Lowell to Pittsfield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

99 miles 159.4 km · straight line
123.8 miles estimated 199.3 km · driving distance
2h 29min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
263° W bearing direction

How far is Lowell from Pittsfield?

The distance from Lowell to Pittsfield is 99 miles (159.4 km) as the crow flies. Pittsfield is located W of Lowell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 123.8 miles, taking about 2h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

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 Pittsfield. 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 Pittsfield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 29min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 59min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 22min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowell & Pittsfield

Quick Facts

Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
Pittsfield
42.45°N, 73.25°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 251.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients