Origin
Hyannis, MA
Morning in Hyannis on Sunday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hyannis, 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 17m
Distance
98.4 mi
158 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hyannis, MA
David Kanigan
City of Lowell, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
This 98.4-mile journey from Hyannis, MA to the City of Lowell, MA is best tackled as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 17 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via Pilgrims Highway, Mid Cape Highway, and US 3, with about 27% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $16. As both your origin and destination are in the Northeast region, you'll remain within familiar territory throughout this trip. This route offers a practical way to cover ground between these two Massachusetts locations without requiring an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.2 miles from Hyannis, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Highway | 42.3 mi | 53m |
| Mid Cape Highway | 13.1 mi | 17m |
| US 3 | 10.9 mi | 13m |
| MA 3 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| John F. Fitzgerald Expressway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 93 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Iyannough Road | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Cambridge Road | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pilgrims Highway
— 42.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hyannis, MA and City of Lowell, MA.
1
Start on this road
167 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Ocean Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Ocean Street
3
Turn sharp left onto Old Colony Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Old Colony Road
4
Turn slight left onto Center Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Center Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto Barnstable Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Barnstable Road
6
Enter roundabout onto MA 132
456 ft
·
8 sec
·
Iyannough Road
7
Continue on MA 132
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Iyannough Road
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 6 West: Boston, Providence, RI
9
Merge onto US 6
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Mid Cape Highway
10
Continue on US 6
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Sagamore Bridge
11
Continue on US 6
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Pilgrim Highway
12
Continue on MA 3
42 mi
·
53 min
·
Pilgrims Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on MA 3
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
MA 3
Exit 43B
Toward I 93 North: Boston
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 93; US 1; MA 3
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
John F. Fitzgerald Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 93
Toward I 93 North: Concord NH
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 22
Toward MA 16 West: Mystic Valley Parkway, Arlington
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on MA 16
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Mystic Valley Parkway
18
Turn right onto MA 38
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Winthrop Street
Use the right lane.
19
Enter roundabout onto Winthrop Street
117 ft
·
2 sec
·
Winthrop Street
20
Continue on Winthrop Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Winthrop Street
21
Continue on MA 38
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Main Street
22
Enter roundabout onto Bacon Street
94 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bacon Street
23
Continue on Bacon Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bacon Street
24
Turn left onto Church Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Church Street
25
Turn right onto US 3
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Cambridge Street
26
Continue on US 3
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cambridge Road
27
Continue on US 3
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
Cambridge Street
28
Take the exit onto US 3
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 3
Toward I 95 South, US 3 North: Waltham, Lowell
29
Merge onto I 95; US 3; MA 128
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Take the exit onto US 3
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 3
Exit 50B-A
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Keep slight left at fork onto US 3
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 3
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
32
Keep slight right at fork onto US 3
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
US 3
Exit 50A
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
33
Keep slight left at fork onto US 3
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 81B-C
Toward MA 110, I 495 South: Chelmsford, Marlboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward MA 110: Lowell, Chelmsford
36
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 81C
Toward MA 110: Lowell, Chelmsford
37
Turn right onto MA 110
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Chelmsford Street
38
Turn sharp left onto MA 3A
458 ft
·
10 sec
·
Westford Street
39
Turn right onto Grand Street
448 ft
·
23 sec
·
Grand Street
40
At end of road, turn left onto Middlesex Street
383 ft
·
18 sec
·
Middlesex Street
41
Turn sharp right onto Arch Street
15 ft
·
5 sec
·
Arch Street
42
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
43
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 98.4-mile distance and 2h 17m duration, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day. You can depart Hyannis at your leisure, but aim to leave mid-morning to avoid the heaviest local traffic. With no specific stops recommended, you have the flexibility to pause for fuel or a quick break when needed, keeping the estimated $16 fuel cost in mind. A practical tip for this route is to stay attentive when transitioning onto US 3, as this section can see considerable traffic, especially closer to Lowell.
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 49.2 miles from Hyannis, MA, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.3 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 22 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.2 miles or 1h 7m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Lowell, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hyannis, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Hyannis, MA
This is one driving day of about 98.4 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Hyannis, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pilgrims Highway for about 42.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 49.2 miles from Hyannis, 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 315 decision points cluster between mile 72.2 and 96.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
72.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
I 93
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord NH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Concord NH
8
75.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward MA 16 West: Mystic Valley Parkway, Arlington
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 22
Toward MA 16 West: Mystic Valley Parkway, Arlin...
8
84.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
US 3
Take the exit onto US 3 toward US 3 North: Lowell, Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 50B-A
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Middlesex Turnpike,...
8
95.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward MA 110, I 495 South: Chelmsford, Marlboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 81B-C
Toward MA 110, I 495 South: Chelmsford, Marlbor...
8
96.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 110: Lowell, Chelmsford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 81C
Toward MA 110: Lowell, Chelmsford
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.75 one way
$31.50 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $17.17 | $34.35 |
| premium | $4.82 | $18.68 | $37.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.73 | $43.45 |
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: 34.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.33 | $4.72 |
| Efficient EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.61 | $3.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.78 | $6.30 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (65% 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
6:35 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
5 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 17m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 98.4-mile trip. While 27% of the route utilizes highways, the majority involves navigating local roads and junctions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.3 miles on Pilgrims Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you re-enter more varied road conditions. The character of the drive shifts as you progress, moving from potentially coastal-influenced roads to more inland routes as you approach Lowell.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.3 mi on Pilgrims Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 72.2 miles in near I 93.
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 31 significant decision points across 98.4 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 72.2 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.7 miles (US 3): 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 Hyannis, MA and City of Lowell, MA, road signs point toward Arlington, Lowell, Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington and Nashua New Hampshire.
Arlington
75.3 mi in
|
~1h 43m
Lowell
83.4 mi in
|
~1h 55m
|
via US 3
Middlesex Turnpike
84.7 mi in
|
~1h 58m
|
via US 3
Burlington
84.7 mi in
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~1h 58m
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via US 3
Nashua New Hampshire
84.7 mi in
|
~1h 58m
|
via US 3
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 98.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.3 miles on Pilgrims Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 72.2 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.7 miles (US 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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