Origin
Sunapee, NH
Late night in Sunapee on Monday
Local time
2:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sunapee, NH to Hudson, NH
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
73.2 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
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6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hudson, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
The drive from Sunapee, NH to Hudson, NH covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 11, State Route 11, I 93 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.72 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
36.6 miles from Sunapee, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 36m drive with frequent turns across 73.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 11 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 Sunapee, NH to Hudson, NH is easy. At 1h 36m 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 Sunapee, NH to Hudson, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 93 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Everett Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NH 130 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NH 130 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Broad Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Amherst Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Route 11
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunapee, NH and Hudson, NH.
1
Start on Route 11
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Route 11
2
Continue on State Route 11
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 11
3
Take the exit slight right
32 mi
·
37 min
4
Continue straight
2.6 mi
·
3 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
6
Merge slight right onto Everett Turnpike
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Everett Turnpike
7
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Everett Turnpike
8
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
8.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Everett Turnpike
9
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Everett Turnpike
10
Take the exit slight right toward NH 130: Hollis
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
NH 130: Hollis
11
Keep slight left to continue on NH 130 East: Nashua
240 ft
·
8 sec
·
NH 130 East: Nashua
12
Turn left onto Broad Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
13
At the end of the road, turn right onto Amherst Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Amherst Street
14
Continue on Lowell Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Lowell Street
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Canal Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Canal Street
16
Continue on Bridge Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
17
Continue on Ferry Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Ferry Street
18
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 36.6 miles from Sunapee, NH, or about 48m 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 73.2 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 48m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hudson, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sunapee, 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 Sunapee, NH
This is one driving day of about 73.2 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sunapee, 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 36.6 mi from Sunapee, NH · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Sunapee, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hudson, NH
The final approach into Hudson, 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 Hudson, 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
$11.72 one way
$23.44 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $12.84 | $25.69 |
| premium | $4.83 | $13.91 | $27.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.26 | $32.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Hudson, NH
Late night in Hudson on Monday
Local time
2:57 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
21 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 36m 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 Sunapee, NH to Hudson, NH covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 11, State Route 11, I 93 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Sunapee, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.72 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 Sunapee, NH to Hudson, NH is easy. At 1h 36m 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 Sunapee, NH to Hudson, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sunapee, NH to Hudson, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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