Origin
Otis, MA
Evening in Otis on Wednesday
Local time
8:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Otis, MA to City of Lowell, MA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
122.6 mi
197 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Otis, MA
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City of Lowell, MA
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Trip Overview
This 122.6-mile drive from Otis, MA to the City of Lowell, MA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes. Your journey will primarily follow major arteries like the Massachusetts Turnpike and I-495, with a portion on US 20, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, this route offers an economical way to travel within the Northeast region. The drive is designed for efficiency, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Consider this a straightforward and practical option for getting from point A to point B in Massachusetts.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.3 miles from Otis, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 82% of the route utilizing high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 65.3 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike, offering a chance to settle in and cover significant ground. While the majority of your time will be spent on these faster roads, there will be transitions onto other main routes like I-495 and US 20. This creates a driving personality that is efficient and direct, minimizing slower, more winding sections.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Massachusetts Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 65.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Massachusetts Turnpike and I 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 87.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 122.6 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 87.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
87.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
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 106
Toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
7
88.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth New Hamp...
8
88.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth NH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth NH
6
119 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 88
Toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
6
122.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m in
|
Arch Street
Turn sharp right onto Arch Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Otis, MA and City of Lowell, MA, road signs point toward Taunton, Portsmouth New Hampshire and Portsmouth.
Taunton
87.9 mi in
|
~1h 55m
Portsmouth New Hampshire
88.1 mi in
|
~1h 55m
Portsmouth
88.3 mi in
|
~1h 56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 65.3 mi | 1h 15m |
| I 495 | 30.1 mi | 34m |
| US 20 | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Otis Stage Road | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| East Otis Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Chelmsford Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Blandford Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Woronoco Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 65.3 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Otis, MA and City of Lowell, MA.
1
Start on MA 23
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Otis Road
2
Continue on MA 23
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
East Otis Road
3
Continue on MA 23
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Otis Stage Road
4
Continue on MA 23
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on MA 23
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Woronoco Road
6
Continue on MA 23
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Blandford Road
7
Turn right onto US 20
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
US 20
8
Turn left onto Maple Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Maple Street
9
At end of road, turn right onto Orange Street
279 ft
·
14 sec
·
Orange Street
10
Turn left onto US 202; MA 10
343 ft
·
11 sec
·
Elm Street
11
Turn slight right onto US 202; MA 10
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Avenue
12
Merge onto US 202; MA 10
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Elm Street
13
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
14
Turn left onto Friendlys Way
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
Friendlys Way
15
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
this road
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
17
Merge onto I 90
65 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 106
Toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth New Hampshire
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth NH
Use the slight left lane.
21
Merge onto I 495
30 mi
·
34 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 88
Toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
23
Turn right onto MA 110
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Chelmsford Street
24
Turn sharp left onto MA 3A
458 ft
·
10 sec
·
Westford Street
25
Turn right onto Grand Street
448 ft
·
23 sec
·
Grand Street
26
At end of road, turn left onto Middlesex Street
383 ft
·
18 sec
·
Middlesex Street
27
Turn sharp right onto Arch Street
15 ft
·
5 sec
·
Arch Street
28
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 1-day, 2-hour and 39-minute trip, you have the flexibility to depart at a time that suits you best, though an early start can help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the Boston metropolitan area. With only one suggested stop, you can plan for a brief break on the Massachusetts Turnpike to refuel or stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $20 for the 122.6 miles. A practical tip for this route is to monitor real-time traffic conditions on I-495 as you approach Lowell, as congestion can sometimes impact travel times.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.3 miles from Otis, MA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.3 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 27 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.3 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Lowell, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Otis, 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 Otis, MA
This is one driving day of about 122.6 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Otis, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 65.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.3 mi from Otis, MA · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.3 miles from Otis, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Massachusetts Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.3 miles.
Arriving in City of Lowell, MA
The final approach into City of Lowell, 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 City of Lowell, 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
$19.62 one way
$39.24 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $21.40 | $42.79 |
| premium | $4.82 | $23.28 | $46.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.07 | $54.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.92
Massachusetts Turnpike
(65.3 mi)
$3.92
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
$20
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
| Efficient EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.73 | $4.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49 | 0 | $17.16 | $7.85 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
City of Lowell, MA
Evening in City of Lowell on Wednesday
Local time
8:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Wales, MA
61 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
13 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
2h 39m 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 Otis, MA to City of Lowell, MA covers 122.6 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Massachusetts Turnpike, I 495, US 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.3 miles from Otis, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.62 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 122.6 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 87.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Otis, MA and City of Lowell, MA, road signs point toward Taunton, Portsmouth New Hampshire and Portsmouth.
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