Hudson, NH to Hinsdale, NH is 63.5 miles and takes about 2h 3m via NH Route 119, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region and entirely within New Hampshire, offering a straightforward drive. With a recommended one-day duration, you can expect a mixed driving experience that's manageable for most vehicles. It's a practical choice if you're looking for a relatively short drive with a low fuel cost, making it ideal for a quick getaway or an easy transit day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.8 miles from Hudson, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NH Route 119
9.6 mi
16m
Broad Street
6.2 mi
14m
Main Street
5.5 mi
11m
Fitzwilliam Road
3.5 mi
6m
Winchester Road
3.3 mi
5m
Rindge State Road
3.3 mi
4m
Proctor Hill Road
3.2 mi
5m
State Route 119
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
NH Route 119
— 9.6 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson, NH and Hinsdale, NH.
1
Start on NH 111
319 ft·14 sec·Ferry Street
2
Turn right onto Library Street
369 ft·11 sec·Library Street
3
Turn right onto School Street
412 ft·22 sec·School Street
4
Turn right onto NH 3A
358 ft·12 sec·Chase Street
5
Turn straight onto NH 111
0.2 mi·37 sec·Ferry Street
6
Continue on NH 111
0.6 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
7
Continue on NH 101A
0.6 mi·1 min·Canal Street
8
At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A
510 ft·23 sec·Main Street
9
Turn left onto NH 101A
0.7 mi·1 min·Amherst Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto NH 130
2.2 mi·5 min·Broad Street
Use the left lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto NH 130
94 ft·2 sec·Broad Street
12
Continue on NH 130
3.9 mi·8 min·Broad Street
13
Turn right onto NH 130
0.4 mi·1 min·Ash Street
14
Continue on NH 130
3.2 mi·5 min·Proctor Hill Road
15
Continue on NH 130
0.8 mi·1 min·Pepperell Road
16
Turn left onto Cross Road
0.2 mi·40 sec·Cross Road
17
At end of road, turn left onto South Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Main Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto NH 13
0.8 mi·1 min·Route 13
19
Continue on MA 13
2.6 mi·3 min·Brookline Road
20
Continue on MA 13
0.4 mi·39 sec·Brookline Street
21
Turn straight onto MA 13
364 ft·6 sec·Highland Street
22
Turn slight left onto MA 13
473 ft·12 sec·School Street
23
Turn right onto MA 119
3.2 mi·5 min·Main Street
24
Turn right onto Wheeler Road
0.3 mi·41 sec·Wheeler Road
25
Continue on Ashby Road
0.3 mi·41 sec·Ashby Road
26
Continue on Turnpike Road
1.2 mi·2 min·Turnpike Road
27
Continue on Turnpike Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Turnpike Road
28
Turn straight onto MA 119
1.4 mi·3 min·Main Street
29
Continue on MA 119
2.1 mi·3 min·West State Road
30
Continue on MA 119
3.3 mi·4 min·Rindge State Road
31
Continue on NH 119
3.0 mi·4 min·Route 119
32
Continue on NH 119
9.6 mi·16 min·NH Route 119
Use the left lane.
33
Turn left onto Templeton Turnpike
0.1 mi·21 sec·Templeton Turnpike
34
Turn right
82 ft·3 sec
35
Turn left onto NH 119
0.9 mi·1 min·NH Route 119 West
36
Turn right onto Columbia Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Columbia Road
37
Turn straight onto NH 119
3.0 mi·5 min·State Route 119
38
Continue on NH 119
3.5 mi·6 min·Fitzwilliam Road
39
Continue on NH 119
3.3 mi·5 min·Winchester Road
40
Continue on NH 119
2.9 mi·6 min·Richmond Road
41
Turn left onto NH 10; NH 119
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
42
Turn right onto NH 119
1.0 mi·1 min·General James Reed Highway
43
Continue on NH 119
0.9 mi·1 min·Hinsdale Road
44
Continue on NH 119
2.5 mi·5 min·Ashuelot Main Street
45
Continue on NH 119
1.0 mi·2 min·Canal Street
46
Continue on NH 63; NH 119
0.3 mi·43 sec·Main Street
47
Turn left onto River Road
38 ft·1 sec·River Road
48
Arrive at destination
River Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration and 63.5-mile distance, this is a perfect same-day trip. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. While there are no specific stops recommended in the data, the drive is short enough that you can take spontaneous breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $10, and plan to refuel before you leave Hudson if you want to be completely sure. The longest stretch is 9.6 miles on NH Route 119, so be prepared for that segment to be less varied.
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 31.8 miles from Hudson, NH, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.6 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 14 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.8 miles or 1h 3m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hinsdale, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hudson, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hudson, NH
This is one driving day of about 63.5 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Hudson, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NH Route 119 for about 9.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 43.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Library Street
Turn right onto Library Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|NH 3A / Chase Street
Turn right onto NH 3A / Chase Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip|~5m in|NH 101A / Amherst Street
Turn left onto NH 101A / Amherst Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.5 mi into trip|~7m in|NH 130 / Broad Street
Turn left onto NH 130 / Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
43.2 mi into trip|~1h 22m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.22 one way
$20.45 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$11.25
$22.49
premium
$4.86
$12.16
$24.32
diesel
$5.61
$14.02
$28.04
Estimated Tolls: $0.15
Turnpike Road
(2.1 mi)$0.15
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
$10
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.1
0
$6.67
$3.05
Efficient EV
15.9
0
$5.56
$2.54
EV Truck/SUV
25.4
0
$8.89
$4.06
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Hudson, NH
Night
in Hudson on Saturday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 5 to 10 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Hinsdale, NH
Night
in Hinsdale on Saturday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Partly Sunny
SE 3 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
28°F
Greenville, NH
32 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
6 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
2h 3m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a mixed drive profile, with about 31% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on NH Route 119, Broad Street, and Main Street, which will offer varying road conditions. The longest uninterrupted segment covers 9.6 miles on NH Route 119, providing a sustained period of travel on this primary road. As you progress, expect the character of the drive to shift, moving from potentially more urban or suburban settings to more rural landscapes as you approach Hinsdale.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
48 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.6 mi on NH Route 119.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 20 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Library Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.5 miles you will encounter 20 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 0.1 miles (Library Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (NH 3A / Chase Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (NH 101A / Amherst Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 63.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.6 miles on NH Route 119. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.15 in tolls one way, starting with Turnpike Road. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 0.1 miles (Library Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (NH 3A / Chase Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (NH 101A / Amherst Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hinsdale, NH before heading back.
