Lowell travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lowell

With a population of 106,519, Lowell is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Lowell deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Lowell

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cobblestones of Lowell (91 Dutton Street) and Tavern in the Square - Lowell (900 Chelmsford St) are great picks.

When to visit Lowell

Lowell in March
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lowell in March
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lowell in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Lowell, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to Lowell

Plane

When flying to Lowell, you’ll arrive at Bedford Hanscom Field (BED), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Lowell departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lowell. The train journey from Lowell to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lowell is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 189 miles from Lowell. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lowell, including OurBus, Bus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Lowell takes 60 miles and will cost you around $16. From Portsmouth, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 75 miles. Lowell’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Lowell, you’ll arrive at Bedford Hanscom Field (BED), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Lowell departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lowell. The train journey from Lowell to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lowell is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 189 miles from Lowell. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lowell, including OurBus, Bus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Lowell takes 60 miles and will cost you around $16. From Portsmouth, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 75 miles. Lowell’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Airports near Lowell

Airlines serving Lowell

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lowell

Most booked hotels in Lowell

Hampton Inn Boston Bedford Burlington
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 300 reviews)
$156+
Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Concord
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 136 reviews)
$198+
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Billerica/Bedford
3 stars
Good (7.8, 295 reviews)
$156+
Element Lexington
3 stars
Good (7.6, 133 reviews)
$165+
Aloft Lexington
3 stars
Good (7.3, 347 reviews)
$133+
UMass Lowell Inn and Conference Center
2 stars
Good (7, 103 reviews)
$211+

Renting a car in Lowell

Renting a car in Lowell costs $47 per day, on average, or $95 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 51% cheaper than airport locations in Lowell.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Lowell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Lowell is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lowell costs $47 per day, on average, or $95 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 51% cheaper than airport locations in Lowell.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Lowell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Lowell is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.