Berlin, NH to Pelham, NH is 152.9 miles and takes about 3 hours 22 minutes via Styles Bridges Highway and Everett Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New Hampshire, passing through the Northeast region. You'll primarily be on surface roads, making it a good option if you prefer a less highway-intensive trip. The route is manageable for a single day, offering a straightforward connection between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.5 miles from Berlin, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Styles Bridges Highway
51.3 mi
55m
Senator Styles Bridges Highway
15.4 mi
17m
Everett Turnpike
10.9 mi
13m
Gorham Hill Road
9.1 mi
12m
US 3
8.2 mi
13m
Daniel Webster Highway
7.8 mi
11m
I 93
7.7 mi
9m
Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
7.4 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Styles Bridges Highway
— 51.3 mi, about 55m
Traffic on I-93
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 27 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,986 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,567
Quietest
2 AM
~107 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
27.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berlin, NH and Pelham, NH.
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Start on this road
146 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto NH 16
0.3 mi·44 sec·Pleasant Street
3
Turn straight onto NH 16
1.1 mi·2 min·Glen Avenue
4
Continue on NH 16
3.7 mi·7 min·Main Street
5
Turn right onto US 2
1.2 mi·3 min·Lancaster Road
6
Continue on US 2
9.1 mi·12 min·Gorham Hill Road
7
Continue on US 2
2.2 mi·3 min·Presidential Highway
8
Turn left onto Owls Head Highway
6.1 mi·9 min·Owls Head Highway
9
Continue on NH 115
3.6 mi·5 min·State Route 115
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 3
2.0 mi·3 min·US Route 3 North
11
Continue on US Route 3 South
459 ft·14 sec·US Route 3 South
12
Turn slight right onto US 3
1.9 mi·3 min·US Route 3 South
13
Continue on US 3
7.8 mi·11 min·Daniel Webster Highway
14
Take the ramp onto US 3
8.2 mi·13 min·US 3
15
Continue on I 93
51 mi·54 min·Styles Bridges Highway
16
Continue on I 93
15 mi·17 min·Senator Styles Bridges Highway
17
Continue on I 93
0.7 mi·1 min·Styles Bridges Highway
18
Continue on I 93
8.9 mi·10 min·Everett Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
2.0 mi·2 min·Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
7.7 mi·9 min·I 93
Toward I 93 South: Salem, BostonUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
4.4 mi·5 min·Alan B Shepard Highway
Toward I 93 South: Derry, BostonUse the slight left lane.
22
Continue on I 93
1.0 mi·1 min·Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
23
Continue on I 93
7.4 mi·8 min·Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
24
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 3Toward NH 111: Windham, North SalemUse the slight right lane.
25
Turn sharp right onto NH 111
1.7 mi·3 min·Indian Rock Road
26
Turn left onto Lowell Road
2.7 mi·5 min·Lowell Road
27
Continue on NH 111A
2.4 mi·4 min·Windham Road
28
Enter roundabout onto Nashua Road
10 ft·0 sec·Nashua Road
29
Continue on Nashua Road
347 ft·9 sec·Nashua Road
30
Arrive at destination
Nashua Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a 1-day trip of just over 3 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Berlin in the morning should get you to Pelham with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop and a $24 fuel estimate, you won't need to worry too much about extensive planning for services. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you get closer to Pelham, as services can become more spread out on the surface road sections.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.5 miles from Berlin, NH, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.3 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 34 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.5 miles or 1h 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 2h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pelham, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Berlin, 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 Berlin, NH
This is one driving day of about 152.9 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Berlin, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Styles Bridges Highway for about 51.3 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 145.3 — 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 16 / Pleasant Street
Turn right onto NH 16 / Pleasant Street
Navigation decision point
6
122.9 mi into trip|~2h 40m 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
124.9 mi into trip|~2h 42m in|I 93
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
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 93 South: Salem, Boston
8
132.5 mi into trip|~2h 52m in|I 93 / Alan B Shepard Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Alan B Shepard Highway toward I 93 South: Derry, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 93 South: Derry, Boston
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145.3 mi into trip|~3h 7m in
Take the exit toward NH 111: Windham, North Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3
Toward NH 111: Windham, North Salem
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.03 one way
$54.06 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$29.60
$59.21
premium
$5.29
$31.84
$63.68
diesel
$5.35
$32.21
$64.41
Estimated Tolls: $0.76
Everett Turnpike
(10.9 mi)$0.76
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
$27
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.9
0
$16.05
$7.34
Efficient EV
38.2
0
$13.38
$6.12
EV Truck/SUV
61.2
0
$21.41
$9.79
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Berlin, NH
Afternoon
in Berlin on Wednesday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Scattered Rain Showers
0 mph38% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Pelham, NH
Afternoon
in Pelham on Wednesday
Local time
3:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Cloudy
0 mph12% chanceLive forecast
52°F
Ashland, NH
76 mi in
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
5 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
3h 22m 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?
This drive is mostly surface roads, with only 22% on highways like Styles Bridges Highway and Everett Turnpike. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 51.3 miles on Styles Bridges Highway before transitioning to more local streets. Expect frequent changes in speed limits and scenery as you move between towns and through more developed areas.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.3 mi on Styles Bridges Highway.
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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 16 / Pleasant Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 152.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 16 / Pleasant Street): Navigation decision point; at 122.9 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.9 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,771 ft150 ft
Total Climb
1,010 ft
Total Descent
1,882 ft
Highest Point
1,771 ft
~43.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,620 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Berlin, NH to Pelham, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Berlin is a town in the Great North Region of New Hampshire. Berlin is a great destination for people looking to get into the outdoors. Some of the outdoor activities that you can find in this town of 9,400 people (2020) are fishing or paddling on the Androscoggin River, riding the miles of ATV trails at the popular Jericho Mountain State Park.
Top landmarks
•St. Anne Church — historic church in Berlin, New Hampshire
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 152.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.3 miles on Styles Bridges Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.76 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.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 16 / Pleasant Street): Navigation decision point; at 122.9 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.9 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Pelham, NH, but most travelers stay overnight.
