Lowell to New City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

171.6 miles 276.1 km · straight line
214.4 miles estimated 345.1 km · driving distance
4h 19min estimated drive time
$21 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
234° SW bearing direction

How far is Lowell from New City?

The distance from Lowell to New City is 171.6 miles (276.1 km) as the crow flies. New City is located SW of Lowell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 214.4 miles, taking about 4h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Lowell in Massachusetts and New City in New York.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Lowell and New City. 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 Lowell to New City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 19min $21 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 11min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 6min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowell & New City

Quick Facts

Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
New City
41.15°N, 73.99°W
America/New_York
48m 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 145.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients