Origin
Amherst, NH
Late night in Amherst on Sunday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Amherst, NH to Pelham, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
23.9 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Amherst, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Pelham, NH
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through the Northeast, the 23.9-mile journey from Amherst to Pelham, New Hampshire, is an efficient trip that fits easily into a single day. Expect to spend about 44 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal choice for a straightforward local commute or a short afternoon outing. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, the route is highly economical for most vehicles. You will primarily utilize NH 101A, the Everett Turnpike, and Marsh Road to navigate between these two points. Because the entire drive takes less than an hour, there is no need for an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to complete the trip and return home with ease.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101A | 6.8 mi | 14m |
| Everett Turnpike | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Marsh Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Ponemah Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Dracut Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| Sherburne Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Circumferential Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Boston Post Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101A
— 6.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amherst, NH and Pelham, NH.
1
Start on NH 122
55 ft
·
10 sec
·
Amherst Street
2
Turn left onto NH 122
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Boston Post Road
3
Continue on NH 122
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Ponemah Road
4
Turn left onto NH 101A
6.8 mi
·
14 min
·
NH 101A
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge onto US 3
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Everett Turnpike
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 2
Toward Hudson
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
Toward Daniel Webster Highway North, South Nashua
9
Continue on Circumferential Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Circumferential Highway
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward NH 3A South: Tyngsborough MA
11
Turn straight onto NH 3A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lowell Road
12
Turn slight left onto Dracut Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Dracut Road
13
Turn left onto Sherburne Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Sherburne Road
14
At end of road, turn left
202 ft
·
4 sec
15
Turn slight right onto NH 128
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Mammoth Road
16
Turn slight right onto NH 111A
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Marsh Road
17
Enter roundabout onto NH 111A
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Marsh Road
18
Continue on NH 111A
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Marsh Road
19
Enter roundabout onto Nashua Road
160 ft
·
9 sec
·
Nashua Road
20
Continue on Nashua Road
347 ft
·
9 sec
·
Nashua Road
21
Arrive at destination
Nashua Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 23.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NH 122 / Boston Post Road
Turn left onto NH 122 / Boston Post Road
Navigation decision point
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward Hudson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 2
Toward Hudson
6
14.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Daniel Webster Highway North, South Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Daniel Webster Highway North, South Nash...
5
16.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NH 3A South: Tyngsborough MA
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward NH 3A South: Tyngsborough MA
5
23.8 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Nashua Road
Enter roundabout onto Nashua Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.85 one way
$7.70 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.23 | $8.47 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.58 | $9.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.28 | $10.55 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.31
Everett Turnpike
(4.5 mi)
$0.31
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$0
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Pelham, NH
Late night in Pelham on Sunday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
44m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip functions as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul. While about 19 miles of the 23.9-mile total take place on highways, the experience is defined by shifting road types as you transition between larger thoroughfares and local streets. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 6.8 miles on NH 101A, providing a brief period of steady cruising. Expect the character of the road to change frequently as you navigate turns and local intersections. It is a practical, functional drive that requires your full attention rather than a cruise-controlled highway sprint.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.8 mi on NH 101A.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 122 / Boston Post Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.9 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: near the start (NH 122 / Boston Post Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 14.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
260 ft
148 ft
Total Climb
158 ft
Total Descent
268 ft
Highest Point
260 ft
Elevation Range
112 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Amherst, NH and Pelham, NH, road signs point toward Hudson, Daniel Webster Highway North and Nashua.
Hudson
14.6 mi in
|
~26m
Daniel Webster Highway North
14.8 mi in
|
~27m
Nashua
14.8 mi in
|
~27m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 23.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.8 miles on NH 101A. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.31 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 Pelham, 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: near the start (NH 122 / Boston Post Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 14.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pelham, NH before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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