Origin
Agawam, MA
Morning in Agawam on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Agawam, MA to City of Lowell, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
99.4 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Agawam, MA
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City of Lowell, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
This 99.4-mile journey from Agawam to the City of Lowell, Massachusetts, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes. It's a largely highway-focused drive, with 91% of the route utilizing major interstates and turnpikes. You can expect a fuel cost of around $16 for this trip. Given the relatively short duration and straightforward route, it's an ideal day trip without the need for an overnight stay. The drive stays within the Northeast region, specifically within Massachusetts, making it a convenient local excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Agawam, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Turnpike | 54.5 mi | 1h 2m |
| I 495 | 30.1 mi | 34m |
| US 20 | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Chelmsford Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| River Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North End Bridge | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Massachusetts Turnpike
— 54.5 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Agawam, MA and City of Lowell, MA.
1
Start on School Street
103 ft
·
7 sec
·
School Street
2
Turn right onto MA 159
1.7 mi
·
3 min
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Main Street
3
Turn right onto MA 147
528 ft
·
15 sec
·
Suffield Street
4
Turn left onto River Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
5
Turn right onto Park Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Park Street
6
Continue on Park Avenue
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Park Avenue
7
Enter roundabout onto US 20
212 ft
·
3 sec
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North End Bridge
8
Continue on US 20
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
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North End Bridge
9
Continue on US 20
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
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West Street
10
Continue on US 20
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Plainfield Street
11
Turn slight right onto US 20
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
US 20
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
US 20
Toward I 291 East, US 20 East
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 7
Toward I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 East Toll: Worcester, Boston
15
Merge onto I 90
55 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
Massachusetts Turnpike
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 106
Toward I 495: Portsmouth New Hampshire, Taunton
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth New Hampshire
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Portsmouth NH
Use the slight left lane.
19
Merge onto I 495
30 mi
·
34 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 88
Toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
21
Turn right onto MA 110
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Chelmsford Street
22
Turn sharp left onto MA 3A
458 ft
·
10 sec
·
Westford Street
23
Turn right onto Grand Street
448 ft
·
23 sec
·
Grand Street
24
At end of road, turn left onto Middlesex Street
383 ft
·
18 sec
·
Middlesex Street
25
Turn sharp right onto Arch Street
15 ft
·
5 sec
·
Arch Street
26
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 99.4-mile drive, departing Agawam, MA, early in the morning or later in the evening can help you avoid the heaviest traffic, especially on the Massachusetts Turnpike. With a $16 estimated fuel cost, it's a budget-friendly trip. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps at service areas along the turnpike. A specific tip: be mindful of the transition from the Massachusetts Turnpike onto I-495, as this is a common area for traffic to consolidate.
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 49.7 miles from Agawam, MA, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.5 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 22 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 1h 1m 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 39m
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 Agawam, 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 Agawam, MA
This is one driving day of about 99.4 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Agawam, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Massachusetts Turnpike for about 54.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.7 miles from Agawam, MA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 4 and 65.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20 toward I 291 East, US 20 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 291 East, US 20 East
6
9.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward I 90 Toll: Boston, Albany
8
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m 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
64.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m 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
65.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.91 one way
$31.82 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $17.35 | $34.70 |
| premium | $4.82 | $18.87 | $37.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.27
Massachusetts Turnpike
(54.5 mi)
$3.27
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
$16
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.44 | $4.77 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.70 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.92 | $6.36 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Morning in City of Lowell on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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 3m 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.
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
near mile 99.4
View on nps.gov
New England National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
From the Sound to the summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 13.7
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 92.5
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.
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 95.9
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...
24 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 99.4
View on nps.gov
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
Free
near mile 61.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 99.4-mile trip, as 91% of the route is on major roads like the Massachusetts Turnpike and I-495. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 54.5 miles on the Massachusetts Turnpike, offering a sustained period of steady driving. While primarily interstate, US-20 will also feature, potentially offering a slight change of pace before returning to highway speeds. This route is best characterized by its efficiency and directness rather than winding scenic byways.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.5 mi on Massachusetts Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 4 miles in near US 20.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 99.4 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 4 miles (US 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Agawam, MA and City of Lowell, MA, road signs point toward Albany, Boston, Taunton, Portsmouth New Hampshire and Portsmouth.
Albany
9.4 mi in
|
~14m
Boston
9.6 mi in
|
~14m
Taunton
64.7 mi in
|
~1h 19m
Portsmouth New Hampshire
64.9 mi in
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~1h 19m
Portsmouth
65.1 mi in
|
~1h 20m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 99.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.5 miles on Massachusetts Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.27 in tolls one way, starting with Massachusetts Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at City of Lowell, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles (US 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Lowell National Historical Park, New England National Scenic Trail and Minute Man National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Lowell, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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