Origin
Belmont, NH
Afternoon in Belmont on Thursday
Local time
1:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belmont, NH to Rochester, NH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
58m
Distance
33.3 mi
54 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belmont, NH
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Rochester, NH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Belmont, NH to Rochester, NH covers 33.3 miles and takes about 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NH 11, New Hampshire Route 140, Frank C. Gilman Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.8 miles on NH 11. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.36 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 33.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 58m highway drive covering 33.3 miles, with most of the trip on NH 11 and New Hampshire Route 140. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.8 miles on NH 11.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NH 11 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 11 and New Hampshire Route 140. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 16.3 miles in near NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 58m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.3 miles (NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (NH 11): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 32.7 miles (NH 202A / North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
16.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
16.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
NH 11
Enter roundabout onto NH 11
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
32.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
NH 202A / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto NH 202A / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
33.2 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
Museum Way
Turn right onto Museum Way
Navigation decision point
4
33.2 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 11 | 14.8 mi | 23m |
| New Hampshire Route 140 | 10 mi | 17m |
| Frank C. Gilman Highway | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Gilmanton Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Factory Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| State Route 140 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 11
— 14.8 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belmont, NH and Rochester, NH.
1
Start on NH 140
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
State Route 140
2
Continue on NH 140
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Gilmanton Road
3
Continue on NH 140
10 mi
·
17 min
·
New Hampshire Route 140
4
Continue on NH 140
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Frank C. Gilman Highway
5
Continue on NH 140
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Factory Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto NH 11; NH 28A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
7
Enter roundabout onto NH 11
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
NH 11
8
Continue on NH 11
15 mi
·
22 min
·
NH 11
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on North Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on North Main Street
125 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Main Street
11
Enter roundabout onto NH 202A
127 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Main Street
12
Continue on NH 202A
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn slight left
150 ft
·
4 sec
14
Turn slight left onto NH 202A
136 ft
·
5 sec
·
Wakefield Street
15
Turn right onto Museum Way
120 ft
·
5 sec
·
Museum Way
16
Turn right
55 ft
·
4 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.6 mi from Belmont, NH · 30m 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.6 miles from Belmont, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rochester, NH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Rochester, NH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.36 one way
$10.72 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.90 | $11.80 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.38 | $12.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 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 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
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
Rochester, NH
Afternoon in Rochester on Thursday
Local time
1:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Alton, 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
6 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
58m 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 Belmont, NH to Rochester, NH covers 33.3 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NH 11, New Hampshire Route 140, Frank C. Gilman Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.6 miles from Belmont, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.36 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 straightforward 58m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.3 miles (NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (NH 11): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 32.7 miles (NH 202A / North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Belmont, NH to Rochester, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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