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

248.9 miles 400.5 km · straight line
311.1 miles estimated 500.6 km · driving distance
6h 15min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
293° WNW bearing direction

How far is Lowell from Watertown, New York?

The distance from Lowell to Watertown, New York is 248.9 miles (400.5 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, New York is located WNW of Lowell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 311.1 miles, taking about 6h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Lowell in Massachusetts and Watertown, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lowell and Watertown, 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 Watertown, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 15min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 30min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 56min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowell & Watertown, New York

Quick Facts

Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
Watertown, New York
43.97°N, 75.91°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients