Origin
West Boylston, MA
Late night in West Boylston on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Boylston, MA to Lowell, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
33.3 mi
54 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Boylston, MA
Mohan Nannapaneni
Lowell, MA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
This straightforward 33.3-mile drive from West Boylston to Lowell, Massachusetts, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 51 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-495 and MA-110, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of around $5, this short journey through the Northeast region is efficient and budget-friendly. You won't need to worry about breaking up the drive or planning overnight stays; it's a quick hop between two points in the same state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 17.7 mi | 20m |
| MA 110 | 5.9 mi | 12m |
| Wattaquadock Hill Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Chelmsford Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Water Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Worcester Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Bolton Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 17.7 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Boylston, MA and Lowell, MA.
1
Start on this road
59 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Prospect Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Prospect Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Goodale Street
232 ft
·
12 sec
·
Goodale Street
4
Turn left onto MA 12; MA 110; MA 140
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Worcester Street
5
Turn slight right onto MA 110
5.9 mi
·
12 min
·
MA 110
6
Turn right onto MA 110
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Water Street
7
Continue on Bolton Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Bolton Road
8
Continue on Wattaquadock Hill Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Wattaquadock Hill Road
9
Turn right onto MA 117
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
11
Merge onto I 495
18 mi
·
20 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 88
Toward MA 110: Chelmsford, Lowell
13
Turn right onto MA 110
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Chelmsford Street
14
Turn right onto Cambridge Street
314 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cambridge Street
15
Turn left onto Hale Street
486 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hale Street
16
Arrive at destination
Hale Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.6 miles from West Boylston, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Prospect Street
Turn left onto Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Goodale Street
At end of road, turn right onto Goodale Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
12.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
5
12.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
30.3 mi into trip
|
~45m 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
$5.33 one way
$10.66 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.81 | $11.62 |
| premium | $4.82 | $6.32 | $12.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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 Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy
E 3 to 8 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
59°F
Bolton, MA
17 mi in
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
14 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
51m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 71% of the journey on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.7 miles on I-495, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the drive is on highways like I-495 and MA-110, Wattaquadock Hill Road introduces a change of pace as you transition. This route balances efficient travel with brief moments on more local thoroughfares.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.7 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and MA 110. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Prospect Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Goodale Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 12.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 West Boylston, MA to Lowell, MA, road signs begin pointing toward Lawrence along the way.
Lawrence
12.2 mi in
|
~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 51m. Total distance: 33.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.7 miles on I 495. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Goodale Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 12.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Lowell National Historical Park, Minute Man National Historical Park and Boston 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 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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