Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
23.8 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
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
Edgeworth, MA
Nay Sa Muel
Lowell to Edgeworth is 23.8 miles and takes about 34 minutes via US 3, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward trip entirely within Massachusetts, making it ideal for a quick local excursion. You'll primarily be on major roadways, so expect a generally efficient drive with minimal fuss. Given its brevity, this route is perfect for a spontaneous outing or as a segment of a larger regional exploration in the Northeast. It's designed for convenience, getting you from point A to point B without significant detours.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 3 | 10.7 mi | 13m |
| South Border Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Lowell Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Cambridge Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| Cambridge Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Fellsway West | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Church Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Yankee Division Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 55 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~6,189 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~229 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
27×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 48 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Lowell, MA and Edgeworth, 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
Continue on Lowell Connector
Merge onto US 3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 3
Merge onto I 95; US 3; MA 128
Take the exit onto US 3
Merge onto US 3
Continue on US 3
Continue on US 3
Turn left onto Church Street
Enter roundabout onto Mount Vernon Street
Continue on Mount Vernon Street
Continue on Mount Vernon Street
Continue on South Border Road
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
Continue on MA 28
Turn left onto Medford Street
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.3 and 21.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork onto US 3 toward I 95 North, US 3 South: Boston, Peabody
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 3 toward US 3 South: Winchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 3 / Cambridge Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto MA 28 / Fellsway West toward MA 28 South: Fellsway West, Malden
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$3.73 one way
$7.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $4.15 | $8.31 |
| premium | $4.79 | $4.49 | $8.97 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $4.49 | $8.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
3:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Partly Sunny
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 5 at 2:08PM EDT until July 7 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Destination
Late night in Edgeworth on Sunday
Local time
3:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 5 at 2:08PM EDT until July 7 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
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.
This is a mixed drive, with about 45% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 3, the Lowell Connector, and South Border Road. The longest continuous segment you'll experience is 10.7 miles on US 3, offering a chance for consistent speed. As you transition between these roads, you'll notice the character of the drive changing, moving from more direct highway travel to potentially more varied road conditions closer to your destination. It's a practical route, prioritizing directness over scenic byways.
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 12.3 miles in near US 3.
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 18 decision points packed into just 23.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 34m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.3 miles (US 3): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.6 miles (US 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.8 miles (US 3 / Cambridge Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
267 ft
Total Descent
373 ft
Highest Point
206 ft
~8.5 mi in
Elevation Range
196 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lowell, MA and Edgeworth, MA, road signs point toward Peabody and Malden.
Peabody
Malden
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Lexington, MA
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 06:00-18:00; Sa-Su 07:00-18:00
Visit websiteCafe
Near the end, short detour
Arlington, MA
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Sa 05:00-20:30; Su 05:00-19:00
Visit websiteCafe
Near the end, short detour
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Lexington, MA
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Hours: Mo-Fr 05:00-17:00; Sa 05:00-15:00; Su 05...
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Medford, MA
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-We 06:30-26:00; Th-Fr 06:30-27:00; Sa...
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Medford, MA
Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 03:00-23:00; Sa-Su 03:00-22:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Burlington, MA
Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 05:30-19:00; Sa 05:30-18:00; Su 06...
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Malden, MA
Cuisine: american;sandwich;pasta;burger
Hours: Mo-Th 11:30-24:00; Fr-Sa 11:30-25:00; Su...
Visit websiteRestaurant
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Cuisine: fondue
Restaurant
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Viewpoint
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Attraction
Early in the drive, short detour
Attraction
Later in the drive, short detour
Attraction
Later in the drive, short detour
District
Later in the drive, right off the route
District
Later in the drive, right off the route
Ruins
Early in the drive, right off the route
District
Later in the drive, right off the route
District
Near the start, right off the route
Archaeological_site
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hotel
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Bedford, MA
Visit websiteHotel
Near the end, short detour
Medford, MA
Visit websitePoints of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Founded 1653
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.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 23.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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