Lowell to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

272.4 miles 438.4 km · straight line
309.3 miles actual route 497.7 km · driving distance
6h 31min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Lowell from Philadelphia?

The distance from Lowell to Philadelphia is 272.4 miles (438.4 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Lowell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309.3 miles, taking about 6h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Lowell in Massachusetts and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lowell and Philadelphia. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 31min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 49min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowell & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM