Origin
New Ipswich, NH
Morning in New Ipswich on Sunday
Local time
6:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Ipswich, NH to Salem, 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 24m
Distance
53.6 mi
86 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Ipswich, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Salem, NH
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Trip Overview
New Ipswich to Salem is 53.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 24 minutes via I 495 and I 93, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Hampshire, making it a convenient local journey. You'll experience a mixed drive, transitioning from local roads to significant highway travel. With its short duration and manageable cost, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, offering a practical way to cover ground without a major time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 16.5 mi | 18m |
| Main Street | 7.8 mi | 15m |
| I 93 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Boston Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| South Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Turnpike Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Great Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Greenville Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 16.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Ipswich, NH and Salem, NH.
1
Start on NH 123A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto NH 123; NH 124
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Turnpike Road
3
Continue on NH 124
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Turnpike Road
4
Continue on NH 124
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Barrett Hill Road
5
Continue on Greenville Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Greenville Road
6
Turn right onto Mason Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Mason Road
7
Continue on Canal Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Canal Street
8
Turn left onto MA 119
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on MA 119
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Town Line Road
10
Continue on MA 119
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
South Road
11
Continue on MA 111; MA 119
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
12
Keep slight left at fork onto MA 119; MA 225
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Boston Road
13
Continue on MA 119
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Great Road
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
15
Merge onto I 495
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 97B
Toward I 93 North: Salem New Hampshire
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
this road
Exit 97B
Toward I 93 North: Salem New Hampshire
18
Merge onto I 93
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 93
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1
Toward Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Salem
22
Continue on NH 38
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Rockingham Park Boulevard
23
Continue on Veterans Memorial Parkway
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Memorial Parkway
24
Turn left onto Lawrence Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Road
25
Turn straight onto NH 97
487 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
26
Turn right
113 ft
·
8 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.8 miles from New Ipswich, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 26.3 and 50.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
26.3 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 North: Lowell, Lawrence
5
26.6 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
43 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Salem New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 97B
Toward I 93 North: Salem New Hampshire
5
43.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
I 93
Merge onto I 93
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
50.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1
Toward Salem
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.63 one way
$17.26 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.26 | $20.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.83 | $23.67 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.33
Turnpike Road
(3.7 mi)
$0.26
Old Turnpike Road
(1 mi)
$0.07
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.50 | $3.43 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Salem, NH
Morning in Salem on Sunday
Local time
6:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 24m 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 is a mixed drive where you'll spend about 55% of your time on highways. Expect to encounter stretches like the 16.5 miles on I 495, which offer a more consistent pace. The journey begins on Main Street, likely a more local and potentially slower-paced road, before merging onto the interstate system. As you progress, the character shifts towards faster travel, providing a blend of local access and efficient highway transit. This variety means you'll experience different driving conditions throughout the 1 hour and 24 minute trip.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.5 mi on I 495.
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 26.3 miles in.
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 53.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 26.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.6 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from New Ipswich, NH to Salem, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Lawrence along the way.
Lawrence
26.3 mi in
|
~48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 53.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.5 miles on I 495. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.33 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.
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 Salem, 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 26.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.6 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Salem, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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