Origin
Hooksett, NH
Night in Hooksett on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hooksett, NH to Hudson, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
27.7 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hooksett, NH
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Hudson, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute or a straightforward transit across New Hampshire, the 27.7-mile journey from Hooksett to Hudson is an efficient choice. Expect to spend roughly 42 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect one-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Everett Turnpike, Broad Street, and Amherst Street to navigate the region. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, the drive is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. Since both ends of the trip reside within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the transit. This route is best viewed as a practical connection between two points rather than a destination-heavy excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 22.8 mi | 29m |
| Broad Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Amherst Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Canal Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West River Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Riverside Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Hackett Hill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Everett Turnpike
— 22.8 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hooksett, NH and Hudson, NH.
1
Start on Rosedale Street
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
Rosedale Street
2
Continue on Riverside Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Riverside Street
3
Turn left onto NH 3A
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
West River Road
4
Turn right onto Hackett Hill Road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Hackett Hill Road
5
Take the ramp
419 ft
·
10 sec
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Toward I 93 South
8
Merge onto I 93
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Everett Turnpike
9
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.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Everett Turnpike
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Toward Merrimack, Nashua
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 6
Toward NH 130: Hollis
12
Keep slight left at fork
241 ft
·
7 sec
Toward NH 130 East: Nashua
13
Turn left onto NH 130
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
14
At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Amherst Street
15
Continue on Lowell Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Lowell Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
At end of road, turn left onto NH 101A
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Canal Street
17
Continue on NH 101A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
18
Continue on NH 111
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Ferry Street
19
Arrive at destination
NH 111
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 24.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
8
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m 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
10.9 mi into trip
|
~16m 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
5
24.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward NH 130: Hollis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 6
Toward NH 130: Hollis
6
24.7 mi into trip
|
~33m 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
$4.46 one way
$8.92 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.91 | $9.81 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.30 | $10.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.12 | $12.23 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.59
Everett Turnpike
(13.6 mi)
$0.95
Everett Turnpike
(8.2 mi)
$0.57
Everett Turnpike
(1 mi)
$0.07
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$2
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Hudson, NH
Night in Hudson on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
14 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
42m 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 trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 82% of your time spent on major arteries. You will settle into a steady rhythm during the longest stretch of the journey, which covers 22.8 miles on the Everett Turnpike. While the initial portion relies on high-speed highway travel, the character of the road shifts as you transition onto Broad Street and Amherst Street to reach your final destination. Expect a functional, fast-paced experience that prioritizes speed over winding backroads. It is a no-nonsense route that keeps you moving efficiently, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal navigation stress.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.8 mi on Everett Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Everett Turnpike and Broad Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 27.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.9 miles (Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
292 ft
141 ft
Total Climb
194 ft
Total Descent
254 ft
Highest Point
292 ft
~4 mi in
Elevation Range
152 ft
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.
Between Hooksett, NH and Hudson, NH, road signs point toward Nashua and Merrimack.
Nashua
2.7 mi in
|
~5m
|
via I 293
Merrimack
10.9 mi in
|
~16m
|
via Everett Turnpike
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 27.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.8 miles on Everett Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.59 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 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.9 miles (Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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