Origin
Ware, MA
Late night in Ware on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ware, MA to 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 42m
Distance
65.5 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ware, MA
Aleksander Dumała
Lowell, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
This 65.5-mile drive from Ware to Lowell, Massachusetts, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 42 minutes. Designed as a single-day excursion, it keeps you within the Northeast region, traversing familiar New England terrain. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, this route is budget-friendly for a short getaway. The journey is primarily on major highways, making for efficient travel. It's a practical option if you're looking for a direct connection between these two Massachusetts towns without extensive planning or overnight stays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.7 miles from Ware, MA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Turnpike | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| I 495 | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| I 190 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 7.5 mi | 13m |
| Old Turnpike Road | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Lower Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Chelmsford Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Manning Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Concord Turnpike
— 11.1 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ware, MA and Lowell, MA.
1
Start on MA 9; MA 32
28 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto Church Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
3
Continue on Upper Church Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Upper Church Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto MA 32
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Gilbertville Road
5
Continue on MA 32
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Ware Road
6
Continue on MA 32
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
7
Turn slight right onto MA 32
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Church Street
8
Continue on MA 32
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Lower Road
9
Turn right onto Red Bridge Road
203 ft
·
4 sec
·
Red Bridge Road
10
Continue on Hardwick Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hardwick Road
11
Continue on Ravine Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Ravine Road
12
Continue on Old Turnpike Road
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Old Turnpike Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto MA 122
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Worcester Road
14
Continue on MA 122
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Barre Paxton Road
15
Continue on MA 122
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Barre Paxton Road
16
Turn left onto MA 122A
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Main Street
17
Turn left onto Mount Pleasant Avenue
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Mount Pleasant Avenue
18
Continue on Quinapoxet Street
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Quinapoxet Street
19
At end of road, turn left onto MA 31
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Wachusett Street
20
Turn right onto Manning Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Manning Street
21
Continue on Laurel Street
443 ft
·
10 sec
·
Laurel Street
22
Turn left onto Raymond Huntington Highway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Raymond Huntington Highway
23
Continue on Legg Road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Legg Road
24
Turn right onto MA 140
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Redemption Rock Trail
25
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
26
Merge onto I 190
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
I 190
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 19B
Toward MA 2 East: Boston
28
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward MA 2 East: Boston
29
Merge onto Leominster Connector
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Leominster Connector
30
Merge onto MA 2
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Concord Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 113B
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
Use the right lane.
32
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
33
Merge onto I 495
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 88
Toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
35
Turn right onto MA 110
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Chelmsford Street
36
Turn right onto Cambridge Street
314 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cambridge Street
37
Turn left onto Hale Street
486 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hale Street
38
Arrive at destination
Hale Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 42 minutes, this trip from Ware to Lowell offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, perhaps aiming to avoid peak traffic times on the Concord Turnpike, which has your longest stretch. With only 65.5 miles and a fuel cost of around $10, you won't need frequent stops. Plan for one brief break if desired, but the drive is manageable in a single go. Keep an eye on road conditions, especially if traveling during inclement weather, as highway travel can be affected.
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 32.7 miles from Ware, MA, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.1 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 14 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.7 miles or 58m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lowell, MA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Ware, MA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ware, MA
This is one driving day of about 65.5 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Ware, MA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Concord Turnpike for about 11.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Ware, 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 215 decision points cluster between mile 39.9 and 62.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
39.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward MA 2 East: Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 19B
Toward MA 2 East: Boston
5
40.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MA 2 East: Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MA 2 East: Boston
7
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 495 North: Lowell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 113B
Toward I 495 North: Lowell
6
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
6
62.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 88
Toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.48 one way
$20.97 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $11.43 | $22.86 |
| premium | $4.82 | $12.44 | $24.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.46 | $28.92 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.12
Concord Turnpike
(11.1 mi)
$0.78
Old Turnpike Road
(4.9 mi)
$0.34
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.88 | $3.14 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.17 | $4.19 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Lowell, MA
Late night in Lowell on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Worcester, MA
33 mi in
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
24 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
1h 42m 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 mixed drive on this route, with 54% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on roads like Concord Turnpike, I-190, and I-495, which offer consistent speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.1 miles on Concord Turnpike, providing a period of smooth, uninterrupted travel. While not a purely scenic route, its character is defined by its efficiency and connectivity, allowing for steady progress toward your destination.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.1 mi on Concord Turnpike.
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 39.9 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 65.5 miles you will encounter 21 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 39.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 51.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Ware, MA to Lowell, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Lawrence along the way.
Lawrence
52.2 mi in
|
~1h 24m
About the Cities
Arriving in Lowell, MA
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 65.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.1 miles on Concord Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.12 in tolls one way, starting with Concord Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 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 39.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 40.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 51.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at 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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