Origin
Nashua, NH
Evening in Nashua on Friday
Local time
5:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nashua, NH to Walpole, NH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
66.1 mi
106 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nashua, NH
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Walpole, NH
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Trip Overview
Nashua to Walpole is 66.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 50 minutes via NH 12, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Hampshire, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. The route offers a mix of driving experiences, making it suitable for a single-day excursion. You'll spend a good portion of your time on highways before transitioning to surface roads. Consider this drive if you're looking for a straightforward trip within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.1 miles from Nashua, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 12 | 15 mi | 17m |
| Main Street | 10 mi | 19m |
| Gibbons Highway | 9.3 mi | 14m |
| State Route 101 | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| Amherst Street | 4.9 mi | 11m |
| NH 101 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Milford Road | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Wilton Road | 4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
NH 12
— 15 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nashua, NH and Walpole, NH.
1
Start on NH 101A
27 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto NH 101A
4.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Amherst Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on NH 101A
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Milford Road
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
5
Merge onto NH 101
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
NH 101
6
Turn left onto NH 101
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Elm Street
7
Continue on NH 101
9.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Gibbons Highway
8
Continue on NH 101
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Wilton Road
9
Continue on NH 101
176 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Route 101
10
Merge onto NH 101
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Peterborough Bypass
11
Enter roundabout onto NH 101
90 ft
·
2 sec
·
Peterborough Bypass
12
Continue on NH 101
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Peterborough Bypass
13
Continue on NH 101
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 101
14
Continue on NH 101
9.9 mi
·
18 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on NH 101
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Marlboro Street
16
Continue on NH 101
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 101
Use the straight lane.
17
Enter roundabout onto NH 10; NH 12; NH 101
188 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Route 10
Toward NH 10 North, NH 12 North, NH 101 West: Vermont
18
Continue on NH 10; NH 12; NH 101
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
State Route 10
Toward NH 10 North, NH 12 North, NH 101 West: Vermont
19
Turn right onto NH 9; NH 10; NH 12
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 9
20
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 12
15 mi
·
17 min
·
NH 12
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn right onto South Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
22
Turn left onto Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Elm Street
23
Turn slight right onto Washington Street
245 ft
·
11 sec
·
Washington Street
24
Turn right onto Middle Street
528 ft
·
28 sec
·
Middle Street
25
Turn left onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Main Street
26
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour 50 minute drive time, leaving Nashua in the morning or early afternoon should give you ample time to reach Walpole without rushing. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility in your departure and stop schedule. The $11 fuel estimate suggests this is an economical drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the final 15-mile stretch on NH 12, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably. There are no specific rest stops noted, so plan to utilize services in towns along the way.
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 33.1 miles from Nashua, NH, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15 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 15 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.1 miles or 58m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Walpole, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Nashua, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Nashua, NH
This is one driving day of about 66.1 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Nashua, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NH 12 for about 15 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Nashua, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 66 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NH 101A / Amherst Street
Turn left onto NH 101A / Amherst Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
29.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
NH 101 / Peterborough Bypass
Enter roundabout onto NH 101 / Peterborough Bypass
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
48.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10
Enter roundabout onto NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10 toward NH 10 North, NH 12 North, NH 101 West: Vermont
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NH 10 North, NH 12 North, NH 101 West: V...
6
50.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
NH 12
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 12
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
66 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.01 one way
$22.02 round trip
$4.23/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.70 | $12.22 | $24.44 |
| premium | $5.07 | $13.18 | $26.37 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $14.57 | $29.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Walpole, NH
Evening in Walpole on Friday
Local time
5:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
4 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
1h 50m 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...
29 mi from route
~73 min detour
$10
near mile 66.1
Park Closure: Construction at Blow-Me-Down Mill
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
About 41% of this 66.1-mile drive is on highways, with the remaining distance on surface roads. You'll encounter a stretch of about 15 miles on NH 12, which is the longest continuous segment on a single road. The transition from highway to surface roads will likely occur around mile 27. Expect to notice the shift in driving pace as you move from more limited-access sections to local streets and state routes.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15 mi on NH 12.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 101A / Amherst Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 66.1 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (NH 101A / Amherst Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles (NH 101 / Peterborough Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 48.6 miles (NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,319 ft
160 ft
Total Climb
1,552 ft
Total Descent
1,313 ft
Highest Point
1,319 ft
~37.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,159 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Nashua, NH
Full guide →Founded 1746
Nashua is a city in the southern part of New Hampshire. It is the state's second largest city behind Manchester with a population of about 88,000 (2016).
Top landmarks
- • Nashua Manufacturing Company Historic District — historic district in New Hampshire, United States
- • Hunt Memorial Library — library in Nashua, New Hampshire, USA
- • Abbot House — historic house in Nashua, New Hampshire, United States
Arriving in Walpole, NH
Full guide →Founded 1756
Top landmarks
- • Drewsville Mansion — historic house in New Hampshire, United States
- • Walpole Academy — school building in Walpole, 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 50m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15 miles on NH 12. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Walpole, 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 (NH 101A / Amherst Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles (NH 101 / Peterborough Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 48.6 miles (NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. 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 Walpole, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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