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Lebanon, NH
Late night in Lebanon on Sunday
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12:48 AM
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Trip from Lebanon, NH to Milford, 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 54m
Distance
86.6 mi
139 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lebanon, NH
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Milford, NH
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Trip Overview
Lebanon, NH to Milford, NH is 86.6 miles and takes about 1h 54m via I 89 and Everett Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Hampshire, moving south through the Northeast region. Expect a drive that is almost entirely on highways, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. If you're looking for a quick hop between two points in the state with minimal fuss, this route is a solid choice. It's designed for getting from A to B reliably.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.3 miles from Lebanon, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 55.9 mi | 1h 4m |
| Everett Turnpike | 12.5 mi | 14m |
| NH 101 | 9.3 mi | 14m |
| Amherst Street | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Boynton Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Hanover Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| McGregor Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 55.9 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon, NH and Milford, NH.
1
Start on US 4
296 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Park Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 4
134 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Park Street
3
Continue on East Park Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East Park Street
4
Turn straight
217 ft
·
7 sec
5
Turn right onto US 4
62 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Park Street
6
Turn right onto US 4
296 ft
·
10 sec
·
Hanover Street
7
Continue on NH 120
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Hanover Street
8
Continue on NH 120
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Hanover Street
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 89 South, NH 10 South
10
Merge onto I 89; NH 10
56 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 89; NH 10
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
12
Merge onto I 93
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Everett Turnpike
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 293
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
401 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 6
Toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
16
Keep slight left at fork
192 ft
·
11 sec
17
Turn left onto Eddy Road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Eddy Road
18
Continue on McGregor Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
McGregor Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Continue on Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
20
Turn right onto Boynton Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Boynton Street
21
Continue on NH 101
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
NH 101
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on NH 101
8.8 mi
·
13 min
·
NH 101
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward NH 122: Amherst
24
Keep slight right at fork
199 ft
·
6 sec
Toward NH 122 South
25
Turn slight right onto NH 122
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Amherst Street
26
Continue on Amherst Street
477 ft
·
18 sec
·
Amherst Street
27
Turn left onto NH 13
253 ft
·
7 sec
·
Colonel John Shephard Bridge
28
Turn slight right onto NH 13
308 ft
·
7 sec
·
Union Square
29
Turn slight left onto NH 13
291 ft
·
11 sec
·
NH 13
30
Turn right onto NH 13
42 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Street
31
Arrive at destination
NH 13
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just under two hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day. You have a lot of flexibility with departure time, but leaving in the morning or early afternoon will ensure you arrive with plenty of daylight. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, you won't need to worry about frequent gas stops, though it's always wise to keep an eye on your gauge. The longest stretch without a significant change in road is 55.9 miles, so plan your personal needs before embarking on that segment. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point if needed, but the drive is brief enough that it's not strictly necessary.
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 43.3 miles from Lebanon, NH, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 19 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.3 miles or 51m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Milford, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lebanon, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lebanon, NH
This is one driving day of about 86.6 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Lebanon, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 89 for about 55.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.3 miles from Lebanon, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 83.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 South, NH 10 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 South, NH 10 South
6
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
65.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
6
83.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NH 122 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward NH 122 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.94 one way
$27.88 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.34 | $30.68 |
| premium | $4.86 | $16.58 | $33.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.12 | $38.24 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.88
Everett Turnpike
(7.6 mi)
$0.54
Everett Turnpike
(4.9 mi)
$0.34
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
$14
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.09 | $4.16 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.58 | $3.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.12 | $5.54 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Destination
Milford, NH
Late night in Milford on Sunday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
26 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 54m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of inspiration. Discover the history behind the capt...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
$10
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive with a 90% highway share. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained interstates and turnpikes, including a significant stretch of 55.9 miles on I 89. The profile suggests a consistent pace without many interruptions from local traffic or slower roads. The transition between I 89, the Everett Turnpike, and NH 101 should be smooth, maintaining a high-speed character for the majority of the 86.6-mile trip. Expect a steady cruise for the entire 1 hour and 54 minutes.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.9 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 86.6 miles you will encounter 17 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 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.4 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.4 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lebanon, NH and Milford, NH, road signs point toward Boston and Nashua.
Boston
57.1 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Nashua
65.4 mi in
|
~1h 18m
|
via I 293
About the Cities
Starting in Lebanon, NH
Full guide →Lebanon is a city in 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 1h 54m. Total distance: 86.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.9 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.88 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 Milford, 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 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.4 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.4 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): 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 Milford, 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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