Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lowell, MA
Phil Evenden
Cordaville, MA
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If you are planning to travel from Lowell to Cordaville, you are looking at a straightforward 36.2-mile trip that typically takes about 47 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to complete without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $6 for fuel, making it a very economical drive within the Northeast region. Because the journey is entirely contained within Massachusetts, you will find the navigation familiar and predictable. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick local trip, this highway-focused drive offers a reliable way to connect the two areas.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 29.2 mi | 33m |
| Turnpike Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Cordaville Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Lowell Connector | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Chelmsford Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Plain Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hale Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southville Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lowell, MA and Cordaville, MA.
Start on Hale Street
Turn right onto Cambridge Street
Turn left onto MA 110
Turn left onto Plain Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto Lowell Connector
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Merge onto MA 9
Take the exit
Turn straight onto MA 85
Turn right onto Southville Road
Turn right onto Cordaville Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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.
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Lowell, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 32 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 495 South, US 3 North: Worcester, Nashua New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 South: Worcester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 South: Marlboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MA 9 East: Framingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$5.79 one way
$11.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $6.32 | $12.64 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.87 | $13.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.14
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Lowell on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Sunny
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 2:33AM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Destination
Late night in Cordaville on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Sunny
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 2:33AM EDT by NWS Albany NY
63°F
Hudson, MA
18 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a drive defined by efficiency, as 86% of your travel time will be spent on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your journey—29.2 miles—on I-495, which serves as the primary artery for this trip. After transitioning away from the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you navigate Turnpike Road and Cordaville Road. This sequence creates a transition from high-speed travel to a more localized driving experience. You will find that the lack of planned stops keeps the momentum consistent from start to finish.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Turnpike Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 36.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
673 ft
Total Descent
538 ft
Highest Point
459 ft
~31.7 mi in
Elevation Range
342 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lowell, MA to Cordaville, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Nashua New Hampshire along the way.
Nashua New Hampshire
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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