Origin
Sutton, NH
Evening in Sutton on Friday
Local time
7:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sutton, NH to Nashua, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
61.3 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sutton, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Nashua, NH
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Trip Overview
Sutton, NH to Nashua, NH is 61.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 20 minutes via Everett Turnpike, I-89, and State Route 114, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Hampshire, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a drive that's predominantly highway, making it a straightforward journey. Given its short duration and low fuel cost, it’s a convenient option for a quick trip between these locations.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 61.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of the drive taking place on faster roads. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 29.4 miles on the Everett Turnpike, offering a sustained period of highway travel. The profile suggests a predominantly high-speed experience, minimizing time spent on slower, local roads. Be prepared for a consistent driving pace for the majority of this 61.3-mile journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Everett Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 29.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Everett Turnpike and I 89. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.5 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 61.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.8 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.8 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
29.5 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
6
35.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
37.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
I 293 / Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 293 / Everett Turnpike toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua
6
46 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto Everett Turnpike toward Merrimack, Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Merrimack, Nashua
6
59.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NH 130 East: Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward NH 130 East: Nashua
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sutton, NH and Nashua, NH, road signs point toward Boston and Merrimack.
Boston
29.5 mi in
|
~37m
Merrimack
46 mi in
|
~58m
|
via Everett Turnpike
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 29.4 mi | 36m |
| I 89 | 26.7 mi | 31m |
| State Route 114 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Gile Pond Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Broad Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Amherst Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Village Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Everett Turnpike
— 29.4 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sutton, NH and Nashua, NH.
1
Start on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto Village Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Village Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto NH 114
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 114
4
Turn right onto Gile Pond Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Gile Pond Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
6
Merge onto I 89
27 mi
·
31 min
·
I 89
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
8
Merge onto I 93
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Everett Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 293
8.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto Everett Turnpike
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Toward Merrimack, Nashua
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 6
Toward NH 130: Hollis
13
Keep slight left at fork
241 ft
·
7 sec
Toward NH 130 East: Nashua
14
Turn left onto NH 130
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
15
At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Amherst Street
16
Turn right onto NH 101A
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
17
Arrive at destination
NH 101A
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.7 mi from Sutton, NH · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.7 miles from Sutton, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.87 one way
$19.74 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.86 | $21.72 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.53 | $27.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.06
Everett Turnpike
(13.6 mi)
$0.95
Everett Turnpike
(8.2 mi)
$0.57
Everett Turnpike
(7.6 mi)
$0.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.36 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Nashua, NH
Evening in Nashua on Friday
Local time
7:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Concord, NH
31 mi in
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
13 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 20m 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 Sutton, NH to Nashua, NH covers 61.3 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Everett Turnpike, I 89, State Route 114. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.7 miles from Sutton, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.87 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 61.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.8 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.8 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Sutton, NH and Nashua, NH, road signs point toward Boston and Merrimack.
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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