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Trip from Hooksett, NH to Otterville, 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

42.3 mi

68 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min
4 AM
0h 51m ★
6 AM
0h 56m
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.

town in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States of America

Hooksett, NH

Wikimedia Commons

Downtown Otterville, NH, NH

Otterville, NH

Benni Fish

Trip Overview

Hooksett, NH to Otterville, NH is 42.3 miles and takes about 55 minutes via I 89 and Everett Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive entirely within New Hampshire, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. Given its short duration, you'll have plenty of flexibility for departure times and can easily complete this journey within a single day. The route is primarily composed of interstate driving, offering a predictable and efficient travel experience. Consider this drive when you need a simple, no-fuss transit between these two points in the Northeast.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 89 34.7 mi 40m
Everett Turnpike 4.3 mi 4m
West River Road 0.8 mi 2m
Otterville Road 0.8 mi 2m
NH 11 0.2 mi <1m
Main Street 0.1 mi <1m
Newport Road <0.1 mi <1m
Rosedale Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 89 — 34.7 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hooksett, NH and Otterville, NH.

1

Start on Rosedale Street

18 ft · 5 sec · Rosedale Street
2

Turn left onto Main Street

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Main Street
3

Turn straight

263 ft · 12 sec
Toward NH 3A North
4

Turn right onto NH 3A

0.8 mi · 2 min · West River Road
5

Turn left

150 ft · 11 sec
6

Turn right

0.2 mi · 59 sec
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward I 93 North
8

Merge onto I 93

4.3 mi · 4 min · Everett Turnpike
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto I 89

35 mi · 40 min · I 89
12

Take the exit onto NH 11

0.2 mi · 31 sec · NH 11
Exit 12 Toward NH 11 West: New London, Sunapee, Newport, Claremont
13

Keep slight right at fork

198 ft · 5 sec
14

Turn straight onto Newport Road

299 ft · 12 sec · Newport Road
15

Turn left onto Otterville Road

0.8 mi · 2 min · Otterville Road
16

Arrive at destination

Otterville Road

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Warner, NH, NH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Warner, NH

21 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

Grantham, NH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Warner, NH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Hooksett, 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 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 41.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Main Street

Turn left onto Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
5.8 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the exit toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junctio...
8
6.3 mi into trip | ~10m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junctio...
6
41.2 mi into trip | ~51m in | NH 11

Take the exit onto NH 11 toward NH 11 West: New London, Sunapee, Newport, Claremont

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 12 Toward NH 11 West: New London, Sunapee, Newport...
5
41.5 mi into trip | ~52m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.81 one way

$13.62 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $7.49 $14.98
premium $4.86 $8.10 $16.20
diesel $5.61 $9.34 $18.68

Estimated Tolls: $0.30

Everett Turnpike (4.3 mi) $0.30

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Tolls

$0

Total

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 12.7 0 $4.44 $2.03
Efficient EV 10.6 0 $3.70 $1.69
EV Truck/SUV 16.9 0 $5.92 $2.71

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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Hooksett, NH

Morning in Hooksett on Sunday

Local time

10:27 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Otterville, NH

Morning in Otterville on Sunday

Local time

10:27 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

36°F

Warner, NH

21 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

3 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

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?

This drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 93% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 89 and the Everett Turnpike. You'll experience a consistent pace for the majority of the trip, including one uninterrupted stretch of 34.7 miles on I 89. The profile suggests a smooth, high-speed experience for most of the 42.3 miles. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of West River Road indicates a brief shift to more local, potentially slower-paced roads as you near your destination. Expect a drive characterized by efficiency rather than winding scenic byways.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.7 mi on I 89.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Everett Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

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 42.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles: 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.

On the drive from Hooksett, NH to Otterville, NH, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction Vermont along the way.

White River Junction Vermont

5.8 mi in | ~9m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 42.3 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 (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 34.7 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.30 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 Otterville, 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: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Otterville, 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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