Drive Time
37m
Distance
29.9 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Photo: Mohan Nannapaneni
If you are planning a quick trip across the Northeast, this 29.9-mile journey between Lebanon and Claremont is a straightforward affair. You can easily complete the drive in about 37 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting about $5 for fuel should cover your needs for this short hop through New Hampshire. Since the route is so compact, there is no need to worry about overnight splits or complex logistics. It is a practical, efficient connection that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary fuss.
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
14.9 miles from Lebanon, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 81% of this route consists of interstate driving. You will spend the majority of your time on I-91 and I-89, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 18.4 miles along I-91. The road feels fast and utilitarian, prioritizing speed over local scenery. As you transition from the interstate onto Main Street, the pace shifts from a high-speed cruise to a standard local road environment. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that rewards drivers looking for efficiency.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and I 89. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 4 / East Park Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (US 4 / East Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 4 / West Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 4 / Hanover Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto US 4 / East Park Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 4 / West Park Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 4 / Hanover Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left toward I 89 North, NH 10 North: West Lebanon, Vermont
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward VT 131: Ascutney, Windsor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Lebanon, NH to Claremont, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Windsor along the way.
Windsor
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 18.4 mi | 21m |
| I 89 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Hanover Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Vermont Route 131 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Vermont Route 12 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Front Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Park Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon, NH and Claremont, NH.
Start on US 4
At end of road, turn left onto US 4
Continue on East Park Street
Turn straight
Turn right onto US 4
Turn right onto US 4
Continue on NH 120
Continue on NH 120
Turn left
Merge onto I 89; NH 10
Take the exit
Merge onto I 91
Take the exit
Turn left onto VT 131
Continue on VT 12
Continue on NH 12; NH 103
Turn left onto West Terrace Street
Turn right onto Front Street
Arrive at destination
Because this is a short, 37-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any intermediate stops, so feel free to head out whenever it suits your schedule. Keep in mind that since the vast majority of your travel is on major interstates, staying alert during the 18.4-mile stretch on I-91 is key. With no scheduled stops required, you can focus on a direct arrival in Claremont. Use the time saved on the road to enjoy your destination rather than worrying about mid-trip logistics.
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 29.9 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.9 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Claremont, NH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lebanon, 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 Lebanon, NH
This is one driving day of about 29.9 miles and 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.9 mi from Lebanon, NH · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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.
A short stop after about 29.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 14.9 miles from Lebanon, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Claremont, 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 Claremont, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.79 one way
$9.57 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $5.25 | $10.49 |
| premium | $4.83 | $5.68 | $11.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.64 | $13.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Lebanon on Saturday
Local time
5:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Claremont on Saturday
Local time
5:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
48°F
Albany, NY
15 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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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