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Summer Road Trips in New Hampshire

Routes

30

Avg Distance

129 mi

Avg Drive

2h 50m

Destinations

19

New Hampshire's summer drives offer a great mix of winding local roads and longer hauls, averaging 130 miles and under 3 hours. With a drive score of 9 across its 30 routes, you're set for engaging travel. Plenty of parks are accessible, and EV charging is excellent, with up to 21 DC fast chargers available. These routes are perfect for soaking in the season's warmth and long daylight hours.

Planning Tips

Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in New Hampshire that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 129 miles).

Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.

Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

Keene, NH → Berlin, NH

167 mi 3h 45m Score: 9/10

This 167-mile route stands out with a drive score of 9 and features excellent EV charging with 7 DC fast chargers. It's noted for its turn-heavy local driving experience, promising an engaging trip through the state.

Editor's pick

Berlin, NH → Salem, NH

151.7 mi 3h 18m Score: 9/10

Boasting an excellent 21 DC fast chargers along its 151.7 miles, this drive also scores a 9. Its profile as a turn-heavy local road suggests a dynamic and engaging experience for drivers.

Editor's pick

Hudson, NH → Berlin, NH

149.6 mi 3h 19m Score: 9/10

With a high drive score of 9 and 22 DC fast chargers, this 149.6-mile route offers a mixed driving profile. It's a solid option for exploring New Hampshire with reliable EV infrastructure.

Berlin, NH → Londonderry, NH

141.6 mi 3h 7m Score: 9/10

Derry, NH → Berlin, NH

141.4 mi 3h 4m Score: 9/10

Berlin, NH → Derry Village, NH

141.1 mi 3h 8m Score: 9/10

Berlin, NH → Merrimack, NH

140.4 mi 3h 7m Score: 9/10

Gorham, NH → Derry, NH

138.2 mi 2h 58m Score: 9/10

North Conway, NH → Keene, NH

135.1 mi 3h 22m Score: 9/10

Keene, NH → North Conway, NH

134.7 mi 3h 23m Score: 9/10

Berlin, NH → City of Manchester, NH

131.9 mi 2h 54m Score: 9/10

Berlin, NH → Manchester, NH

131.3 mi 2h 52m Score: 9/10

Gorham, NH → Bedford, NH

130.9 mi 2h 51m Score: 9/10

Bedford, NH → Gorham, NH

130.8 mi 2h 50m Score: 9/10

City of Manchester, NH → Groveton, NH

129.6 mi 2h 49m Score: 9/10

Lisbon, NH → Salem, NH

127.3 mi 2h 39m Score: 9/10

Charlestown, NH → Portsmouth, NH

123.1 mi 2h 41m Score: 9/10

Hooksett, NH → Berlin, NH

122.9 mi 2h 43m Score: 9/10

Derry, NH → Bartlett, NH

122.1 mi 2h 40m Score: 8/10

Winchester, NH → Portsmouth, NH

120.1 mi 2h 41m Score: 9/10

Lancaster, NH → Manchester, NH

119 mi 2h 29m Score: 9/10

Portsmouth, NH → Berlin, NH

117.8 mi 3h 6m Score: 9/10

North Conway, NH → Salem, NH

115.6 mi 2h 47m Score: 9/10

Keene, NH → Lisbon, NH

114.5 mi 2h 21m Score: 8/10

Woodsville, NH → Derry Village, NH

114.2 mi 2h 33m Score: 8/10

Concord, NH → Berlin, NH

113.9 mi 2h 30m Score: 9/10

Derry, NH → Bethlehem, NH

113.1 mi 2h 14m Score: 9/10

Derry, NH → Littleton, NH

112.6 mi 2h 12m Score: 9/10

Derry Village, NH → Bethlehem, NH

112.6 mi 2h 17m Score: 9/10

Nashua, NH → Franconia, NH

112.6 mi 2h 14m Score: 9/10

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