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Trip from New Durham, NH to Nashua, 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 36m

Distance

58.9 mi

95 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

19 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 30m ★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown New Durham, NH, NH

New Durham, NH

Mohan Nannapaneni

city in southern New Hampshire, United States

Nashua, NH

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

New Durham, NH to Nashua, NH is 58.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 36 minutes via Everett Turnpike, Suncook Valley Road, and Suncook Valley Highway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Hampshire, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a relatively short drive, making it a convenient option for a quick journey or a segment of a larger New England adventure. The route offers a mixed driving experience, so expect some variation in scenery and road type as you travel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

29.4 miles from New Durham, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Everett Turnpike 22.8 mi 29m
Suncook Valley Road 14.5 mi 21m
Suncook Valley Highway 7.2 mi 11m
Pinewood Road 3.1 mi 5m
Stockbridge Corner Road 2.3 mi 9m
Hooksett Road 2.2 mi 4m
Route 28 1.3 mi 1m
Broad Street 0.8 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Everett Turnpike — 22.8 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Durham, NH and Nashua, NH.

1

Start on this road

239 ft · 19 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto Smittys Way

401 ft · 19 sec · Smittys Way
3

Turn right onto Main Street

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Main Street
4

Continue on Depot Road

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Depot Road
5

Continue on Berry Road

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Berry Road
6

Turn right onto Stockbridge Corner Road

2.3 mi · 9 min · Stockbridge Corner Road
7

Turn left onto NH 28

9.0 mi · 13 min · Suncook Valley Road
8

Continue on NH 28

1.0 mi · 1 min · Suncook Valley Highway
9

Continue on NH 28

1.1 mi · 2 min · Suncook Valley Road
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on NH 28

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Suncook Valley Highway
11

Continue on NH 28

4.3 mi · 6 min · Suncook Valley Road
12

Continue on NH 28

1.6 mi · 2 min · Suncook Valley Highway
13

Enter roundabout onto NH 28

189 ft · 4 sec · Suncook Valley Highway
14

Continue on NH 28

4.3 mi · 6 min · Suncook Valley Highway
15

Continue on NH 28

1.3 mi · 1 min · Route 28
16

Continue on NH 28

3.1 mi · 5 min · Pinewood Road
17

At end of road, turn left onto US 3; NH 28

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Allenstown Road
Use the left lane.
18

Continue on US 3; NH 28

2.2 mi · 4 min · Hooksett Road
19

Turn slight right

253 ft · 9 sec
Toward Hooksett Village
20

Turn straight onto College Park Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · College Park Drive
21

Continue on Main Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Main Street
22

Turn right onto Riverside Street

0.3 mi · 59 sec · Riverside Street
23

Turn left onto NH 3A

0.3 mi · 44 sec · West River Road
24

Turn right onto Hackett Hill Road

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Hackett Hill Road
25

Take the ramp

419 ft · 10 sec
26

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
27

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 29 sec · this road
Toward I 93 South
28

Merge onto I 93

1.0 mi · 1 min · Everett Turnpike
29

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.
30

Keep slight left at fork onto Everett Turnpike

14 mi · 17 min · Everett Turnpike
Toward Merrimack, Nashua
31

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 6 Toward NH 130: Hollis
32

Keep slight left at fork

241 ft · 7 sec
Toward NH 130 East: Nashua
33

Turn left onto NH 130

0.8 mi · 2 min · Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
34

At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A

0.7 mi · 1 min · Amherst Street
35

Turn right onto NH 101A

27 ft · 0 sec · Main Street
Use the right lane.
36

Arrive at destination

NH 101A

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of about 1 hour 36 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You could easily depart in the morning and arrive in Nashua with plenty of the day left, or even leave after work. With a fuel cost estimated around $9, it's an economical trip. The longest stretch on the Everett Turnpike is 22.8 miles, so plan accordingly if you prefer to break up highway driving. Consider topping off your fuel tank before leaving New Durham to ensure you have ample range, as dedicated rest areas might be less frequent on the secondary roads.

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 29.4 miles from New Durham, NH, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.8 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 13 miles or 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 29.4 miles or 52m 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 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashua, NH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving New Durham, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from New Durham, NH

This is one driving day of about 58.9 miles and 1h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from New Durham, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Everett Turnpike for about 22.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Chichester, NH

29 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

Barnstead, NH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

South Hooksett, NH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from New Durham, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cotton Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manchester, New Hampshire

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $30 to $50 mile 42.1

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+16036225488

Visit website

Yoshimama Japanese Sushi Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashua, New Hampshire

1.6 mi

Cedars Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashua, New Hampshire

1.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Bagel Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashua, New Hampshire

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.9

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+16032045141

Visit website

Mel's Funway Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Litchfield, New Hampshire

2 mi

Cotton Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $30 to $50 mile 42.1

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+16036225488

Visit website

Yoshimama Japanese Sushi Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 54.7

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+16037188316

Visit website

Cedars Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 54.7

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+16035780700

Visit website

The Bagg Lunch

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.1

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+16039357053

Visit website

Copper Door

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive mile 42.1

Bedford, New Hampshire

Hours: 11:30 am–12 pm

+16034882677

Visit website

Giorgio's Ristorante & Bar - Merrimack

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 54.7

Merrimack, New Hampshire

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+16038837333

Visit website

Mary Ann's Diner

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 54.7

Amherst, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+16035778955

Visit website

The Country Loon Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 42.1

Bedford, New Hampshire

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+16034881874

Bagel Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 58.9

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+16032045141

Visit website

Mel's Funway Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 50.5

Litchfield, New Hampshire

Hours: 3:30–7 pm

+16034242292

Visit website

Market's Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 54.7

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16038820600

Simply Delicious Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 46.3

Bedford, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+16034881988

Visit website

Aroma Joe's #101

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 54.7

Amherst, New Hampshire

Hours: 5:15 am–9 pm

+16034021195

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 33.6

Hooksett, NH

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 33.6

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 37.9

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 42.1

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 42.1

Manchester, New Hampshire

+18336322778

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 37.9

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18882642208

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 42.1

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18333994638

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 42.1

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Hooksett Rest Area

1.1 mi from route

Hooksett Rest Area

1.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

1.9 mi from route

Manchester Historic Association's Millyard Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 42.1

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036227531

Visit website

SEE Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 42.1

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036690400

Visit website

Spooky World Presents Nightmare New England

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 50.5

Litchfield, New Hampshire

+16034247999

Visit website

Fun City Trampoline Park Goffstown

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 37.9

Goffstown, New Hampshire

Hours: 3–8 pm

+16036068807

Visit website

SkyVenture New Hampshire

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 58.9

Nashua, New Hampshire

Hours: 2–8 pm

+16038970002

Visit website

Chuckster's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 21

Chichester, New Hampshire

Hours: 12–5 pm

+16037983555

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 29.5 and 57.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
29.5 mi into trip | ~52m in | US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
32.6 mi into trip | ~58m in | Riverside Street

Turn right onto Riverside Street

Navigation decision point

8
35.3 mi into trip | ~1h 4m 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
43.5 mi into trip | ~1h 15m 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
6
57.4 mi into trip | ~1h 32m 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

$9.48 one way

$18.96 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $10.43 $20.87
premium $4.86 $11.28 $22.56
diesel $5.61 $13.00 $26.01

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.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$9

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

19 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Tesla Supercharger

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Tyngsborough, Massachusetts

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Manchester, New Hampshire

Tesla

1 DCFC

Shell Recharge Charging Station

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Shell Recharge

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Hooksett, NH

Tesla

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Nashua, New Hampshire

Electrify America

1 DCFC

EVgo Charging Station

Nashua, New Hampshire

EVgo

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 6 Tesla: 5 Blink: 3 Electrify America: 2 Shell Recharge: 1 EVgo: 1 Other: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.7 0 $6.18 $2.83
Efficient EV 14.7 0 $5.15 $2.36
EV Truck/SUV 23.6 0 $8.25 $3.77

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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 16, 2026

Origin

New Durham, NH

Late night in New Durham on Sunday

Local time

4:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Nashua, NH

Late night in Nashua on Sunday

Local time

4:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

39°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

17 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 36m 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 features a mixed profile, with 41% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on the Everett Turnpike, which is a significant portion of the route, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 22.8 miles. Beyond the turnpike, expect to navigate roads like Suncook Valley Road and Suncook Valley Highway, which likely offer a different driving feel, perhaps more local or scenic. The character of the drive will shift, transitioning from potentially faster highway speeds to more varied conditions as you approach your destination.

41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.5 miles in near US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.9 miles you will encounter 19 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 29.5 miles (US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.6 miles (Riverside Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.3 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.

Between New Durham, NH and Nashua, NH, road signs point toward Hooksett Village and Merrimack.

Hooksett Village

31.9 mi in | ~56m

Merrimack

43.5 mi in | ~1h 15m | via Everett Turnpike

About the Cities

Arriving in Nashua, NH

Full guide →

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).

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 36m. Total distance: 58.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 36m 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 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 Nashua, 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 29.5 miles (US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.6 miles (Riverside Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.3 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nashua, 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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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