Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
44 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boscawen, NH
James Mirakian
Nashua, NH
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Boscawen to Nashua is 44 miles and takes about 59 minutes via Everett Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip entirely within New Hampshire, making it a simple, quick journey. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, so it’s a good option for a quick day trip or a short leg of a larger adventure. Given its brevity, it’s easily manageable within a few hours, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 32.7 mi | 40m |
| US 4 | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| King Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Broad Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Styles Bridges Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Amherst Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Old Boyce Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| The Acre | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Boscawen, NH and Nashua, NH.
Start on The Acre
Turn right onto US 3; US 4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 4
Enter roundabout onto US 4
Continue on US 4
Enter roundabout onto US 4
Continue on US 4
Take the ramp onto US 4
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 293
Keep slight left at fork onto Everett Turnpike
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto NH 130
At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A
Turn right onto NH 101A
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Boscawen, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 42.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp onto US 4 toward I 93 South
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight left at fork onto Everett Turnpike toward Merrimack, Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward NH 130 East: Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$7.08 one way
$14.17 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.79 | $15.59 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.43 | $16.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.71 | $19.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.28
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$2
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Boscawen on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Nashua on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
38°F
Manchester, NH
22 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 87% of the 44 miles on major roadways like the Everett Turnpike. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 32.7 miles on the Everett Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. The route offers a smooth, efficient journey, largely bypassing local traffic and allowing you to cover ground quickly. While primarily highway, the transition to roads like US 4 and King Street near your destination will introduce a slightly different driving feel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Everett Turnpike and US 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near US 4.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 44 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (US 4): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.5 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Boscawen, NH to Nashua, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Merrimack along the way.
Merrimack
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 44 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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