Spanning 74.9 miles across New Hampshire, this route connects Alexandria to Nashua in approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes. It is a straightforward trip that fits perfectly into a single day, making it ideal for those who prefer to complete their travel in one sitting. With a fuel budget of roughly $12, you can expect an economical and efficient journey through the heart of the Northeast. Because the drive is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your final destination requires extra time. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick excursion, this path provides a reliable link between the two towns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.4 miles from Alexandria, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Everett Turnpike
32.7 mi
40m
Styles Bridges Highway
15.7 mi
17m
Senator Styles Bridges Highway
15.4 mi
17m
Summer Street
4.4 mi
7m
Bristol Hill Road
1.1 mi
2m
New Hampshire Highway 104
1.1 mi
2m
Broad Street
0.8 mi
2m
Plumer Hill Road
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Everett Turnpike
— 32.7 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, NH and Nashua, NH.
1
Start on Town Pound Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Town Pound Road
2
Turn left onto Thissell Road
0.4 mi·51 sec·Thissell Road
3
Continue on Plumer Hill Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Plumer Hill Road
4
Continue on Bristol Hill Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Bristol Hill Road
5
Turn straight onto NH 3A
0.4 mi·1 min·Lake Street
6
Continue on Pleasant Street
0.2 mi·28 sec·Pleasant Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on NH 104
4.4 mi·7 min·Summer Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
Continue on NH 104
1.1 mi·2 min·New Hampshire Highway 104
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 93 South: Tilton, ConcordUse the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 93
15 mi·16 min·Styles Bridges Highway
11
Continue on I 93
15 mi·17 min·Senator Styles Bridges Highway
12
Continue on I 93
0.7 mi·1 min·Styles Bridges Highway
13
Continue on I 93
8.9 mi·10 min·Everett Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
2.0 mi·2 min·Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 293
8.2 mi·10 min·Everett Turnpike
Toward I 293 South: Manchester, NashuaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Everett Turnpike
14 mi·17 min·Everett Turnpike
Toward Merrimack, Nashua
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 6Toward NH 130: Hollis
18
Keep slight left at fork
241 ft·7 sec
Toward NH 130 East: Nashua
19
Turn left onto NH 130
0.8 mi·2 min·Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
20
At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A
0.7 mi·1 min·Amherst Street
21
Turn right onto NH 101A
27 ft·0 sec·Main Street
Use the right lane.
22
Arrive at destination
NH 101A
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable trip under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire journey without needing to plan for formal stops, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave Alexandria is a smart move. Given the highway-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid peak commuting hours on the Everett Turnpike to ensure a smoother experience. Because you won't need to split this into multiple days, use the time saved to enjoy your destination in Nashua immediately upon arrival. Always keep your navigation apps ready, especially as you transition between the local highways and the turnpike infrastructure.
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 37.4 miles from Alexandria, NH, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 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 16 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.4 miles or 50m 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 22m
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 Alexandria, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alexandria, NH
This is one driving day of about 74.9 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Alexandria, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Everett Turnpike for about 32.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.1 and 73.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
9.1 mi into trip|~18m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 South: Tilton, Concord
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 93 South: Tilton, Concord
6
49.3 mi into trip|~1h 4m 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
51.3 mi into trip|~1h 6m 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
59.5 mi into trip|~1h 17m 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
73.3 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NH 130 East: Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward NH 130 East: Nashua
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.06 one way
$24.12 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.27
$26.53
premium
$4.86
$14.34
$28.69
diesel
$5.61
$16.54
$33.07
Estimated Tolls: $2.28
Everett Turnpike
(13.6 mi)$0.95
Everett Turnpike
(10.9 mi)$0.76
Everett Turnpike
(8.2 mi)$0.57
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
$12
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.5
0
$7.86
$3.60
Efficient EV
18.7
0
$6.55
$3.00
EV Truck/SUV
30
0
$10.49
$4.79
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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Alexandria, NH
Morning
in Alexandria on Sunday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Nashua, NH
Morning
in Nashua on Sunday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
SW 10 to 15 mph17% chanceLive 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
22 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
1h 39m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from local roads to more structured highway travel. You will spend about 45% of your time on highways, specifically utilizing the Everett Turnpike and the Styles Bridges Highway. The longest uninterrupted section occurs on the Everett Turnpike, where you will cover 32.7 miles of road. This variation keeps the drive engaging, as you shift from the character of secondary roads onto the more direct, faster-paced stretches of the turnpike. By the time you reach Nashua, you will have navigated a balanced mix of road types that defines the transit through this part of the state.
45% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.7 mi on Everett Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 9.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.3 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.3 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Alexandria, NH and Nashua, NH, road signs point toward Concord and Merrimack.
Nashua is a city in the southern part of New Hampshire. It is the state's second largest city behind Manchester with a population of about 88,000 (2016).
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 74.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.7 miles on Everett Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.28 in tolls one way, starting with Everett Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Nashua, NH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through NH can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.3 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.3 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nashua, NH before heading back.
