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Dover, NH
Late night in Dover on Saturday
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Trip from Dover, NH to Bath, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
114.3 mi
184 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dover, NH
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Bath, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
The drive from Dover, NH to Bath, NH covers 114.3 miles and takes about 2h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Styles Bridges Highway, Lost River Road, New Hampshire Route 140 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.3 miles on Styles Bridges Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
57.2 miles from Dover, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 114.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (22%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 51m drive with frequent turns across 114.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Styles Bridges Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 43.3 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 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 9; NH 108 / 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 114.3 miles you will encounter 15 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 9; NH 108 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NH 9; NH 108 / Main Street
Turn sharp left onto NH 9; NH 108 / Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
2.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward Spaulding Turnpike North, NH 16 North: Rochester
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Spaulding Turnpike North, NH 16 North: R...
6
11 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward NH 11 West: Farmington, Alton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15
Toward NH 11 West: Farmington, Alton
6
91.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward NH 112: North Woodstock, Lincoln
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 32
Toward NH 112: North Woodstock, Lincoln
5
113 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
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US 302; NH 10 / Rum Hill Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 302; NH 10 / Rum Hill Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dover, NH and Bath, NH, road signs point toward Alton and Lincoln.
Alton
11 mi in
|
~16m
Lincoln
91.5 mi in
|
~2h 7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Styles Bridges Highway | 43.3 mi | 46m |
| Lost River Road | 15.6 mi | 30m |
| New Hampshire Route 140 | 10 mi | 17m |
| Spaulding Turnpike | 8.5 mi | 10m |
| Henry Wilson Highway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| NH Route 11 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Wild Ammonoosuc Road | 4.8 mi | 9m |
| Frank C. Gilman Highway | 3.7 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Styles Bridges Highway
— 43.3 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dover, NH and Bath, NH.
1
Start on this road
21 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto NH 9; NH 108
320 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn straight onto NH 9; NH 108
1.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Central Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto Indian Brook Drive
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Indian Brook Drive
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Spaulding Turnpike North, NH 16 North: Rochester
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto NH 16
8.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Spaulding Turnpike
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 15
Toward NH 11 West: Farmington, Alton
8
Turn left onto NH 11
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Farmington Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on NH 11
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
NH Route 11
10
Continue on NH 11
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Henry Wilson Highway
11
Enter roundabout onto NH 11; NH 28A
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
NH 11; NH 28A
12
Continue on NH 11; NH 28A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
NH 11; NH 28A
13
Turn left onto NH 140
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Factory Street
14
Continue on Frank C. Gilman Highway
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Frank C. Gilman Highway
15
Continue on NH 140
10 mi
·
17 min
·
New Hampshire Route 140
16
Continue on NH 140
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Gilmanton Road
17
Continue on NH 140
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
State Route 140
18
Continue on NH 140
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Main Street
19
Turn right onto NH 140
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Depot Street
20
Continue on NH 140
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Tilton Road
21
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
this road
Toward I 93 North
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Merge onto I 93
43 mi
·
46 min
·
Styles Bridges Highway
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 32
Toward NH 112: North Woodstock, Lincoln
24
Turn right onto NH 112
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Kancamagus Highway
25
Turn slight left onto NH 112
16 mi
·
30 min
·
Lost River Road
26
Continue on Wild Ammonoosuc Road
4.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Wild Ammonoosuc Road
27
At end of road, turn right onto US 302; NH 10
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Rum Hill Road
28
Continue on US 302; NH 10
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Lisbon Road
29
Turn left onto West Bath Road
235 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Bath Road
30
Arrive at destination
West Bath Road
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 57.2 miles from Dover, NH, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.3 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 25 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.2 miles or 1h 30m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bath, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dover, 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 Dover, NH
This is one driving day of about 114.3 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Dover, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Styles Bridges Highway for about 43.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.2 mi from Dover, NH · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.2 miles from Dover, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bath, NH
The final approach into Bath, 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 Bath, 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
$18.40 one way
$36.80 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $20.25 | $40.49 |
| premium | $4.86 | $21.89 | $43.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.24 | $50.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.59
Spaulding Turnpike
(8.5 mi)
$0.59
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
$18
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.3 | 0 | $12.00 | $5.49 |
| Efficient EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.00 | $4.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.7 | 0 | $16.00 | $7.32 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Bath, NH
Late night in Bath on Saturday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
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
14 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
2h 51m 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 Dover, NH to Bath, NH covers 114.3 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Styles Bridges Highway, Lost River Road, New Hampshire Route 140. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.2 miles from Dover, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.40 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 114.3 miles you will encounter 15 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 9; NH 108 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Dover, NH and Bath, NH, road signs point toward Alton and Lincoln.
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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