Origin
Nashua, NH
Late night in Nashua on Monday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nashua, NH to Hampton Falls, NH
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
43 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
22 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Nashua, NH to Hampton Falls, NH covers 43 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 495, I 93, Loop Connector for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.8 miles on I 495. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.88 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
21.5 miles from Nashua, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Nashua, NH to Hampton Falls, NH covers 43 miles and takes about 1h 3m, 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 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 495 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.8 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 early in the drive near Lowell Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 43 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: near the start (Lowell Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Lowell Street
Turn right onto Lowell Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
17.5 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward MA 213 East: Methuen, Haverhill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward MA 213 East: Methuen, Haverhill
7
21.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 North: Haverhill, Salisbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5B
Toward I 495 North: Haverhill, Salisbury
8
40.7 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward NH 107: Seabrook, Kingston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1
Toward NH 107: Seabrook, Kingston
7
41 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Nashua, NH and Hampton Falls, NH, road signs point toward Haverhill, Salisbury and Kingston.
Haverhill
17.5 mi in
|
~29m
Salisbury
21.4 mi in
|
~35m
Kingston
40.7 mi in
|
~58m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| I 93 | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| Loop Connector | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Haverhill Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Central Street | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 95 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Lafayette Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Indian Rock Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 16.8 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nashua, NH and Hampton Falls, NH.
1
Start on NH 101A
27 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Lowell Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Lowell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto NH 101A
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Canal Street
4
Continue on NH 101A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
5
Continue on NH 111
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Ferry Street
6
Continue on NH 111
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Burnham Road
7
Turn left onto NH 111
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Central Street
8
Continue on NH 111
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Haverhill Road
9
Continue on NH 111
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Indian Rock Road
10
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 93 South
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 93
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
I 93
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 48
Toward MA 213 East: Methuen, Haverhill
13
Merge onto MA 213
250 ft
·
5 sec
·
Loop Connector
Exit 1A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
14
Continue on MA 213
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Loop Connector
Exit 48
Toward MA 213 East: Methuen
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5B
Toward I 495 North: Haverhill, Salisbury
16
Merge onto I 495
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 95
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 1
Toward NH 107: Seabrook, Kingston
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
448 ft
·
12 sec
Use the right lane.
20
Turn straight onto NH 107
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
NH 107
21
Turn left onto US 1
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Lafayette Road
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto Depot Road
78 ft
·
3 sec
·
Depot Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
Depot Road
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 21.5 miles from Nashua, NH, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.8 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 43 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.5 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton Falls, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Nashua, 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 Nashua, NH
This is one driving day of about 43 miles and 1h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nashua, 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 I 495 for about 16.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.5 mi from Nashua, NH · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Nashua, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hampton Falls, NH
The final approach into Hampton Falls, 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 Hampton Falls, 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
$6.88 one way
$13.77 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $7.55 | $15.09 |
| premium | $4.83 | $8.17 | $16.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.55 | $19.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
22 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
The 440 - Tesla Supercharger
Tyngsborough, MA
Tesla
12 DCFC
The Mall At Rockingham Park - Tesla Supercharger
Salem, NH
Tesla
12 DCFC
Lawrence, MA - Tesla Supercharger
Lawrence, MA
Tesla
12 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Methuen, MA
Tesla
8 DCFC
Simon Merrimack PO (Merrimack, NH)
Merrimack, NH
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Fermin Family LLC
Lawrence, MA
RED_E
6 DCFC
Georges Bakery Sunshine Foods
Methuen, MA
RED_E
6 DCFC
Simon Pheasant Lane Mall (Nashua, NH)
Nashua, NH
Electrify America
4 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 7
Tesla: 4
Electrify America: 3
eVgo Network: 2
RED_E: 2
EVIUM: 1
EV Connect: 1
TURNONGREEN: 1
EPIC_CHARGING: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Hampton Falls, NH
Late night in Hampton Falls on Monday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
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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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
1h 3m 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 Nashua, NH to Hampton Falls, NH covers 43 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, I 93, Loop Connector. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.5 miles from Nashua, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.88 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 14 significant decision points across 43 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: near the start (Lowell Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Nashua, NH and Hampton Falls, NH, road signs point toward Haverhill, Salisbury and Kingston.
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