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1h 38m
Distance
74.2 mi
119 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nashua, NH
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Alexandria, NH
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If you are planning a quick getaway within New Hampshire, the 74.2-mile journey from Nashua to Alexandria is a straightforward option. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 38 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $12, it remains an affordable trek for a weekend excursion. The route transitions you from the more populous southern region of the state toward the quieter northern landscapes. Given the short duration, you have plenty of flexibility to explore your destination once you arrive. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as an efficient connection between these two points.
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
Use the map to pace the middle of the drive
This trip offers a mixed driving experience, balancing high-speed transit with more localized travel. You will spend about 51% of your time on highways, providing a nice contrast to the slower segments. The longest uninterrupted portion of your journey covers 32 miles along the Everett Turnpike, allowing you to settle into a rhythm early on. As you transition onto the Styles Bridges Highway and eventually NH 104, the pace of the road shifts, requiring more attention to local traffic patterns. You should prepare for a drive that starts with the predictability of a turnpike before moving into the varied character of state-maintained roads.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
575 ft
Total Descent
116 ft
Highest Point
619 ft
~74.2 mi in
Elevation Range
460 ft
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.
The drive from Nashua, NH to Alexandria, NH is easy. At 1h 38m 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 Nashua, NH to Alexandria, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of choosing your departure time based on your personal schedule rather than worrying about strict pacing. Aim to leave during off-peak hours if you want to avoid potential congestion on the Everett Turnpike segment. Since the entire drive is under two hours, you likely won't need a formal rest stop, but keeping a small amount of cash on hand for the $12 fuel estimate is a smart move. Use your flexibility to leave earlier in the day to maximize your time in Alexandria. Since the route relies on NH 104 for the final stretch, keep an eye out for speed limit changes as you transition from highway driving to more local road conditions.
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.
Open the route before leaving Nashua, 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 Nashua, NH
This is one driving day of about 74.2 miles and 1h 38m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The final approach into Alexandria, 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 Alexandria, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.88 one way
$23.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $13.02 | $26.04 |
| premium | $4.83 | $14.10 | $28.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.48 | $32.97 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.79 | $3.56 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.49 | $2.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.39 | $4.75 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Nashua on Monday
Local time
4:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Alexandria on Monday
Local time
4:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
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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