The average train between New Bedford and Lowell takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from New Bedford to Lowell. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between New Bedford and Lowell. The earliest departure is at 4:16 AM at night, and the last departure from New Bedford is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Lowell at 6:07 AM. All services require a transfer at South Station and take an average of 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from New Bedford to Lowell? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from New Bedford to Lowell. However, there are services departing from New Bedford station and arriving at Lowell station via South Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
New Bedford to Lowell train services, operated by MBTA, depart from New Bedford station.
New Bedford to Lowell train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Lowell station.
The distance between New Bedford and Lowell is 115.5 km. The road distance is 139 km.
You can take a train from New Bedford to Lowell via South Station, Downtown Crossing, North Station, and North Station in around 3h 22m.