Drive Time
48m
Distance
31 mi
50 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
The drive from Newton, NH to Londonderry, NH covers 31 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 93, Loop Connector, Newton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.6 miles on I 93. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.96 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
15.5 miles from Newton, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
The drive from Newton, NH to Londonderry, NH covers 31 miles and takes about 48m, 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 7.4 miles in near MA 110; MA 113 / Washington Square.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 31 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 7.4 miles (MA 110; MA 113 / Washington Square): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto MA 110; MA 113 / Washington Square
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward MA 213: Methuen, Salem New Hampshire, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Concord New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward NH 102: Derry, Londonderry
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward NH 102 West: Londonderry, Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Newton, NH and Londonderry, NH, road signs point toward Salem New Hampshire, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and Nashua.
Salem New Hampshire
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Nashua
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 11.6 mi | 13m |
| Loop Connector | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Newton Road | 3 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| I 495 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Pillsbury Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Kenoza Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Newton, NH and Londonderry, NH.
Start on Highland Street
Turn right onto NH 108
Continue on NH 108
Turn straight onto MA 110
At end of road, turn left onto MA 110; MA 125
Turn right onto MA 110
Continue on MA 110
At end of road, turn right onto MA 110; MA 113
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
Continue on MA 110; MA 113
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Continue on MA 213
Take the exit
Merge onto I 93
Continue on I 93
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto NH 102
Turn right onto Gilcreast Road
Continue on Pillsbury Road
Continue on Pillsbury Road
Turn right onto NH 128
Arrive at destination
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.
First stop
Around 31 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.5 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Londonderry, NH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Newton, 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 Newton, NH
This is one driving day of about 31 miles and 48m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.5 mi from Newton, NH · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from Newton, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Londonderry, 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 Londonderry, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.96 one way
$9.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $5.44 | $10.88 |
| premium | $4.83 | $5.89 | $11.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.89 | $13.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Newton on Saturday
Local time
7:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Londonderry on Saturday
Local time
7:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
48°F
Albany, NY
16 mi in
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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