Lowell to Troy, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

120.9 miles 194.5 km · straight line
151.1 miles estimated 243.1 km · driving distance
3h 2min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
274° W bearing direction

How far is Lowell from Troy, New York?

The distance from Lowell to Troy, New York is 120.9 miles (194.5 km) as the crow flies. Troy, New York is located W of Lowell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151.1 miles, taking about 3h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Lowell in Massachusetts and Troy, New York 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 Troy, New York. 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 Troy, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 2min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 38min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 53min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowell & Troy, New York

Quick Facts

Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
Troy, New York
42.73°N, 73.69°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 206 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients