Origin
Hudson, NH
Late night in Hudson on Wednesday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hudson, NH to Auburn, NH
Data updated 50 minutes ago
Drive Time
40m
Distance
24.6 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hudson, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Auburn, NH
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Trip Overview
This 24.6-mile drive from Hudson, NH, to Auburn, NH, is a quick 40-minute trip that's perfect for a single day. You'll primarily navigate local roads, making it a straightforward journey within the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, this route is very budget-friendly. Since there are no recommended overnight stops and the drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility in your timing. It's a practical option if you're looking for a simple, direct connection between these two New Hampshire towns.
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
12.3 miles from Hudson, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 40-minute journey. While only 13% of the route is on highways, you'll experience stretches like the 5.7 miles on Alan B Shepard Highway, offering a taste of faster travel. The majority of your time will be spent on Nashua Road and Derry Road, which are more typical local roads with frequent intersections. This profile means you'll be actively navigating and adjusting your speed more often than on a pure highway route, making it feel more engaged.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Alan B Shepard Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 5.7 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Pleasant Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 24.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.2 miles (Pleasant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Highland Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Pleasant Street
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Highland Street
Turn left onto Highland Street
Navigation decision point
7
10 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Turn left toward I 93 North: Manchester, Concord
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 93 North: Manchester, Concord
7
19.3 mi into trip
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~31m in
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NH 101
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101 toward NH 101 East: Portsmouth, Seacoast
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward NH 101 East: Portsmouth, Seacoast
6
22.6 mi into trip
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~35m in
Take the exit toward Auburn, Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward Auburn, Chester
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hudson, NH and Auburn, NH, road signs point toward Concord, Seacoast and Chester.
Concord
10 mi in
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~19m
Seacoast
19.3 mi in
|
~31m
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via NH 101
Chester
22.6 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alan B Shepard Highway | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Nashua Road | 5 mi | 9m |
| Derry Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| NH 101 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Hooksett Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Alan B Shepard Jr Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Derry Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Alan B Shepard Highway
— 5.7 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson, NH and Auburn, NH.
1
Start on NH 111
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Ferry Street
2
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
302 ft
·
18 sec
·
Pleasant Street
3
Turn left onto Highland Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Highland Street
4
Turn right onto NH 102; NH 3A
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Derry Street
5
Continue on NH 102
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Derry Road
6
Continue on NH 102
5.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Nashua Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 93 North: Manchester, Concord
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 93
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
9
Continue on I 93
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
10
Continue on I 93
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Alan B Shepard Highway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
NH 101
Exit 7
Toward NH 101 East: Portsmouth, Seacoast
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 2
Toward Auburn, Chester
13
Turn right onto Hooksett Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Hooksett Road
14
Arrive at destination
Hooksett Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 40-minute duration and 24.6-mile distance, this trip offers considerable flexibility. You can easily depart at your convenience, avoiding potential local traffic. With a low fuel cost of around $4, refueling isn't a major concern, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Pay close attention to the frequent turns and local road conditions, especially on Nashua Road and Derry Road, as this is a turn-heavy route. Since there are no mandatory stops, consider a brief pause in a town along the way if you need a stretch, but it's not essential for this short distance.
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 12.3 miles from Hudson, NH, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.7 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 24.6 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.3 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hudson, 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 Hudson, NH
This is one driving day of about 24.6 miles and 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hudson, 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 Alan B Shepard Highway for about 5.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.3 mi from Hudson, NH · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.3 miles from Hudson, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Auburn, NH
The final approach into Auburn, 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 Auburn, 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
$3.96 one way
$7.92 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.36 | $8.71 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.71 | $9.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.43 | $10.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Auburn, NH
Late night in Auburn on Wednesday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
2 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
40m 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 Hudson, NH to Auburn, NH covers 24.6 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Alan B Shepard Highway, Nashua Road, Derry Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.3 miles from Hudson, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.96 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 24.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.2 miles (Pleasant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Highland Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hudson, NH and Auburn, NH, road signs point toward Concord, Seacoast and Chester.
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