Origin
Pelham, NH
Late night in Pelham on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pelham, NH to Claremont, NH
Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
93.2 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
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6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pelham, NH
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Claremont, NH
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Pelham to Claremont, New Hampshire, covers 93.2 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 7 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $15 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes I-89, NH-11, and the Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway to navigate through the Northeast region. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that connects the southern part of the state to the western interior. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, the efficiency of this route makes it a simple commute for most drivers.
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
46.6 miles from Pelham, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip that is heavily weighted toward high-speed transit, with roughly 66% of your time spent on major highways. You will experience a mix of fast-paced interstate driving followed by transitions onto state routes as you approach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 34.7-mile segment on I-89, which allows for consistent cruising. As you move away from the starting point, the road character shifts from the busy corridors near Pelham to the more direct paths leading toward Claremont. Behind the wheel, you will find this to be a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and direct connectivity over winding backroads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Windham Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,208 ft
150 ft
Total Climb
1,487 ft
Total Descent
1,130 ft
Highest Point
1,208 ft
~63.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,057 ft
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 Pelham, NH to Claremont, NH is easy. At 2h 7m 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 Pelham, NH to Claremont, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Windham Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lowell Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Range Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gateway Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Indian Rock Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 93 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Alan B Shepard Jr Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Windham Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pelham, NH and Claremont, NH.
1
Start on Nashua Road
354 ft
·
10 sec
·
Nashua Road
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Windham Road
194 ft
·
11 sec
·
Windham Road
3
Exit the roundabout onto Windham Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Windham Road
4
Continue on Lowell Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lowell Road
5
Turn right onto Range Road
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Range Road
6
Continue on Gateway Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Gateway Boulevard
7
Turn left onto Indian Rock Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Indian Rock Road
8
Take the ramp slight right toward I 93 North
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 93 North
9
Merge slight left onto Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
10
Continue on Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
11
Continue on Alan B Shepard Highway
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Alan B Shepard Highway
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
7.1 mi
·
8 min
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I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
13
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Everett Turnpike
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
16
Merge slight left
35 mi
·
40 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward NH 11 West: New London, Sunapee, Newport, Claremont
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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NH 11 West: New London, Sunapee, Newport, Claremont
18
Keep slight left to continue on NH 11 West: New London, Sunapee, Newport, Claremont
154 ft
·
9 sec
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NH 11 West: New London, Sunapee, Newport, Claremont
19
Continue straight
10 mi
·
20 min
20
Turn left onto Cross Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Cross Street
21
At the end of the road, turn right onto Maple Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Maple Street
22
Continue on Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Elm Street
23
Continue on John Stark Highway
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
John Stark Highway
24
Continue on State Route 11
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 11
25
Continue on Washington Street
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Street
26
Continue on Broad Street
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Broad Street
27
Turn right onto Tremont Street
463 ft
·
6 sec
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Tremont Street
28
Keep slight right to continue on Main Street
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
Main Street
29
Turn right onto West Terrace Street
404 ft
·
19 sec
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West Terrace Street
30
Turn right onto Front Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Front Street
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road outside of peak traffic hours to ensure you maintain that estimated 2h 7m travel time without unnecessary delays. Because there are no scheduled stops required for this 93.2-mile distance, you can easily complete the trip in one go, though pulling over to stretch during the transition between I-89 and NH-11 is a good way to stay alert. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Pelham, as budgeting the $15 for gas is easier when you fill up at the start. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the morning rush while still arriving in Claremont with time to spare.
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 46.6 miles from Pelham, NH, or about 1h 3m 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 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 1h 3m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Claremont, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pelham, 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 Pelham, NH
This is one driving day of about 93.2 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pelham, 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 46.6 mi from Pelham, NH · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 46.6 miles from Pelham, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Claremont, NH
The final approach into Claremont, 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 Claremont, 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
$14.92 one way
$29.84 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $16.35 | $32.71 |
| premium | $4.83 | $17.72 | $35.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.71 | $41.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.79 | $4.47 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.96 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Claremont, NH
Late night in Claremont on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
3 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 7m 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 Pelham, NH to Claremont, NH covers 93.2 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Windham Road, Lowell Road, Range Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.6 miles from Pelham, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.92 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 Pelham, NH to Claremont, NH is easy. At 2h 7m 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 Pelham, NH to Claremont, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pelham, NH to Claremont, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 150 ft to 1,208 ft elevation with about 1,487 ft of total climbing.
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