Origin
Madison, NH
Evening in Madison on Tuesday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, NH to Nashua, NH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h
Distance
103.2 mi
166 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
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6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Nashua, NH
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Trip Overview
This 103.2-mile journey from Madison to Nashua, New Hampshire, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours to complete. You'll navigate primarily on local roads like Village Road and Plains Road, with no highway driving to speak of, making it a leisurely, turn-heavy experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this trip is budget-friendly. The drive stays within the Northeast region, offering a straightforward route through the Granite State. Consider this an easy day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
51.6 miles from Madison, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 103.2-mile route. With a highway share of 0%, you won't encounter any high-speed interstate stretches. The longest uninterrupted segment is not specified, but the 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent changes in direction and potentially slower speeds. As you transition from Madison to Nashua, you'll be on roads like Village Road and Plains Road, giving you a feel for the local New Hampshire landscape without the urgency of highway travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Village Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Madison, NH to Nashua, NH is easy. At 2h 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 Madison, NH to Nashua, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Village Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Plains Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| White Mountain Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ossipee Mountain Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bear Camp Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Whittier Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Whittier Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Village Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, NH and Nashua, NH.
1
Start on the route
154 ft
·
13 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Village Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Village Road
3
Turn left onto Plains Road
5.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Plains Road
4
Turn left onto White Mountain Highway
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
White Mountain Highway
5
Turn right onto Ossipee Mountain Highway
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Ossipee Mountain Highway
6
Continue on Bear Camp Highway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Bear Camp Highway
7
Continue on Whittier Road
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Whittier Road
8
Continue on State Route 25
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 25
9
Continue on Whittier Highway
12 mi
·
22 min
·
Whittier Highway
10
Continue on Whittier Street
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Whittier Street
11
Continue on Winnipesaukee Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Winnipesaukee Street
12
Turn left onto Daniel Webster Highway
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Daniel Webster Highway
13
Turn slight right
8.3 mi
·
12 min
14
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
15
Take the ramp right toward I 93 South: Tilton, Concord
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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I 93 South: Tilton, Concord
16
Merge slight left onto Styles Bridges Highway
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Styles Bridges Highway
17
Continue on Senator Styles Bridges Highway
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Senator Styles Bridges Highway
18
Continue on Styles Bridges Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Styles Bridges Highway
19
Continue on Everett Turnpike
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Everett Turnpike
20
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Everett Turnpike
21
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
8.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Everett Turnpike
22
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Everett Turnpike
23
Take the exit slight right toward NH 130: Hollis
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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NH 130: Hollis
24
Keep slight left to continue on NH 130 East: Nashua
240 ft
·
8 sec
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NH 130 East: Nashua
25
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
26
At the end of the road, turn right onto Amherst Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Amherst Street
27
Turn right onto Main Street
26 ft
·
1 sec
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Main Street
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
This 2-hour drive is easily manageable in one day, so you have the flexibility to leave when you're ready. Given the 103.2-mile distance and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, plan for frequent, short stops rather than one long break. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $17, and it's wise to fill up before departing Madison if you're starting with a low tank. A concrete tip: be mindful of the numerous turns indicated by the route's profile; pre-checking your GPS for upcoming intersections can help maintain a smooth pace.
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 51.6 miles from Madison, NH, or about 1h into the drive.
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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.6 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashua, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Madison, 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 Madison, NH
This is one driving day of about 103.2 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Madison, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.6 mi from Madison, NH · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.6 miles from Madison, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nashua, NH
The final approach into Nashua, 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 Nashua, 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
$16.61 one way
$33.23 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $18.28 | $36.56 |
| premium | $4.86 | $19.76 | $39.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.79 | $45.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31 | 0 | $10.84 | $4.95 |
| Efficient EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.03 | $4.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.45 | $6.60 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Nashua, NH
Evening in Nashua on Tuesday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 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 Madison, NH to Nashua, NH covers 103.2 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Village Road, Plains Road, White Mountain Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.6 miles from Madison, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.61 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.
The drive from Madison, NH to Nashua, NH is easy. At 2h with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Madison, NH to Nashua, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Madison, NH to Nashua, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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