Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
42m
Distance
28.7 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
17 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Londonderry, NH
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Bow, NH
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The drive from Londonderry, NH to Bow, NH covers 28.7 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 93, Everett Turnpike, Alan B Shepard Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.1 miles on I 93. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 28.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
17 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: excellent.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
The drive from Londonderry, NH to Bow, NH covers 28.7 miles and takes about 42m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 28.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left toward I 93 North
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Bow
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn sharp left onto White Rock Hill Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Londonderry, NH and Bow, NH, road signs point toward Plymouth and White River Junction Vermont.
Plymouth
White River Junction Vermont
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Everett Turnpike | 7 mi | 8m |
| Alan B Shepard Highway | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Mammoth Road | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| Bow Center Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Rockingham Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Logging Hill Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| I 89 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Londonderry, NH and Bow, NH.
Start on NH 128
Turn right onto Smith Lane
Turn straight onto NH 28
Turn left
Merge onto I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 89
Take the exit
Turn right onto South Street
Continue on Logging Hill Road
Continue on Bow Center Road
Turn right onto Branch Londonderry Turnpike West
Turn sharp left onto White Rock Hill Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.3 mi from Londonderry, NH · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 14.3 miles from Londonderry, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bow, 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 Bow, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.62 one way
$9.24 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.08 | $10.17 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.50 | $10.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.49
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$0
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
17 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Hooksett, NH
12 DCFC
Hooksett Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Hooksett, NH
12 DCFC
Hooksett Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Hooksett, NH
10 DCFC
South Willow Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Manchester, NH
8 DCFC
Grappone Ford
Bow, NH
6 DCFC
33 Nashua Rd
Londonderry, NH
4 DCFC
AutoFair Honda
Manchester, NH
4 DCFC
AutoFair Hyundai in Manchester
Manchester, NH
4 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Londonderry on Thursday
Local time
1:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Bow on Thursday
Local time
1:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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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