Origin
Exeter, NH
Late night in Exeter on Monday
Local time
5:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Exeter, NH to North Hampton, NH
Drive Time
14m
Distance
7.2 mi
12 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Exeter, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
North Hampton, NH
James Mirakian
Trip Overview
The drive from Exeter, NH to North Hampton, NH covers 7.2 miles and takes about 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Exeter Road, NH 101, Portsmouth Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 2.2 miles on Exeter Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.15 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
3.6 miles from Exeter, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 14m drive with frequent turns across 7.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Exeter Road is the longest continuous segment at about 2.2 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.3 miles (NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.6 miles (NH 111 / North Hampton Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue
Turn left onto NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward NH 111: Exeter, North Hampton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 12
Toward NH 111: Exeter, North Hampton
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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NH 111 / North Hampton Road
Turn left onto NH 111 / North Hampton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
6.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
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NH 151; NH 111 / Post Road
At end of road, turn left onto NH 151; NH 111 / Post Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
5
6.1 mi into trip
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~12m in
|
NH 111
Turn slight right onto NH 111 toward US 1: Rye Beach
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1: Rye Beach
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Exeter, NH to North Hampton, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Hampton along the way.
Hampton
3.4 mi in
|
~6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| NH 101 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Portsmouth Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Atlantic Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Hampton Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| NH 111 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Water Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| High Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Exeter Road
— 2.2 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Exeter, NH and North Hampton, NH.
1
Start on Water Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Water Street
2
Continue on High Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
High Street
3
Turn left onto Portsmouth Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Portsmouth Avenue
4
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
5
Merge slight left
1.6 mi
·
1 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward NH 111: Exeter, North Hampton
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
NH 111: Exeter, North Hampton
7
Turn left onto North Hampton Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
North Hampton Road
8
Continue on Exeter Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Exeter Road
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto Post Road
59 ft
·
1 sec
·
Post Road
10
Turn slight right onto US 1: Rye Beach
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 1: Rye Beach
11
Turn slight right onto Atlantic Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Avenue
12
Turn right
66 ft
·
5 sec
13
Arrive at your destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 3.6 miles from Exeter, NH, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.2 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 7.2 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.6 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Hampton, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Exeter, 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 Exeter, NH
This is one driving day of about 7.2 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Exeter, 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 Exeter Road for about 2.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.6 mi from Exeter, NH · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.6 miles from Exeter, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Hampton, NH
The final approach into North Hampton, 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 North Hampton, 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
$1.15 one way
$2.31 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $1.26 | $2.53 |
| premium | $4.83 | $1.37 | $2.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.60 | $3.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.76 | $0.35 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.63 | $0.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.01 | $0.46 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
North Hampton, NH
Late night in North Hampton on Monday
Local time
5:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Along the Route
57°F
Brunswick, NY
4 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
14m 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 Exeter, NH to North Hampton, NH covers 7.2 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Exeter Road, NH 101, Portsmouth Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.6 miles from Exeter, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.15 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 7.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.3 miles (NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.6 miles (NH 111 / North Hampton Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Exeter, NH to North Hampton, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Hampton along the way.
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