Philadelphia to Lowell by train
Lowell lies 438 km (272 mi) north-east of Philadelphia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 56 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 535 km (332 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Philadelphia | Lowell | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.6 million | 110,699 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 39 m (128 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Suburban Station, 30th Street Station, North Philadelphia station | Central Street station, Union Station, Merrimack Street station |
| Postal codes | 19019–19255 | 01850–01854 |
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Common questions
How far is Lowell from Philadelphia?
438 km (272 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Philadelphia; by road roughly 535 km (332 mi).
How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Lowell by train?
About 5 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Philadelphia and Lowell?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.