Origin
Rochester, NH
Late night in Rochester on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rochester, NH to Bristol, NH
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
53.4 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
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6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rochester, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Bristol, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Rochester to Bristol, New Hampshire, expect a manageable 53.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 32 minutes to complete. This route is a straightforward one-day drive, making it an ideal choice if you prefer to reach your destination without the hassle of an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Mount Major Highway, Henry Wilson Highway, and NH 104. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel costs for this trip. Since both cities are located within the Northeast region, the transition between these two New Hampshire towns feels familiar and cohesive. Overall, this is a practical, efficient connection between the two areas that fits easily into a single afternoon.
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
26.7 miles from Rochester, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 53.4-mile trip offers a mixed drive profile, balancing various road types to keep the journey engaging. With a highway share of 41%, you will experience a combination of faster stretches and more conventional local driving. You should prepare for a bit of variety behind the wheel, as the road conditions shift as you transition between the designated highways. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 14-mile stretch along NH 104, which provides a steady rhythm to the latter portion of your drive. Because the route is not a monotonous interstate grind, you will find it requires a bit more focus as the road character evolves throughout the 1-hour and 32-minute transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
748 ft
229 ft
Total Climb
839 ft
Total Descent
605 ft
Highest Point
748 ft
~17.8 mi in
Elevation Range
520 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 Rochester, NH to Bristol, NH is easy. At 1h 32m 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 Bristol, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hanson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wakefield Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Strafford Square Roundabout | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Farmington Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Henry Wilson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Hanson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester, NH and Bristol, 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 1 toward Strafford Square Roundabout
39 ft
·
1 sec
·
Strafford Square Roundabout
7
Exit the rotary onto North Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
8
Continue on Farmington Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Farmington Road
9
Continue on NH Route 11
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
NH Route 11
10
Continue on Henry Wilson Highway
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Henry Wilson Highway
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
the route
12
Exit the roundabout
1.7 mi
·
2 min
13
Turn left onto Bay Hill Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Hill Road
14
Turn slight left onto East Side Drive
177 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Side Drive
15
Turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
16
Continue on Mt. Major Highway
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Mt. Major Highway
17
Continue on Mount Major Highway
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Mount Major Highway
18
Continue on Lakeshore Road
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Lakeshore Road
19
Turn right onto Weirs Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Weirs Road
20
Continue on Endicott Street East
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Endicott Street East
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Daniel Webster Highway
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
Daniel Webster Highway
22
Exit the roundabout onto Daniel Webster Highway
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
Daniel Webster Highway
23
Continue on Endicott Street North
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Endicott Street North
24
Continue on Daniel Webster Highway
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Daniel Webster Highway
25
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Daniel Webster Highway
118 ft
·
7 sec
·
Daniel Webster Highway
26
Exit the roundabout onto Daniel Webster Highway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Daniel Webster Highway
27
Turn left
8.2 mi
·
12 min
28
Continue straight
5.8 mi
·
10 min
29
Continue on Pleasant Street
125 ft
·
4 sec
·
Pleasant Street
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though hitting the road mid-morning can help you avoid potential local traffic. Because there are zero formal stops identified in the data, you should plan to fuel up before leaving Rochester to ensure your $9 gas budget is utilized efficiently. Take advantage of the 14-mile stretch on NH 104 to settle into a comfortable pace, as this is the longest continuous segment of your journey. Keep in mind that there are no scheduled breaks, so it is wise to handle any personal needs before you begin the drive. Being prepared for a non-stop experience will make this 53.4-mile trek much smoother and more enjoyable.
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 26.7 miles from Rochester, NH, or about 46m 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 53.4 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.7 miles or 46m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bristol, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rochester, 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 Rochester, NH
This is one driving day of about 53.4 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rochester, 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 26.7 mi from Rochester, NH · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 53.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.7 miles from Rochester, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristol, NH
The final approach into Bristol, 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 Bristol, 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
$8.55 one way
$17.10 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $9.37 | $18.74 |
| premium | $4.83 | $10.15 | $20.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.86 | $23.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Bristol, NH
Late night in Bristol on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
4 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
1h 32m 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 Bristol, NH covers 53.4 miles and takes about 1h 32m 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 26.7 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 $8.55 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 Bristol, NH is easy. At 1h 32m 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 Bristol, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rochester, NH to Bristol, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 229 ft to 748 ft elevation with about 839 ft of total climbing.
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