Road Trips from City of Lowell, MA
Lowell is your launchpad for a range of day trips. You've got options for quick hops, under an hour, perfect for a morning out, and longer hauls that get you further afield. Many routes include access to national historical parks, so history buffs will find plenty to explore. Whether you're looking for a short drive with a high score or a longer cruise, there's a path ready for you.
Total Routes
7
Shortest
0.4h
With Parks Nearby
7
Under 2 hours
6 total in this range
Plympton, MA
1h 36m73.5 mi one way
This 73.5-mile drive to Plympton, MA takes about 1.6 hours and scores a 9 for its mixed highway and surface road profile. It offers access to historical parks, making it a solid choice if you're looking for a balance of driving and exploration, longer than the Raynham Center option but shorter than Forestdale.
Onset, MA
1h 47m82.7 mi one way
At 82.7 miles and 1.8 hours, this trip to Onset, MA is one of the longer options, but still manageable as a day trip with a drive score of 9. Like many Lowell departures, it includes national historical parks for your itinerary. It's a good pick if you want more driving time than Plympton but aren't ready for the 2-hour trek to Forestdale.
Raynham Center, MA
1h 20m59.8 mi one way
This is your shortest option at 59.8 miles, taking only 1.3 hours with a drive score of 8. The profile is mostly surface roads, which can be a more relaxed drive than highway-heavy routes. It's a convenient choice if you want to maximize your time at your destination, offering more driving than Pinehurst but less than Plympton.
Winnmere, MA
24m16.5 mi one way
For a quick escape, Winnmere, MA is just 16.5 miles and 0.4 hours away. This route is mostly highway, making it a fast connection. It has a drive score of 8 and includes Boston National Historical Park, a different historical park option than those further west, and it's a much shorter drive than any of the southern MA destinations.
Marshfield Hills, MA
1h 24m58.2 mi one way
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Forestdale, MA
2h 1m88 mi one way
Plympton, MA
1h 36m73.5 mi one way
Onset, MA
1h 47m82.7 mi one way
Raynham Center, MA
1h 20m59.8 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With multiple routes featuring national historical parks, spring offers a great chance to explore these sites before the summer heat.
Summer
The longer drives, like to Forestdale or Onset, are well-suited for summer day trips, especially with the included park options.
Fall
Routes with mostly surface roads, such as to Raynham Center or Pinehurst, could be scenic in the fall, offering a more leisurely drive.
Winter
The mostly highway routes to Winnmere or West Stockbridge are efficient for winter travel, minimizing time on the road.
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