Ithaca to Lowell: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.3 miles 425.3 km · straight line
330.3 miles estimated 531.6 km · driving distance
6h 39min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from Lowell?

The distance from Ithaca to Lowell is 264.3 miles (425.3 km) as the crow flies. Lowell is located E of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 330.3 miles, taking about 6h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Ithaca 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ithaca 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 Ithaca to Lowell

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 39min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 59min $26–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 19min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & Lowell

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients