.2

View on nps.gov

Boston National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.

18 mi from route ~44 min detour Free near mile 25.6

View on nps.gov

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...

20 mi from route ~51 min detour Free near mile 25.6

View on nps.gov

Adams National Historical Park

National Historical Park

From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...

25 mi from route ~61 min detour $15 near mile 25.6

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.93 one way

$9.87 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$5.37	$10.73
premium	$4.80	$5.86	$11.71
diesel	$5.64	$6.89	$13.77

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

9 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Lowell, MA - Tesla Supercharger

Lowell, MA

Tesla

12 DCFC

Chelmsford Town Hall

Chelmsford, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

Roberts Field Town of Chelmsford

Chelmsford, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

Chelmsford Senior Center

North Chelmsford, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

Farley White

Lowell, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

Adams Library

Chelmsford, MA

RED_E

6 DCFC

Lowell Quick Mart

Lowell, MA

RED_E

4 DCFC

Chelmsford Mobil Mart

Chelmsford, MA

RED_E

2 DCFC

RED_E: 7 Tesla: 1 ChargePoint Network: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	9.3	$3.25	$1.49
Efficient EV	7.8	$2.71	$1.24
EV Truck/SUV	12.4	$4.34	$1.98

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (64% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

City of Lowell, MA

Night in City of Lowell on Tuesday

Local time

10:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hamilton, MA

Night in Hamilton on Tuesday

Local time

10:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Brookhaven, NY

16 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

16 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

58m 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 Hamilton, MA covers 31 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 495, Bay Road, Salem Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 15.5 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 $4.93 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.

On the drive from City of Lowell, MA to Hamilton, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Haverhill along the way.

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