Origin
Gilmanton, NH
Late night in Gilmanton on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gilmanton, NH to Merrimack, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
46.2 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gilmanton, NH
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Merrimack, NH
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Trip Overview
This 46.2-mile journey from Gilmanton to Merrimack, NH, is a straightforward, single-day trip taking approximately 55 minutes. With no highway driving, expect a more local feel throughout. The estimated fuel cost for this short drive is around $7. This route is perfect for a quick excursion, offering a simple way to connect two points within the Northeast region without needing an overnight stay. It's a drive that prioritizes directness over extensive sightseeing.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Province Road | — | — |
| Route 140 | — | — |
| Allens Mill Road | — | — |
| State Route 106 | — | — |
| Rocky Pond Road | — | — |
| Route 106 | — | — |
| Sheep Davis Road | — | — |
| I 93 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Province Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilmanton, NH and Merrimack, NH.
1
Start on Currier Hill Road
249 ft
·
11 sec
·
Currier Hill Road
2
Turn slight right onto Province Road
72 ft
·
6 sec
·
Province Road
3
Turn right onto New Hampshire Route 140
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
New Hampshire Route 140
4
Turn left onto Allens Mill Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Allens Mill Road
5
Turn left onto State Route 106
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
State Route 106
6
Continue on Rocky Pond Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Rocky Pond Road
7
Continue on NH Route 106
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
NH Route 106
8
Continue on Rocky Pond Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Rocky Pond Road
9
Continue on NH Route 106
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
NH Route 106
10
Continue on Rocky Pond Road
525 ft
·
8 sec
·
Rocky Pond Road
11
Continue on Sheep Davis Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheep Davis Road
12
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
13
Merge slight left
2.9 mi
·
4 min
14
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
15
Take the exit straight toward I 93 South: Manchester, Lebanon
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 93 South: Manchester, Lebanon
16
Merge slight left onto Styles Bridges Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Styles Bridges Highway
17
Continue on Everett Turnpike
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Everett Turnpike
18
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Everett Turnpike
19
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
8.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Everett Turnpike
20
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Everett Turnpike
21
Take the exit slight right toward Airport
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Airport
22
Keep slight right to continue on Merrimack
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Merrimack
23
Turn right onto South River Road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
South River Road
24
Continue on Daniel Webster Highway
3.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Daniel Webster Highway
25
Turn slight left onto Loop Road
82 ft
·
4 sec
·
Loop Road
26
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 23.1 miles from Gilmanton, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.44 one way
$14.87 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.18 | $16.37 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.85 | $17.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.20 | $20.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.85 | $2.22 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.04 | $1.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Merrimack, NH
Late night in Merrimack on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Concord, NH
23 mi in
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
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 46.2-mile route. Since there's 0% highway share, you'll be navigating a series of local roads, primarily Province Road, Route 140, and Allens Mill Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent navigation changes rather than long, sweeping curves. This means you'll be actively engaged with the road, making it a more dynamic experience than a highway cruise.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Province Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gilmanton, NH to Merrimack, NH is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gilmanton, NH to Merrimack, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Arriving in Merrimack, NH
Full guide →Merrimack is a city in the Merrimack Valley of New Hampshire.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 46.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gilmanton, NH to Merrimack, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Merrimack, 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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