Origin
Antrim, NH
Late night in Antrim on Saturday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Antrim, NH to Nashua, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Antrim, NH
Phil Evenden
Nashua, NH
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Trip Overview
Antrim, NH to Nashua, NH is 34.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m via Forest Road and NH 101A, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New Hampshire, making it a straightforward drive. Expect a local feel for most of the journey, with a significant portion on non-highway roads. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and any spontaneous detours you might consider. It's a practical choice for connecting these two New Hampshire communities without a substantial time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 34.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (18%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, with only 18% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.6 miles along Forest Road, so be prepared for frequent turns and changes in road type. You'll navigate through local roads like Forest Road and Sawmill Road, interspersed with the more direct NH 101A. This mix means you'll be engaging with the local environment more than you would on a pure interstate drive, so pay close attention to navigation as the road winds through the area.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Forest Road is the longest continuous segment at about 10.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 31 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 31 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (NH 31 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NH 31 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto NH 31 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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NH 31 / Main Street
Turn right onto NH 31 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
25 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward NH 101A: Milford, Nashua
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NH 101A: Milford, Nashua
6
25.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
NH 101A
Turn right onto NH 101A
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
34.3 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
|
NH 101A / Main Street
Turn right onto NH 101A / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Road | 10.6 mi | 26m |
| NH 101A | 8.9 mi | 18m |
| Sawmill Road | 5 mi | 8m |
| State Route 101 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| State Route 202 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Elm Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Wilton Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Forest Road
— 10.6 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Antrim, NH and Nashua, NH.
1
Start on this road
213 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto NH 31
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on US 202; NH 31
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 202
4
Turn left onto Pierce Hill Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pierce Hill Road
5
Continue on NH 31
369 ft
·
10 sec
·
Pierce Hill Road
6
Continue on NH 31
392 ft
·
14 sec
·
School Street
7
Turn right onto NH 31
445 ft
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
8
Continue on NH 31
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Sawmill Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto NH 31; NH 136
11 mi
·
26 min
·
Forest Road
10
Continue on Main Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on Wilton Road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Wilton Road
12
Turn left onto NH 101
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
13
Turn right onto NH 101
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 101
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward NH 101A: Milford, Nashua
15
Keep slight left at fork
223 ft
·
10 sec
16
Turn right onto NH 101A
8.9 mi
·
18 min
·
NH 101A
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto NH 101A
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
18
Arrive at destination
NH 101A
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.2 mi from Antrim, NH · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Antrim, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nashua, NH
The final approach into Nashua, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.52 one way
$11.04 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.08 | $12.15 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.57 | $13.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Nashua, NH
Late night in Nashua on Saturday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
28°F
Greenville, NH
17 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 12m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Antrim, NH to Nashua, NH covers 34.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Forest Road, NH 101A, Sawmill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.2 miles from Antrim, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 31 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (NH 31 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Antrim, NH to Nashua, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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