Lowell to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

614.2 miles 988.5 km · straight line
702.8 miles actual route 1131.1 km · driving distance
14h 30min estimated drive time
$68 - $83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
222° SW bearing direction

How far is Lowell from Raleigh?

The distance from Lowell to Raleigh is 614.2 miles (988.5 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SW of Lowell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 702.8 miles, taking about 14h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Lowell in Massachusetts and Raleigh in North Carolina.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Raleigh. 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 Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 30min $68 - $83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 24min $56–$105* Budget
Train ~18h 51min $84–$246* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowell & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 205 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM