Origin
City of Lowell, MA
Night in City of Lowell on Wednesday
Local time
10:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Lowell, MA to North Andover, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
20m
Distance
12.5 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m
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
North Andover, MA
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Trip Overview
The drive from City of Lowell, MA to North Andover, MA covers 12.5 miles and takes about 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Arch Street, Middlesex Street, Thorndike Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6.2 miles from City of Lowell, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 20m drive with frequent turns across 12.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Arch Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from City of Lowell, MA to North Andover, MA is easy. At 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from City of Lowell, MA to North Andover, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arch Street | — | — |
| Middlesex Street | — | — |
| Thorndike Street | — | — |
| Appleton Street | — | — |
| Church Street | — | — |
| Andover Street | — | — |
| Nesmith Street | — | — |
| Rogers Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Arch Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Lowell, MA and North Andover, MA.
1
Start on the route
0.1 mi
·
40 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Arch Street
16 ft
·
8 sec
·
Arch Street
3
Turn sharp left onto Middlesex Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Middlesex Street
4
Turn right onto Thorndike Street
249 ft
·
15 sec
·
Thorndike Street
5
Turn left onto Appleton Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Appleton Street
6
Continue on Church Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Church Street
7
Continue on Andover Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Andover Street
8
Turn right onto Nesmith Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Nesmith Street
9
Continue on Rogers Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Rogers Street
10
Continue on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
11
Take the ramp left toward I 495 North: Lawrence, Haverhill
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 495 North: Lawrence, Haverhill
12
Merge slight left
8.1 mi
·
9 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward North Andover
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Andover
14
Keep slight right to continue on Massachusetts Avenue, North Andover
207 ft
·
5 sec
·
Massachusetts Avenue, North Andover
15
Turn straight onto Massachusetts Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Massachusetts Avenue
16
Turn sharp left onto Waverley Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Waverley Road
17
Turn right onto Middlesex Street
141 ft
·
8 sec
·
Middlesex Street
18
Turn right
62 ft
·
5 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 6.2 miles from City of Lowell, MA, or about 10m into the drive.
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 12.5 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.2 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Andover, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving City of Lowell, MA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from City of Lowell, MA
This is one driving day of about 12.5 miles and 20m.
At 12.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.2 mi from City of Lowell, MA · 10m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.2 miles from City of Lowell, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Andover, MA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into North Andover, MA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.00 one way
$4.00 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $2.18 | $4.36 |
| premium | $4.82 | $2.37 | $4.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.31 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
North Andover, MA
Night in North Andover on Wednesday
Local time
10:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
20m 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 North Andover, MA covers 12.5 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arch Street, Middlesex Street, Thorndike Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.2 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 $2.00 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.
The drive from City of Lowell, MA to North Andover, MA is easy. At 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from City of Lowell, MA to North Andover, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from City of Lowell, MA to North Andover, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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