Origin
Salem, NH
Late night in Salem on Saturday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salem, NH to Somersworth, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
49.9 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salem, NH
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Somersworth, NH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Salem, NH to Somersworth, NH covers 49.9 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 495, Spaulding Turnpike, Blue Star Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.6 miles on I 495. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 49.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 10m highway drive covering 49.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 495 and Spaulding Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.6 miles on I 495.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 13.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and Spaulding Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles (I 95 / Blue Star Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.4 miles (Spaulding Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 North: Amesbury, Salisbury
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 North: Amesbury, Salisbury
6
25.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 95 / Blue Star Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Blue Star Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9
33.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Spaulding Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto Spaulding Turnpike toward US 4, NH 16: New Hampshire Lakes, White Mountains
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 4
Toward US 4, NH 16: New Hampshire Lakes, White...
8
46.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward NH 9, NH 108: Dover, Somersworth
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 9
Toward NH 9, NH 108: Dover, Somersworth
9
46.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Dover, Somersworth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Dover, Somersworth
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Salem, NH and Somersworth, NH, road signs point toward Salisbury, White Mountains and Dover.
Salisbury
4.9 mi in
|
~10m
White Mountains
33.4 mi in
|
~44m
|
via Spaulding Turnpike
Dover
46.5 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| Spaulding Turnpike | 13.1 mi | 17m |
| Blue Star Turnpike | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| I 95 | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| High Street | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| State Route 97 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Broadway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 13.6 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem, NH and Somersworth, NH.
1
Start on this road
113 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto NH 97
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on MA 97
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ayers Village Road
4
Continue on MA 97
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 97
5
Continue on MA 97
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 495 North: Amesbury, Salisbury
7
Merge onto I 495
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 495
8
Merge onto I 95
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 95
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Blue Star Turnpike
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Spaulding Turnpike
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Spaulding Turnpike
Exit 4
Toward US 4, NH 16: New Hampshire Lakes, White Mountains
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
471 ft
·
11 sec
Exit 9
Toward NH 9, NH 108: Dover, Somersworth
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
526 ft
·
13 sec
Toward Dover, Somersworth
Use the right lane.
13
Turn straight onto Indian Brook Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Indian Brook Drive
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on NH 9
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
High Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Highland Street
9 ft
·
0 sec
·
Highland Street
16
Arrive at destination
Highland Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25 mi from Salem, NH · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25 miles from Salem, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Somersworth, NH
The final approach into Somersworth, 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
$8.03 one way
$16.07 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.84 | $17.68 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.56 | $19.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.47
Spaulding Turnpike
(13.1 mi)
$0.92
Blue Star Turnpike
(7.8 mi)
$0.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Somersworth, NH
Late night in Somersworth on Saturday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 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 10m 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 Salem, NH to Somersworth, NH covers 49.9 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, Spaulding Turnpike, Blue Star Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25 miles from Salem, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.03 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles (I 95 / Blue Star Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.4 miles (Spaulding Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Salem, NH and Somersworth, NH, road signs point toward Salisbury, White Mountains and Dover.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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