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2h 51m
Distance
130.9 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.
Gorham, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Bedford, NH
Kristian Thomas
Spanning 130.9 miles through the heart of New Hampshire, this trip from Gorham to Bedford is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 51 minutes. You will primarily navigate via the Styles Bridges Highway and the Everett Turnpike, making this an ideal one-day excursion. Budgeting approximately $21 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Since the route stays entirely within the Northeast region, you won't face major shifts in climate or terrain. It is a practical drive for those looking to connect the northern and southern parts of the state efficiently without the need for an overnight stay.
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 Gorham, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With only 25% of the trip spent on highways, you will spend the majority of your time navigating regional roads. Your longest uninterrupted segment covers 51.3 miles on the Styles Bridges Highway, providing a consistent rhythm before the route transitions into more technical local driving. The character of the road shifts as you leave the northern terrain and head toward the more developed environment near Bedford. Be prepared for a varied driving experience that blends longer stretches of road with localized segments.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
2,235 ft
Total Descent
2,725 ft
Highest Point
1,951 ft
~38.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,756 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 Gorham, NH to Bedford, NH is easy. At 2h 51m 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 Gorham, NH to Bedford, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gorham Hill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Presidential Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Owls Head Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 115 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 3 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 3 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Daniel Webster Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Gorham, NH and Bedford, NH.
Start on Main Street
Turn left onto Lancaster Road
Continue on Gorham Hill Road
Continue on Presidential Highway
Turn left onto Owls Head Highway
Continue on State Route 115
At the end of the road, turn left onto US Route 3 North
Continue on US Route 3 South
Turn slight right onto US Route 3 South
Continue on Daniel Webster Highway
Take the ramp straight
Continue on Styles Bridges Highway
Continue on Senator Styles Bridges Highway
Continue on Styles Bridges Highway
Continue on Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
Keep slight left
Turn left onto Eddy Road
Continue on McGregor Street
Continue on Main Street
Turn right onto Boynton Street
Continue straight
Continue straight
Turn right onto Meetinghouse Road
Turn right onto Bedford Center Road
Arrive at your destination
Because this is a manageable three-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around traffic patterns. I recommend scheduling at least one stop to break up the drive, especially given the turn-heavy nature of the roads that can be more tiring than a straight interstate. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Gorham, as the $21 estimated cost can fluctuate based on local prices along the way. Since you are navigating several different sections of the Senator Styles Bridges Highway, use a reliable GPS to stay on course through the tighter turns. Taking your time on the local road segments will make the journey feel much more relaxed.
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 Bedford, NH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Gorham, 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 Gorham, NH
This is one driving day of about 130.9 miles and 2h 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.4 mi from Gorham, 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 Bedford, 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 Bedford, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$20.95 one way
$41.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $22.97 | $45.94 |
| premium | $4.83 | $24.88 | $49.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.08 | $58.16 |
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 | 39.3 | 0 | $13.74 | $6.28 |
| Efficient EV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.45 | $5.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.4 | 0 | $18.33 | $8.38 |
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 Gorham on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Bedford on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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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