Origin
Rochester, NH
Night in Rochester on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rochester, NH to Antrim, NH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
67.6 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rochester, NH
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Antrim, NH
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from Rochester, NH to Antrim, NH covers 67.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hanson Street, Wakefield Street, North Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.88 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
33.8 miles from Rochester, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 45m drive with frequent turns across 67.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hanson Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 Rochester, NH to Antrim, NH is easy. At 1h 45m 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 Rochester, NH to Antrim, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hanson Street | — | — |
| Wakefield Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Strafford Square Roundabout | — | — |
| Washington Street | — | — |
| Franklin Pierce Highway | — | — |
| Rochester Road | — | — |
| First New Hampshire Turnpike | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Hanson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester, NH and Antrim, NH.
1
Start on the route
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Hanson Street
246 ft
·
15 sec
·
Hanson Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Wakefield Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Wakefield Street
4
Keep slight left
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
5
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Main Street
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Strafford Square Roundabout
171 ft
·
4 sec
·
Strafford Square Roundabout
7
Exit the rotary onto Washington Street
7.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Washington Street
8
At the end of the road, turn right onto Franklin Pierce Highway
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Franklin Pierce Highway
9
Continue on Rochester Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Rochester Road
10
Turn right onto First New Hampshire Turnpike
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
First New Hampshire Turnpike
11
Continue on Dover Road
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Dover Road
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Epsom Circle
266 ft
·
7 sec
·
Epsom Circle
13
Exit the rotary onto Dover Road
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Dover Road
14
Keep slight right
4.6 mi
·
6 min
15
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
16
Take the exit straight toward I 93 South: Manchester, Lebanon
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 93 South: Manchester, Lebanon
17
Merge slight left onto Styles Bridges Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Styles Bridges Highway
18
Continue on Everett Turnpike
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Everett Turnpike
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
20
Merge slight left
7.8 mi
·
9 min
21
Take the exit slight left toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
22
Continue straight
14 mi
·
18 min
23
Take the exit slight right toward US 202 West: Peterborough
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 202 West: Peterborough
24
Turn sharp right onto Main Street
13 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
25
Turn left
213 ft
·
16 sec
26
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 33.8 miles from Rochester, NH, or about 52m 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.8 miles or 52m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Antrim, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Rochester, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rochester, NH
This is one driving day of about 67.6 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Rochester, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.8 mi from Rochester, NH · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.8 miles from Rochester, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Antrim, NH
The final approach into Antrim, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.88 one way
$21.77 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.97 | $23.95 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.95 | $25.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.93 | $29.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.46 | $4.33 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Antrim, NH
Night in Antrim on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
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
1 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 45m 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 Rochester, NH to Antrim, NH covers 67.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hanson Street, Wakefield Street, North Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.8 miles from Rochester, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.88 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.
The drive from Rochester, NH to Antrim, NH is easy. At 1h 45m 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 Rochester, NH to Antrim, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rochester, NH to Antrim, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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