Origin
Seabrook, NH
Night in Seabrook on Tuesday
Local time
10:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seabrook, NH to Nashua, NH
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
59m
Distance
41.2 mi
66 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seabrook, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Nashua, NH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Seabrook, NH to Nashua, NH covers 41.2 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 495, I 93, Haverhill Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.3 miles on I 495. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.63 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
20.6 miles from Seabrook, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 59m highway drive covering 41.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 495 and I 93. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.3 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 22 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 16.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 495 and I 93. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 41.2 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 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 495): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Boston
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Boston
8
3.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 495
Keep slight right at fork onto I 495 toward I 495 South: Worcester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 89
Toward I 495 South: Worcester
8
19.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 105
Toward MA 213: Methuen, Salem New Hampshire, Ma...
8
29.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward NH 111: Windham, North Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward NH 111: Windham, North Salem
9
29.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NH 111: Windham, North Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward NH 111: Windham, North Salem
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Seabrook, NH and Nashua, NH, road signs point toward Salem New Hampshire, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and Salem.
Salem New Hampshire
19.6 mi in
|
~23m
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
19.6 mi in
|
~23m
Salem
29.4 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 16.3 mi | 18m |
| I 93 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Haverhill Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Loop Connector | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Central Street | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Blue Star Turnpike | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Indian Rock Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Ferry Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 16.3 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seabrook, NH and Nashua, NH.
1
Start on this road
68 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 1
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Lafayette Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn right onto NH 107
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
NH 107
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 95 South: Boston
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Blue Star Turnpike
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 495
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 495
Exit 89
Toward I 495 South: Worcester
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 105
Toward MA 213: Methuen, Salem New Hampshire, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on MA 213
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Loop Connector
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 1B
Toward I 93 North: Concord New Hampshire
10
Merge onto I 93
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 93
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 3
Toward NH 111: Windham, North Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
450 ft
·
12 sec
Toward NH 111: Windham, North Salem
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto NH 111
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Indian Rock Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on Haverhill Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Haverhill Road
16
Continue on NH 111
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Central Street
17
Turn right onto NH 111
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Burnham Road
18
Continue on NH 111
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Ferry Street
19
Continue on NH 111
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
20
Continue on NH 101A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Canal Street
21
At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A
483 ft
·
18 sec
·
Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
NH 101A
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 20.6 miles from Seabrook, NH, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.3 miles.
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 41.2 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.6 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashua, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Seabrook, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Seabrook, NH
This is one driving day of about 41.2 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Seabrook, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 495 for about 16.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.6 mi from Seabrook, NH · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Seabrook, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nashua, NH
The final approach into Nashua, 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 Nashua, 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
$6.63 one way
$13.27 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.30 | $14.60 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.89 | $15.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.17
Blue Star Turnpike
(2.4 mi)
$0.17
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Nashua, NH
Night in Nashua on Tuesday
Local time
10:11 PM
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
12 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
59m 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 Seabrook, NH to Nashua, NH covers 41.2 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 495, I 93, Haverhill Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.6 miles from Seabrook, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.63 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 is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 41.2 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 495): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Seabrook, NH and Nashua, NH, road signs point toward Salem New Hampshire, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and Salem.
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