How far is it from Lancaster, SC, to Lowell, NC, ?

The distance between Lancaster, SC, and Lowell, NC, is 51 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Lancaster, SC, to Lowell, NC, ?

The drive from Lancaster, SC, to Lowell, NC, takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Lancaster, SC, to Lowell, NC, ?

The fastest route from Lancaster, SC, to Lowell, NC, covers 51 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Lowell, NC from Lancaster, SC?

Lowell, NC lies roughly to the north-west of Lancaster, SC.

Which roads does the route from Lancaster, SC to Lowell, NC follow?

The drive from Lancaster, SC to Lowell, NC mainly follows US 521.

Which towns do you pass between Lancaster, SC and Lowell, NC?

Towns on the route from Lancaster, SC to Lowell, NC include Mineral Springs, Waxhaw, Fort Mill, Charlotte, Mount Holly.

Are there charging stations between Lancaster, SC and Lowell, NC?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Lancaster, SC to Lowell, NC, including Archdale Marketplace (350 kW); Blakeney (350 kW); BOA Center City NC2-181 (Charlotte, NC) (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 194.

Lancaster, SC Lowell, NC

Distance: 51 miDuration: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Lancaster, SC to Lowell, NC takes about 1 h 15 min via US 521. The distance is 51 mi. The straight-line distance is 42 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Van Wyck, SC, Marvin, NC, Fort Mill, SC, Charlotte, NC, Lowell, NC. Driving directions

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Driving directions22 · 51 mi

1 Depart right onto Normandy Road 1 mi
2 Turn left onto West Springs Street 1 mi
3 Turn left onto North Main Street 1 mi
4 Continue straight onto Charlotte Highway 17 mi
5 Keep slightly right onto Charlotte Highway 5 mi
6 Continue straight onto Lancaster Highway 2 mi
7 Continue straight onto Johnston Road 3 mi
8 Take exit straight 1 mi
9 Keep slightly left 1 mi
10 Merge slightly left onto Governor James G Martin Freeway 7 mi
11 Continue straight onto Seddon "Rusty" Goode Freeway 9 mi
12 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
13 Continue straight onto I 485 1 mi

14 Keep slightly left 1 mi
15 Keep slightly left 1 mi
16 Merge slightly left 7 mi
17 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
18 Keep slightly left 102 yd
19 Turn right onto McAdenville Road 1 mi
20 Continue straight onto West 3rd Street 1 mi
21 At end of road, turn left onto Hemlock Lane 69 yd
22 Arrive left onto Hemlock Lane

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The return trip from Lowell, NC to Lancaster, SC covers roughly the same distance, 51 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

194 chargers

Archdale MarketplaceCCS, CHAdeMO · 5925 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28217350 kW
BlakeneyCCS, CHAdeMO · 9720 Rea Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28277350 kW
BOA Center City NC2-181 (Charlotte, NC)CCS · 301 South King Dr, Charlotte, NC, 28204350 kW
Carmel CommonsCCS, CHAdeMO · 7601 Pineville Matthews Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28226350 kW
Food Lion - TuckaseegeeCCS, CHAdeMO · 4709 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28208350 kW

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Lowell, NC → Cramerton, NC4 mi · 10 min Lowell, NC → Gastonia, NC7 mi · 15 min Lowell, NC → Cherryville, NC22 mi · 35 min Lowell, NC → Chester, SC57 mi · 1 h 15 min Lowell, NC → Dallas, NC7 mi · 15 min Lowell, NC → Bessemer City, NC13 mi · 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated October 7, 2026.

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How far is it from Lancaster, SC, {fromState} to Lowell, NC, {toState}?: The distance between Lancaster, SC, {fromState} and Lowell, NC, {toState} is 51 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Lancaster, SC, {fromState} to Lowell, NC, {toState}?: The drive from Lancaster, SC, {fromState} to Lowell, NC, {toState} takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Lancaster, SC, {fromState} to Lowell, NC, {toState}?: The fastest route from Lancaster, SC, {fromState} to Lowell, NC, {toState} covers 51 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Lowell, NC from Lancaster, SC?: Lowell, NC lies roughly to the north-west of Lancaster, SC.
Which roads does the route from Lancaster, SC to Lowell, NC follow?: The drive from Lancaster, SC to Lowell, NC mainly follows US 521.
Which towns do you pass between Lancaster, SC and Lowell, NC?: Towns on the route from Lancaster, SC to Lowell, NC include Mineral Springs, Waxhaw, Fort Mill, Charlotte, Mount Holly.
Are there charging stations between Lancaster, SC and Lowell, NC?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Lancaster, SC to Lowell, NC, including Archdale Marketplace (350 kW); Blakeney (350 kW); BOA Center City NC2-181 (Charlotte, NC) (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 194.

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