Origin
Somerset, MA
Late night in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somerset, 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
1h 41m
Distance
74.5 mi
120 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somerset, MA
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City of Lowell, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
This 74.5-mile drive from Somerset, MA, to the City of Lowell, MA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes. The route is a mix of highway and local roads, with about 44% of the journey on highways, making it a varied experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Northeast region. This drive offers a straightforward path for those looking to travel between these two Massachusetts locations without the need for an overnight stay, allowing for a flexible schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.3 miles from Somerset, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Amvets Highway | 25.1 mi | 29m |
| I 95 | 22.5 mi | 30m |
| US 3 | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| County Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Yankee Division Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Chelmsford Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Somerset Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Amvets Highway
— 25.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somerset, MA and City of Lowell, MA.
1
Start on Billy's Lane
201 ft
·
15 sec
·
Billy's Lane
2
Turn left onto High Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
High Street
3
Continue on Pleasant Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pleasant Street
4
Turn left onto North Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Street
5
Turn right onto MA 138
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
County Street
6
Continue on MA 138
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Somerset Avenue
7
Turn right onto Center Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street
8
Continue on Elm Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
9
Continue on Bay View Avenue
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Bay View Avenue
10
Continue on South Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
11
Turn slight right onto Porter Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Porter Street
12
Continue on Padelford Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Padelford Street
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward MA 24 North: Boston
14
Merge onto MA 24
25 mi
·
29 min
·
Amvets Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 41B
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 93; US 1
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Yankee Division Highway
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 1
Exit 1B
Toward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 95
23 mi
·
30 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 50A-B
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 50A
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
this road
Exit 50A
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
22
Continue on US 3
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
US 3
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 3
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
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.
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward MA 110: Lowell, Chelmsford
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 81C
Toward MA 110: Lowell, Chelmsford
27
Turn right onto MA 110
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Chelmsford Street
28
Turn sharp left onto MA 3A
458 ft
·
10 sec
·
Westford Street
29
Turn right onto Grand Street
448 ft
·
23 sec
·
Grand Street
30
At end of road, turn left onto Middlesex Street
383 ft
·
18 sec
·
Middlesex Street
31
Turn sharp right onto Arch Street
15 ft
·
5 sec
·
Arch Street
32
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
33
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 41-minute drive, consider departing outside of peak commute times to maximize your time and minimize traffic. Since it's a relatively short trip of 74.5 miles, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. There are no specific stops noted, so you can plan your own breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $12, it's a good idea to start with a full tank. A practical tip is to be aware of the transitions between Amvets Highway and the interstate segments, as these can sometimes involve more complex interchanges.
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 37.3 miles from Somerset, MA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.1 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.3 miles or 50m 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 25m
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 Somerset, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Somerset, MA
This is one driving day of about 74.5 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Somerset, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Amvets Highway for about 25.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.3 miles from Somerset, 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 235 decision points cluster between mile 34.5 and 71.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
34.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 93 South, US 1 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 41B
Toward I 93 South, US 1 South
9
37.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 toward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmouth New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward I 95 North, US 1 South: Dedham, Portsmou...
8
60.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit 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 50A-B
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Middlesex Turnpike,...
9
60.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 50A
Toward US 3 North: Lowell, Nashua New Hampshire
8
71.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.92 one way
$23.85 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $13.00 | $26.00 |
| premium | $4.82 | $14.15 | $28.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.45 | $32.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.82 | $3.58 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.43 | $4.77 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Late night in City of Lowell on Sunday
Local time
12:51 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
2 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 41m 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...
1 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 74.5
View on nps.gov
Minute Man National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 59.1
View on nps.gov
Adams National Historical Park
National Historical Park
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned wome...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
$15
near mile 36
View on nps.gov
Boston National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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.
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 46.3
View on nps.gov
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
. . . 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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 36
View on nps.gov
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 5.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive from Somerset to Lowell presents a mixed driving profile. You'll spend some time on major highways like I-95 and US 3, interspersed with stretches on Amvets Highway. With 44% of the route on highways, expect periods of faster travel, but also transitions to more local road conditions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.1 miles on Amvets Highway, offering a consistent pace before you navigate other segments. This blend means you'll experience both efficient travel and more community-focused driving.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.1 mi on Amvets Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 34.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.5 miles you will encounter 23 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 34.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.6 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
237 ft
31 ft
Total Climb
411 ft
Total Descent
347 ft
Highest Point
237 ft
~42.6 mi in
Elevation Range
206 ft
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 Somerset, MA and City of Lowell, MA, road signs point toward Portsmouth New Hampshire, Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington and Nashua New Hampshire.
Portsmouth New Hampshire
37.6 mi in
|
~50m
|
via US 1
Middlesex Turnpike
60.8 mi in
|
~1h 22m
Burlington
60.8 mi in
|
~1h 22m
Nashua New Hampshire
60.8 mi in
|
~1h 22m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 74.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). 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 25.1 miles on Amvets 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.
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 34.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.6 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Lowell National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Adams National Historical Park (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 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, 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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