Hillsborough to Lowell: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.9 miles 365.1 km · straight line
283.6 miles estimated 456.4 km · driving distance
5h 42min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
48° NE bearing direction

How far is Hillsborough from Lowell?

The distance from Hillsborough to Lowell is 226.9 miles (365.1 km) as the crow flies. Lowell is located NE of Hillsborough. By car, the driving distance is approximately 283.6 miles, taking about 5h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Hillsborough in New Jersey 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough to Lowell

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 42min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 50min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 25min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hillsborough & Lowell

Quick Facts

Hillsborough
40.48°N, 74.63°W
America/New_York
26m 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 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients