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Trip from Berlin, NH to Salem, NH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 18m

Distance

151.7 mi

244 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 7m ★
6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 27m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Coos County, New Hampshire, United States

Berlin, NH

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Downtown Salem, NH, NH

Salem, NH

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Berlin to Salem, New Hampshire, covers 154 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 37 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a highway sprint, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to complete the journey. The route transitions through the Northeast region of New Hampshire, taking you from the northern reaches down toward the Massachusetts border. Since you will rely on surface streets like Pleasant Street, Glen Avenue, and Main Street, you will experience a more grounded, local perspective of the state compared to interstate travel. It is a manageable trek for anyone looking to navigate the interior of the Granite State at a steady, consistent pace.

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

75.9 miles from Berlin, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .

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
Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway 10.8 mi 12m
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
Longest stretch: Styles Bridges Highway — 51.3 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Berlin, NH and Salem, NH.

1

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, Boston Use 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, Boston Use the slight left lane.
22

Continue on I 93

1.0 mi · 1 min · Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
23

Continue on I 93

11 mi · 12 min · Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
Use the straight lane.
24

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Exit 2 Toward Pelham, Salem
25

Keep slight left at fork

321 ft · 9 sec
26

Turn left onto Pelham Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Pelham Road
Use the straight lane.
27

Continue on Main Street

2.1 mi · 5 min · Main Street
28

Turn right

113 ft · 8 sec
29

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Planning for this trip is simple because the 2-hour and 37-minute duration offers plenty of flexibility for your departure time. Since you are sticking to local roads, build in extra time for the single stop recommended to stretch your legs and refresh. Keep an eye on your fuel levels early, as the $25 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and the specific local stations you choose. My best advice for this route is to stay alert for frequent speed limit changes and turn signals, as the reliance on streets like Main Street means you will be moving through various town centers. By pacing yourself and respecting the local road conditions, you will find this transition from the North Country to Salem to be a smooth, stress-free experience.

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 75.9 miles from Berlin, NH, or about 1h 47m 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 33 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75.9 miles or 1h 47m 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 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salem, 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 151.7 miles and 3h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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.

town in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bethlehem, NH

76 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

Bethlehem, NH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Laconia, NH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.9 miles from Berlin, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cotton Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manchester, New Hampshire

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $30 to $50 mile 130

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+16036225488

Visit website

Cotton Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $30 to $50 mile 130

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+16036225488

Visit website

The Common Man Lincoln

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 54.2

Lincoln, New Hampshire

Hours: 4–9 pm

+16037453463

Visit website

The Bagg Lunch

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+16039357053

Visit website

The Grateful Skier Restaurant & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 54.2

Lincoln, New Hampshire

Hours: Closed

+16037454899

Visit website

Copper Door

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour Expensive mile 130

Bedford, New Hampshire

Hours: 11:30 am–12 pm

+16034882677

Visit website

The Country Loon Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 130

Bedford, New Hampshire

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+16034881874

EV Connect Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 140.9

Londonderry, New Hampshire

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 97.5

Tilton, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 119.2

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 119.2

Hooksett, NH

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 130

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Ford Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 119.2

Bow, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18883571009

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 130

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Gorham, New Hampshire

+18668167584

Visit website

Manchester Historic Association's Millyard Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 130

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036227531

Visit website

SEE Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 130

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036690400

Visit website

Artist's Bluff Loop Trailhead

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 43.3

Franconia, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

Flume Gorge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 43.3

Lincoln, New Hampshire

+16037458391

Visit website

Clark's Bears

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 54.2

Lincoln, New Hampshire

+16037458913

Visit website

Flume Gorge Visitor Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 43.3

Lincoln, New Hampshire

+16037458391

Visit website

Moose Brook State Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 10.8

Gorham, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16034663860

Visit website

Launch Family Entertainment Park Methuen

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 151.7

Methuen, Massachusetts

Hours: 3:30–7:30 pm

+19786553379

Visit website

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 148.8 — 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 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
6
148.8 mi into trip | ~3h 11m in

Take the exit toward Pelham, Salem

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 2 Toward Pelham, Salem

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.42 one way

$48.84 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $26.87 $53.74
premium $4.86 $29.05 $58.10
diesel $5.61 $33.49 $66.99

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

$24

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.5 0 $15.93 $7.28
Efficient EV 37.9 0 $13.27 $6.07
EV Truck/SUV 60.7 0 $21.24 $9.71

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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Berlin, NH

Night in Berlin on Saturday

Local time

9:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Salem, NH

Night in Salem on Saturday

Local time

9:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

47°F

Bethlehem, 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

20 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 18m 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?

Expect a very different experience than a typical highway commute, as this route features zero percent highway driving. Instead, your time behind the wheel will be spent on local thoroughfares that demand your full attention due to their turn-heavy nature. You won't find long, uninterrupted stretches of open road here; the drive is defined by the constant, rhythmic shifts of navigating town-to-town transit. This profile makes for a more engaged driving experience where you are constantly interacting with the local infrastructure. Prepare for a personality that values local connectivity over speed, ensuring you remain focused on the road ahead throughout the entire 154-mile journey.

Only 23% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
29 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?

7/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 16 / Pleasant Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 151.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

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.

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 Salem, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.

Boston

124.9 mi in | ~2h 42m | via I 93

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 18m. Total distance: 151.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 18m 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Salem, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Salem, NH, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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