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Trip from Bristol, NH to Hudson, NH

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 34m

Distance

72.8 mi

117 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 28m ★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m

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

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Bristol, NH

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Hudson, NH

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Trip Overview

Spanning 72.8 miles, this journey from Bristol to Hudson, New Hampshire, is a straightforward trek through the Northeast that takes about 1 hour and 34 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel, making it a cost-effective way to travel between these two points. While you will navigate a mix of local roads like Summer Street and Highway 104 before merging onto I-93 South, the trip remains efficient for commuters or casual travelers. It serves as a practical connection within the state, offering a reliable path for those looking to traverse the region quickly.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

36.4 miles from Bristol, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m 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
New Hampshire Highway 104 1.1 mi 2m
Broad Street 0.8 mi 2m
Amherst Street 0.7 mi 1m
Bridge Street 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Everett Turnpike — 32.7 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, NH and Hudson, NH.

1

Start on Pleasant Street

102 ft · 2 sec · Pleasant Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2

Continue on NH 104

4.4 mi · 7 min · Summer Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3

Continue on NH 104

1.1 mi · 2 min · New Hampshire Highway 104
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 93 South: Tilton, Concord Use the left lane.
5

Merge onto I 93

15 mi · 16 min · Styles Bridges Highway
6

Continue on I 93

15 mi · 17 min · Senator Styles Bridges Highway
7

Continue on I 93

0.7 mi · 1 min · Styles Bridges Highway
8

Continue on I 93

8.9 mi · 10 min · Everett Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

2.0 mi · 2 min · Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 293

8.2 mi · 10 min · Everett Turnpike
Toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto Everett Turnpike

14 mi · 17 min · Everett Turnpike
Toward Merrimack, Nashua
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 6 Toward NH 130: Hollis
13

Keep slight left at fork

241 ft · 7 sec
Toward NH 130 East: Nashua
14

Turn left onto NH 130

0.8 mi · 2 min · Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
15

At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A

0.7 mi · 1 min · Amherst Street
16

Continue on Lowell Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Lowell Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17

At end of road, turn left onto NH 101A

0.4 mi · 1 min · Canal Street
18

Continue on NH 101A

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bridge Street
19

Continue on NH 111

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Ferry Street
20

Arrive at destination

NH 111

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it best suits your schedule without needing to worry about complex pacing or rest stops. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert to navigation prompts, especially when transitioning off local roads like Summer Street and Highway 104. With a total travel time of 1 hour and 34 minutes, you can easily complete the trip in one go without scheduling mid-route breaks. Make sure to double-check your fuel levels before departing Bristol; even though the $12 estimated cost is low, having a full tank provides peace of mind on these winding local roads. Prioritize your departure to avoid peak local traffic, as the lack of highway miles can make small delays feel more impactful.

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 36.4 miles from Bristol, NH, or about 44m 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 21m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.4 miles or 44m 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 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hudson, NH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bristol, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bristol, NH

This is one driving day of about 72.8 miles and 1h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Bristol, 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.

capital city of state of New Hampshire, United States; county seat of Merrimack County, New Hampshire

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Concord, NH

36 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

Sanbornton, NH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Concord, NH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.4 miles from Bristol, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Yoshimama Japanese Sushi Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashua, New Hampshire

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 7min to go 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+16037188316

Visit website

Cotton Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manchester, New Hampshire

1.3 mi

Cedars Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashua, New Hampshire

1.2 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Mel's Funway Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Litchfield, New Hampshire

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 14min to go 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Hours: 3:30–7 pm

+16034242292

Visit website

Bagel Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashua, New Hampshire

1.6 mi

Simply Delicious Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bedford, New Hampshire

2.6 mi

Yoshimama Japanese Sushi Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+16037188316

Visit website

Cotton Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $30 to $50

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+16036225488

Visit website

Cedars Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+16035780700

Visit website

The Windmill Restaurant Inc.

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Concord, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+16032250600

Visit website

The Bagg Lunch

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+16039357053

Visit website

Copper Door

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour Expensive

Bedford, New Hampshire

Hours: 11:30 am–12 pm

+16034882677

Visit website

Giorgio's Ristorante & Bar - Merrimack

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Merrimack, New Hampshire

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+16038837333

Visit website

The Country Loon Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bedford, New Hampshire

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+16034881874

Mel's Funway Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Litchfield, New Hampshire

Hours: 3:30–7 pm

+16034242292

Visit website

Bagel Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+16032045141

Visit website

Market's Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16038820600

Simply Delicious Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Bedford, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+16034881988

Visit website

Aroma Joe's #101

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Amherst, New Hampshire

Hours: 5:15 am–9 pm

+16034021195

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Concord, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Hooksett, NH

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Tilton, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Ford Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bow, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18883571009

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18882642208

Visit website

Manchester Historic Association's Millyard Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036227531

Visit website

SEE Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036690400

Visit website

Spooky World Presents Nightmare New England

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Litchfield, New Hampshire

+16034247999

Visit website

Fun City Trampoline Park Goffstown

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Goffstown, New Hampshire

Hours: 3–8 pm

+16036068807

Visit website

SkyVenture New Hampshire

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 2–8 pm

+16038970002

Visit website

Tarbin Gardens

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Franklin, New Hampshire

+16039343518

Visit website

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 5.6 and 69.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
5.6 mi into trip | ~10m 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
45.8 mi into trip | ~56m 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
47.8 mi into trip | ~58m 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
56 mi into trip | ~1h 9m 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
69.8 mi into trip | ~1h 26m 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

$11.72 one way

$23.44 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $12.89 $25.79
premium $4.86 $13.94 $27.88
diesel $5.61 $16.07 $32.15

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: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 21.8 0 $7.64 $3.49
Efficient EV 18.2 0 $6.37 $2.91
EV Truck/SUV 29.1 0 $10.19 $4.66

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (64% 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 18, 2026

Origin

Bristol, NH

Late night in Bristol on Tuesday

Local time

5:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Partly Cloudy

0 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Destination

Hudson, NH

Late night in Hudson on Tuesday

Local time

5:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Partly Cloudy

NE 0 to 5 mph 1% chance Live forecast

56°F

Concord, NH

36 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

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

1h 34m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate the initial segments of your journey. You will spend your time navigating local roads rather than relying on long, monotonous stretches of pavement, as the highway share for this trip is 0%. The experience behind the wheel is characterized by frequent adjustments rather than high-speed cruising. Because the route relies on local infrastructure, you will find yourself constantly engaged with the road layout as you transition toward the interstate. This path lacks a single long, uninterrupted stretch, ensuring you remain focused on your navigation throughout the entire 72.8-mile duration.

46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 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 5.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.8 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 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.8 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.8 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 Bristol, NH and Hudson, NH, road signs point toward Concord, Nashua and Merrimack.

Concord

5.6 mi in | ~10m

Nashua

47.8 mi in | ~58m | via I 293

Merrimack

56 mi in | ~1h 9m | via Everett Turnpike

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 72.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (46%). 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 Hudson, 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 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.8 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.8 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 Hudson, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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