What is the cheapest way to get from Melrose to Lowell?

The cheapest way to get from Melrose to Lowell is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melrose to Lowell?

The fastest way to get from Melrose to Lowell is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct train between Melrose and Lowell?

No, there is no direct train from Melrose to Lowell. However, there are services departing from Melrose/Cedar Park and arriving at Lowell via North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Melrose to Lowell?

The distance between Melrose and Lowell is 33 miles. The road distance is 20.8 miles.

How do I travel from Melrose to Lowell without a car?

The best way to get from Melrose to Lowell without a car is to train and line 24 bus which takes 1h 44m and costs $4 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Melrose to Lowell?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Melrose to Lowell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melrose to Lowell train from?

Melrose to Lowell train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Melrose/Cedar Park station.

Where does the Melrose to Lowell train arrive?

Melrose to Lowell train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at North Station.

Can I drive from Melrose to Lowell?

Yes, the driving distance between Melrose to Lowell is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Melrose to Lowell.

Where can I stay near Lowell?

There are 113+ hotels available in Lowell.

Melrose to Lowell - 5 ways to travel via train, line 24 bus, subway, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melrose to Lowell by train, bus, subway, car, or taxi

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Train, line 24 bus
best
1. Take the train from Melrose/Cedar Park to Lawrencetrain Haverhill Line
2. Take the bus from McGovern B to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Centerbus 24
1h 44m
$5–11
Drive 20.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Melrose to Lowellcar 20.7 mi
31 min
$4–6
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Oak Grove to Downtown Crossingsubway Orange Line
2. Take the bus from Boston to Robert B Kennedy Bus Transfer Centerbus Greyhound US0256S
2h 21m
$9–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melrose to Lowelltaxi 20.7 mi
31 min
$65–80
Train
1. Take the train from Melrose/Cedar Park to North Stationtrain Haverhill Line
2. Take the train from North Station to Lowelltrain Lowell Line
1h 47m
$5–12

Melrose to Lowell by train and bus

76Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 33 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Melrose, MA, USA and Lowell, MA, USA?

You can take a train from Melrose/Cedar Park to Lowell via North Station in around 1h 47m.

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