Origin
Westfield, MA
Evening in Westfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westfield, MA to Lowell, MA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
102.6 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
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6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westfield, MA
GMB VISUALS
Lowell, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
This 102.6-mile drive from Westfield, MA to Lowell, MA is a straightforward, single-day adventure spanning about 1 hour and 38 minutes. With no highway driving, expect a local feel throughout the journey. At an estimated fuel cost of $16, this trip is quite economical for a day out. The route is entirely within the Northeast region, offering a consistent New England landscape. Given its relatively short duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
51.3 miles from Westfield, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of local streets rather than open highways. With 0% highway share, you'll be immersed in the local environment for the entire 102.6 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the profile suggests frequent turns and changes in direction. Be prepared for a more engaged driving experience as you make your way through towns and local areas.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Franklin 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 Westfield, MA to Lowell, MA is easy. At 1h 38m 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 Westfield, MA to Lowell, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Maple Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Orange Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Elm Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Union Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Elm Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Friendlys Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Massachusetts Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Franklin Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westfield, MA and Lowell, MA.
1
Start on the route
164 ft
·
18 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Franklin Street
105 ft
·
8 sec
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Franklin Street
3
Turn left onto Maple Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Maple Street
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto Orange Street
279 ft
·
15 sec
·
Orange Street
5
Turn left onto Elm Street
344 ft
·
12 sec
·
Elm Street
6
Turn slight right onto Union Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Avenue
7
Merge slight left onto North Elm Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Elm Street
8
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
9
Turn left onto Friendlys Way
354 ft
·
12 sec
·
Friendlys Way
10
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
11
Keep slight right
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
12
Merge slight left onto Massachusetts Turnpike
65 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth New Hampshire
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
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I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth New Hampshire
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth NH
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth NH
16
Merge slight left
30 mi
·
34 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
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MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
18
Turn right onto Chelmsford Street
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Chelmsford Street
19
Turn right onto Cambridge Street
315 ft
·
15 sec
·
Cambridge Street
20
Turn left onto Hale Street
486 ft
·
13 sec
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Hale Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 1-hour and 38-minute drive, consider departing mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and allow for a relaxed start. Since the route is only 102.6 miles and has no designated highway stretches, you won't need extensive rest stops, but taking a short break when you feel like it is easy to do. The estimated fuel cost of $16 makes this a budget-friendly trip, so no need to overthink fueling. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to your GPS as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent navigation adjustments are key to staying on track.
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 51.3 miles from Westfield, MA, or about 49m 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 80 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.3 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lowell, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Westfield, 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 Westfield, MA
This is one driving day of about 102.6 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Westfield, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.3 mi from Westfield, MA · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.3 miles from Westfield, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lowell, MA
The final approach into 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 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
$16.42 one way
$32.84 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $17.91 | $35.81 |
| premium | $4.82 | $19.48 | $38.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.65 | $45.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
| Efficient EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.98 | $4.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41 | 0 | $14.36 | $6.57 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Lowell, MA
Evening in Lowell on Tuesday
Local time
8:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
51 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 38m 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 Westfield, MA to Lowell, MA covers 102.6 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Franklin Street, Maple Street, Orange Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.3 miles from Westfield, MA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.42 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 Westfield, MA to Lowell, MA is easy. At 1h 38m 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 Westfield, MA to Lowell, MA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Westfield, MA to Lowell, MA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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