Origin
Merrimack, NH
Late night in Merrimack on Monday
Local time
5:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Merrimack, NH to Franklin, NH
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
47.7 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
19 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Merrimack, NH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Merrimack, NH to Franklin, NH covers 47.7 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Everett Turnpike, Styles Bridges Highway, Daniel Webster Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.4 miles on Everett Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
23.8 miles from Merrimack, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Merrimack, NH to Franklin, NH covers 47.7 miles and takes about 1h 9m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Everett Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 21.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 4.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 47.7 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 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.8 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward Concord, Nashua
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Concord, Nashua
6
4.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Bedford, Manchester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Bedford, Manchester
4
16.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
43.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward NH 132: Northfield, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 19
Toward NH 132: Northfield, Franklin
6
44.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 3; NH 11 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 3; NH 11 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Merrimack, NH and Franklin, NH, road signs point toward Concord, Nashua, Bedford and Manchester.
Concord
4.2 mi in
|
~9m
Nashua
4.2 mi in
|
~9m
Bedford
4.7 mi in
|
~10m
Manchester
4.7 mi in
|
~10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 21.4 mi | 26m |
| Styles Bridges Highway | 16.5 mi | 18m |
| Daniel Webster Highway | 3.8 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| Central Street | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| Park Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South River Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Highland Mountain Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Everett Turnpike
— 21.4 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Merrimack, NH and Franklin, NH.
1
Start on Loop Road
82 ft
·
6 sec
·
Loop Road
2
Turn straight onto Daniel Webster Highway
3.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Daniel Webster Highway
3
Continue on South River Road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South River Road
4
Take the ramp right toward Concord, Nashua
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Concord, Nashua
5
Merge slight left onto Raymond Wieczorek Drive
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Raymond Wieczorek Drive
6
Keep slight right to continue on Bedford, Manchester
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bedford, Manchester
7
Merge slight left onto Everett Turnpike
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Everett Turnpike
8
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Everett Turnpike
9
Continue on Styles Bridges Highway
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Styles Bridges Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward NH 132: Northfield, Franklin
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
NH 132: Northfield, Franklin
11
Turn left onto Highland Mountain Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Highland Mountain Road
12
Continue on Park Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street
13
Turn left onto Main Street
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
14
Continue on Central Street
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Central Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 23.8 miles from Merrimack, NH, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.4 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 47.7 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.8 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Merrimack, 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 Merrimack, NH
This is one driving day of about 47.7 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Merrimack, 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 Everett Turnpike for about 21.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.8 mi from Merrimack, NH · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 47.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 miles from Merrimack, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Franklin, NH
The final approach into Franklin, 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 Franklin, 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
$7.64 one way
$15.27 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
| premium | $4.83 | $9.07 | $18.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.60 | $21.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
19 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Hooksett, NH
Tesla
12 DCFC
Hooksett Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Hooksett, NH
Tesla
12 DCFC
Concord Crossing - Tesla Supercharger
Concord, NH
Tesla
12 DCFC
Hooksett Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Hooksett, NH
Tesla
10 DCFC
South Willow Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Manchester, NH
Tesla
8 DCFC
Dunkin' - Tesla Supercharger
Tilton, NH
Tesla
8 DCFC
Simon Merrimack PO (Merrimack, NH)
Merrimack, NH
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Grappone Ford
Bow, NH
FORD_CHARGE
6 DCFC
Tesla: 6
ChargePoint Network: 5
Blink Network: 3
Electrify America: 2
Non-Networked: 1
SHELL_RECHARGE: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Franklin, NH
Late night in Franklin on Monday
Local time
5:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
1h 9m 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 Merrimack, NH to Franklin, NH covers 47.7 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Everett Turnpike, Styles Bridges Highway, Daniel Webster Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.8 miles from Merrimack, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.64 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 demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 47.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.8 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Merrimack, NH and Franklin, NH, road signs point toward Concord, Nashua, Bedford and Manchester.
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