Origin
Hampton, NH
Afternoon in Hampton on Saturday
Local time
1:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Hampton, NH to Bedford, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampton, NH
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Bedford, NH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hampton, NH to Bedford, NH covers 41.8 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Exeter-Hampton Expressway, NH 101, Exeter Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.1 miles on Exeter-Hampton Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.73 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 41.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 54m highway drive covering 41.8 miles, with most of the trip on Exeter-Hampton Expressway and NH 101. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.1 miles on Exeter-Hampton Expressway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Exeter-Hampton Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 33.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Exeter-Hampton Expressway and NH 101. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1 / Lafayette Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 41.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Lafayette Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (NH 27 / Exeter Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 1 / Lafayette Road
Turn left onto US 1 / Lafayette Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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NH 27 / Exeter Road
Turn left onto NH 27 / Exeter Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward NH 101 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward NH 101 West
8
35.1 mi into trip
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~44m in
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NH 101
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101 toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Manchester, Bedford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Air...
6
38.3 mi into trip
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~48m in
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NH 101
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 101 toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hampton, NH and Bedford, NH, road signs point toward Manchester and Nashua.
Manchester
35.1 mi in
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~44m
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via NH 101
Nashua
38.3 mi in
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~48m
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via NH 101
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter-Hampton Expressway | 33.1 mi | 38m |
| NH 101 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Exeter Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Lafayette Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Meetinghouse Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bedford Center Road | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Exeter-Hampton Expressway
— 33.1 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, NH and Bedford, NH.
1
Start on this road
159 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 1
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Lafayette Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto NH 27
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Exeter Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward NH 101 West
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto NH 101
33 mi
·
38 min
·
Exeter-Hampton Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
NH 101
Toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Manchester, Bedford
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 101
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
NH 101
Toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
8
Turn left onto NH 101
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
NH 101
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on NH 101
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NH 101
10
Turn right onto Meetinghouse Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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Meetinghouse Road
11
Turn right onto Bedford Center Road
20 ft
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0 sec
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Bedford Center Road
12
Arrive at destination
Bedford Center Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.9 mi from Hampton, NH · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Hampton, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bedford, NH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bedford, 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
$6.73 one way
$13.46 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.40 | $14.81 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.00 | $16.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 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 | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Bedford, NH
Afternoon in Bedford on Saturday
Local time
1:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Fremont, NH
21 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.
Road read
54m 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 Hampton, NH to Bedford, NH covers 41.8 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Exeter-Hampton Expressway, NH 101, Exeter Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.9 miles from Hampton, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.73 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 short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 41.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Lafayette Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (NH 27 / Exeter Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hampton, NH and Bedford, NH, road signs point toward Manchester and Nashua.
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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