Glen Cove to Lowell: Road Trip Guide & Distance

171 miles 275.2 km · straight line
213.8 miles estimated 344 km · driving distance
4h 18min estimated drive time
$21 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
44° NE bearing direction

How far is Glen Cove from Lowell?

The distance from Glen Cove to Lowell is 171 miles (275.2 km) as the crow flies. Lowell is located NE of Glen Cove. By car, the driving distance is approximately 213.8 miles, taking about 4h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Glen Cove in New York and Lowell in Massachusetts.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Glen Cove and Lowell. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Glen Cove to Lowell

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 18min $21 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 10min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 5min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Glen Cove & Lowell

Quick Facts

Glen Cove
40.86°N, 73.63°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 145.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients