Lowell to New Haven, Connecticut: Road Trip Guide & Distance

123.4 miles 198.6 km · straight line
154.3 miles estimated 248.3 km · driving distance
3h 6min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
223° SW bearing direction

How far is Lowell from New Haven, Connecticut?

The distance from Lowell to New Haven, Connecticut is 123.4 miles (198.6 km) as the crow flies. New Haven, Connecticut is located SW of Lowell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 154.3 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Lowell in Massachusetts and New Haven, Connecticut in Connecticut.

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 Haven, Connecticut. 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 Haven, Connecticut

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 6min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 43min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 57min $19–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowell & New Haven, Connecticut

Quick Facts

Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
New Haven, Connecticut
41.31°N, 72.93°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 201.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients