Origin
Lowell, MA
Late night in Lowell on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lowell, MA to Hopedale, MA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
44.8 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lowell, MA
Phil Evenden
Hopedale, MA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Lowell to Hopedale covers a compact 44.8-mile distance that typically takes about 56 minutes. Because this is a short journey entirely within the Northeast region of Massachusetts, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip. You won't need to worry about overnight logistics, and the modest fuel cost of approximately $7 makes it an economical route. Since this drive is exclusively local, you avoid the high-speed monotony of major interstates. It is a practical choice for those who prefer staying on surface streets while navigating between these two Massachusetts hubs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 38.1 mi | 43m |
| East Main Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Cedar Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Lowell Connector | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Chelmsford Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Adin Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Plain Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Dutcher Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 38.1 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lowell, MA and Hopedale, MA.
1
Start on Hale Street
486 ft
·
14 sec
·
Hale Street
2
Turn right onto Cambridge Street
314 ft
·
16 sec
·
Cambridge Street
3
Turn left onto MA 110
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Chelmsford Street
4
Turn left onto Plain Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Plain Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
6
Merge onto Lowell Connector
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lowell Connector
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 2B-A
Toward I 495 South, US 3 North: Worcester, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 2A
Toward I 495 South: Worcester
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 495 South: Marlboro
10
Merge onto I 495
38 mi
·
43 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 50
Toward MA 85: Milford, Hopkinton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
373 ft
·
10 sec
Toward MA 85 South: Milford, Uxbridge
13
Turn straight onto MA 85
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Cedar Street
Use the straight lane.
14
At end of road, turn right onto MA 16
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
15
Turn right onto Adin Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Adin Street
16
Turn right onto Dutcher Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Dutcher Street
17
Turn left onto Hope Street
369 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hope Street
18
Turn right onto Hopedale Street
259 ft
·
11 sec
·
Hopedale Street
19
Arrive at destination
Hopedale Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.4 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 41.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2B-A
Toward I 495 South, US 3 North: Worcester, Nash...
8
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 South: Worcester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2A
Toward I 495 South: Worcester
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 South: Marlboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 495 South: Marlboro
8
40.9 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward MA 85: Milford, Hopkinton
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 50
Toward MA 85: Milford, Hopkinton
7
41.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 85 South: Milford, Uxbridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MA 85 South: Milford, Uxbridge
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.17 one way
$14.34 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.82 | $15.64 |
| premium | $4.82 | $8.51 | $17.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.89 | $19.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.27 | $2.87 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hopedale, MA
Late night in Hopedale on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
56m 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 rather than a fast-paced highway sprint. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, relying instead on local arteries like Cambridge Street, Chelmsford Street, and Plain Street to navigate the distance. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches, your focus will remain on maneuvering through local intersections and changing road conditions. This route offers a consistent, hands-on driving experience that requires more attention than a standard interstate cruise. Be prepared for a steady pace as you transition through the various local segments that connect these two points.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.1 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and East Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 17 decision points packed into just 44.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
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.
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 Lowell, MA and Hopedale, MA, road signs point toward Hopkinton and Uxbridge.
Hopkinton
40.9 mi in
|
~48m
Uxbridge
41.2 mi in
|
~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 44.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.1 miles on I 495. 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 Hopedale, 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 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hopedale, 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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