Origin
Canaan, NH
Morning in Canaan on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canaan, NH to North Woodstock, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
47.3 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canaan, NH
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North Woodstock, NH
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Trip Overview
Canaan, NH to North Woodstock, NH is 47.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 12 minutes via Styles Bridges Highway and NH Route 118, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Hampshire, traversing the Northeast region and offering a straightforward journey between two points. It's a short drive, ideal for a single day, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple, efficient connection without extensive travel time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Styles Bridges Highway | 19.2 mi | 20m |
| NH Route 118 | 9.3 mi | 17m |
| Rumney Route 25 | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| Tenney Mountain Highway | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| State Route 118 | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Dorchester Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Kancamagus Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Reagan Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Styles Bridges Highway
— 19.2 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canaan, NH and North Woodstock, NH.
1
Start on Canaan Street
52 ft
·
5 sec
·
Canaan Street
2
Turn left onto Reagan Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Reagan Road
3
Turn slight left onto NH 118
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 118
4
Continue on NH 118
9.3 mi
·
17 min
·
NH Route 118
5
Continue on NH 118
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Dorchester Road
6
Turn right onto NH 25
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Rumney Route 25
7
Continue on NH 25
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Route 25
8
Continue on NH 25
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Moosilauke Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 25
354 ft
·
9 sec
·
NH 25
10
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 3A; NH 25
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Tenney Mountain Highway
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 93 North: Campton, Littleton
12
Merge onto I 93
19 mi
·
20 min
·
Styles Bridges Highway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 32
Toward NH 112: North Woodstock, Lincoln
14
Turn right onto NH 112
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Kancamagus Highway
15
Turn right onto Morris Street
77 ft
·
5 sec
·
Morris Street
16
Arrive at destination
Morris Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Canaan, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 15 and 46.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
15 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
NH 25 / Rumney Route 25
Turn right onto NH 25 / Rumney Route 25
Navigation decision point
5
22.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
NH 25
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 25
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
22.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
NH 3A; NH 25 / Tenney Mountain Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 3A; NH 25 / Tenney Mountain Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
26.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 93 North: Campton, Littleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 93 North: Campton, Littleton
6
46.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward NH 112: North Woodstock, Lincoln
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 32
Toward NH 112: North Woodstock, Lincoln
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.61 one way
$15.23 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.38 | $16.76 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.06 | $18.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.44 | $20.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.62 | $3.03 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
North Woodstock, NH
Morning in North Woodstock on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
13 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 12m 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 drive offers a mixed experience, with 43% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Styles Bridges Highway, NH Route 118, and Rumney Route 25. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll cover is 19.2 miles on Styles Bridges Highway, providing a good period of steady driving. As you progress, expect the road conditions to vary, transitioning between more open highway sections and potentially more localized routes.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.2 mi on Styles Bridges Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 15 miles in near NH 25 / Rumney Route 25.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.3 miles you will encounter 9 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 15 miles (NH 25 / Rumney Route 25): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles (NH 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.6 miles (NH 3A; NH 25 / Tenney Mountain Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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.
On the drive from Canaan, NH to North Woodstock, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Littleton along the way.
Littleton
26.5 mi in
|
~48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 47.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.2 miles on Styles Bridges Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 North Woodstock, 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 15 miles (NH 25 / Rumney Route 25): Navigation decision point; at 22.5 miles (NH 25): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.6 miles (NH 3A; NH 25 / Tenney Mountain Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Woodstock, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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