Origin
Barrington, NH
Late night in Barrington on Monday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barrington, NH to Nashua, NH
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
56.6 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
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6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
Connecting Barrington to Nashua covers 56.6 miles of New Hampshire terrain, making for a straightforward drive that typically takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the journey, keeping your travel costs quite low. Navigating via NH 101, Calef Highway, and the Everett Turnpike, you will transition through the heart of the Northeast region. It is a highly practical trip that prioritizes efficiency over exploration, so plan accordingly if you are looking to get from point A to point B without unnecessary delays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
28.3 miles from Barrington, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is designed for speed and directness, with about 66% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 24.2 miles on NH 101, which provides a consistent rhythm to your travel. While the route lacks technical local roads, the personality of the drive shifts as you transition from the state highways onto the Everett Turnpike. Expect a functional, commuter-style experience rather than a winding scenic tour. Staying alert is key, as the high percentage of highway driving means you will be moving at steady speeds for the majority of your 1 hour and 19 minute journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NH 101 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
380 ft
122 ft
Total Climb
268 ft
Total Descent
488 ft
Highest Point
380 ft
Elevation Range
258 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 101 and Calef Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near NH 125 / Calef Highway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 56.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (NH 125 / Calef Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles (NH 101): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.9 mi into trip
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~5m in
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NH 125 / Calef Highway
Turn right onto NH 125 / Calef Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
16.9 mi into trip
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~27m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
37.6 mi into trip
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~52m in
|
NH 101
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101 toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Manchester, Bedford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Air...
6
40.9 mi into trip
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~57m in
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NH 101
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 101 toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
6
55.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NH 130 East: Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward NH 130 East: Nashua
Towns Along This Route
Between Barrington, NH and Nashua, NH, road signs point toward Manchester, Bedford, Everett Turnpike South: Merrimack and Manchester Airport.
Manchester
37.6 mi in
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~52m
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via NH 101
Bedford
37.6 mi in
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~52m
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via NH 101
Everett Turnpike South: Merrimack
41.4 mi in
|
~57m
Manchester Airport
41.4 mi in
|
~57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 24.2 mi | 29m |
| Calef Highway | 14.1 mi | 22m |
| Everett Turnpike | 13.1 mi | 16m |
| Franklin Pierce Highway | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Broad Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Amherst Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 24.2 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barrington, NH and Nashua, NH.
1
Start on NH 9
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Franklin Pierce Highway
2
Turn right onto NH 125
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Calef Highway
Use the right lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto NH 125
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
Calef Highway
4
Continue on NH 125
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Calef Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto NH 101
20 mi
·
23 min
·
NH 101
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
NH 101
Toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Manchester, Bedford
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 101
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
NH 101
Toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward Everett Turnpike South: Merrimack, Nashua, Manchester Airport
10
Merge onto Everett Turnpike
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Everett Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 6
Toward NH 130: Hollis
12
Keep slight left at fork
241 ft
·
7 sec
Toward NH 130 East: Nashua
13
Turn left onto NH 130
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
14
At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Amherst Street
15
Turn right onto NH 101A
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
16
Arrive at destination
NH 101A
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive with zero planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility to time your departure around peak commuter traffic. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure you maintain your estimated 1 hour and 19 minute travel time without getting caught in congestion. With a total fuel budget of just $9, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Barrington and arrive in Nashua with gas to spare. Because there are no required stops on this 56.6-mile trek, consider keeping a bottle of water and a snack in the car if you prefer not to pull over. Your best strategy is to embrace the efficiency of the route and enjoy the quick, direct connection between these two New Hampshire hubs.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 28.3 miles from Barrington, NH, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 56.6 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.3 miles or 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashua, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Barrington, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Barrington, NH
This is one driving day of about 56.6 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Barrington, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on NH 101 for about 24.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.3 mi from Barrington, NH · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Barrington, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Nashua, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.06 one way
$18.12 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $9.93 | $19.86 |
| premium | $4.83 | $10.76 | $21.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.57 | $25.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.92
Everett Turnpike
(13.1 mi)
$0.92
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Monday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 0 to 5 mph
14% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 19m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Barrington, NH to Nashua, NH covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NH 101, Calef Highway, Everett Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.3 miles from Barrington, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.06 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 56.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (NH 125 / Calef Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles (NH 101): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Barrington, NH and Nashua, NH, road signs point toward Manchester, Bedford, Everett Turnpike South: Merrimack and Manchester Airport.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 122 ft to 380 ft elevation with about 268 ft of total climbing.
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