Deerfield to Lowell is 78.8 miles and takes about 1h 58m via Mohawk Trail and Concord Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Massachusetts, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a mix of highway driving and surface roads, so keep an eye on your navigation as the route transitions. It's a manageable drive, perfect for a single day trip when you want to cover ground without an overnight commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.4 miles from Deerfield, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Mohawk Trail
38.5 mi
53m
Concord Turnpike
12.3 mi
16m
I 495
10.2 mi
11m
Chelmsford Street
2.6 mi
4m
Millers Falls Road
2.4 mi
5m
West Main Street
2.2 mi
4m
Greenfield Road
1.9 mi
2m
State Road
1.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Mohawk Trail
— 38.5 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deerfield, MA and Lowell, MA.
1
Start on this road
150 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Albany Road
63 ft·2 sec·Albany Road
3
Turn right onto Old Main Street
263 ft·12 sec·Old Main Street
4
Turn left onto Memorial Street
0.2 mi·42 sec·Memorial Street
5
Turn left onto US 5; MA 10
1.9 mi·2 min·Greenfield Road
6
Continue on US 5; MA 10
375 ft·7 sec·Deerfield Street
7
Turn right onto Cheapside Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Cheapside Street
8
Continue on Montague City Road
1.4 mi·3 min·Montague City Road
9
Turn right onto Turnpike Road
1.8 mi·4 min·Turnpike Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto Millers Falls Road
2.4 mi·5 min·Millers Falls Road
11
Continue on West Main Street
0.2 mi·41 sec·West Main Street
12
Turn left onto MA 63
0.2 mi·17 sec·Bridge Street
13
Continue on MA 63
0.2 mi·19 sec·Lester Street
14
Turn right onto Prospect Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Prospect Street
15
Continue on MA 2
2.4 mi·3 min·Mohawk Trail
16
Continue on MA 2
1.9 mi·3 min·State Road
17
Continue on MA 2
0.8 mi·1 min·Public Works Boulevard
18
Continue on MA 2
2.0 mi·3 min·West Main Street
19
Continue on MA 2
36 mi·50 min·Mohawk Trail
20
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 2
12 mi·16 min·Concord Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Exit 113BToward I 495 North: LowellUse the right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
23
Merge onto I 495
10 mi·11 min·I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Exit 88Toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
25
Turn right onto MA 110
2.6 mi·4 min·Chelmsford Street
26
Turn right onto Cambridge Street
314 ft·14 sec·Cambridge Street
27
Turn left onto Hale Street
486 ft·13 sec·Hale Street
28
Arrive at destination
Hale Street
Trip Plan
Since this drive is under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Aim to leave in the morning to make the most of your day, but a midday departure is also feasible. With only 78.8 miles, you likely won't need to plan for extensive rest stops, but a quick break around the halfway point might be welcome. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before heading onto the Mohawk Trail, as services can be more spread out on those stretches.
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 39.4 miles from Deerfield, MA, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.5 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 17 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.4 miles or 1h 4m 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 42m
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 Deerfield, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Deerfield, MA
This is one driving day of about 78.8 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Deerfield, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Mohawk Trail for about 38.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First break
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
$10 to $20
Wendell, Massachusetts
Hours: 6 pm–12 am
+19785442739
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 52.6 and 75.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
52.6 mi into trip|~1h 22m in|MA 2 / Concord Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 2 / Concord Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
65 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Lowell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 113B
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
6
65.4 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
5
65.6 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
75.8 mi into trip|~1h 52m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.61 one way
$25.22 round trip
$4.07/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.43
$13.75
$27.51
premium
$4.82
$14.96
$29.93
diesel
$5.61
$17.40
$34.80
Estimated Tolls: $0.99
Concord Turnpike
(12.3 mi)$0.86
Turnpike Road
(1.8 mi)$0.13
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
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.6
0
$8.27
$3.78
Efficient EV
19.7
0
$6.90
$3.15
EV Truck/SUV
31.5
0
$11.03
$5.04
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026
Origin
Deerfield, MA
Morning
in Deerfield on Tuesday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lowell, MA
Morning
in Lowell on Tuesday
Local time
9:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
3 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 58m 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...
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 70.6
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...
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 76.1
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...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
near mile 78.8
. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach o...
29 mi from route
~73 min detour
Free
near mile 76.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
About 31% of this route is highway. You'll experience the longest continuous stretch of 38.5 miles on the Mohawk Trail. The profile is mixed highway and surface roads, meaning you'll transition between faster-paced driving and more local streets. Be prepared for a varying number of exits and potential for merging traffic as you change road types.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.5 mi on Mohawk Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 52.6 miles in near MA 2 / Concord Turnpike.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.8 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 52.6 miles (MA 2 / Concord Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Deerfield, MA to Lowell, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Lawrence along the way.
Lowell is a city in Massachusetts about 40 minutes northwest of Boston. With over 115,000 residents (2020), it's the fifth largest city in Massachusetts, and has an important historical background. It was the first planned industrial city in the United States.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 78.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.5 miles on Mohawk Trail. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.99 in tolls one way, starting with Concord 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.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Lowell, MA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 52.6 miles (MA 2 / Concord Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Lowell National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and New England National Scenic Trail (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 Lowell, MA before heading back.
