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2h 50m
Distance
130.8 mi
211 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bedford, NH
Kristian Thomas
Gorham, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Traveling from Bedford to Gorham covers 130.8 miles of New Hampshire landscape, typically taking about 2 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Because this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance. The journey transitions you through the Northeast, moving from the southern part of the state toward the northern reaches. Expect a practical drive that balances efficiency with the realities of navigating varied road types. It is an ideal route if you are looking to get from the Bedford area to the Gorham region in a single, manageable session.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.4 miles from Bedford, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Expect a mixed driving experience that shifts as you progress along the Styles Bridges Highway, the Everett Turnpike, and US 3. With a highway share of 32%, you will find that the route balances faster stretches with more traditional driving conditions. Your longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Styles Bridges Highway, which spans 65.7 miles. The road’s personality evolves from the turnpike environment into a more varied mix of road profiles. You will spend most of your time behind the wheel adjusting to these changing road types, making for an engaging, non-monotonous journey that keeps you attentive throughout the duration.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
2,764 ft
Total Descent
2,274 ft
Highest Point
1,951 ft
~92.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,759 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bedford, NH to Gorham, NH is easy. At 2h 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bedford, NH to Gorham, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Meetinghouse Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Boynton Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Granite Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Everett Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Styles Bridges Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sen Styles Bridges Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Franconia Notch Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Bedford, NH and Gorham, NH.
Start on Bedford Center Road
Turn left onto Meetinghouse Road
Turn left
Continue on Boynton Street
Turn slight right onto South Main Street
Continue on Granite Street
Take the ramp left
Merge slight left onto Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
Continue on Styles Bridges Highway
Continue on Sen Styles Bridges Highway
Continue on Styles Bridges Highway
Continue on Franconia Notch Parkway
Take the exit slight right toward US 3 North: Twin Mountain, Lancaster
Continue on US Route 3 North
Turn right onto State Route 115
Continue on Owls Head Highway
At the end of the road, turn right onto Presidential Highway
Continue on Gorham Hill Road
Continue on Lancaster Road
Merge slight left onto Main Street
Arrive at your destination
To make the most of your 2-hour and 50-minute drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic on the Everett Turnpike. Since this route requires only one planned stop, you have plenty of flexibility to decide where you want to break up the 130.8-mile stretch. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $21 estimated cost can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and local pricing. Because the drive is relatively short, you can comfortably complete it in one go, but don't hesitate to pull over if you need a quick rest during that longest 65.7-mile highway segment. Planning for that single stop in advance will help you maintain a steady pace as you head toward Gorham.
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.4 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gorham, NH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bedford, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Bedford, NH
This is one driving day of about 130.8 miles and 2h 50m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.4 mi from Bedford, NH · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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.
The final approach into Gorham, 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 Gorham, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$20.94 one way
$41.88 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $22.95 | $45.90 |
| premium | $4.83 | $24.86 | $49.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.06 | $58.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.73 | $6.28 |
| Efficient EV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.45 | $5.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.3 | 0 | $18.31 | $8.37 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Bedford on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Gorham on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Partly Sunny
Along the Route
51°F
Peru, NY
65 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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