Origin
Newmarket, NH
Late night in Newmarket on Sunday
Local time
12:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newmarket, NH to Merrimack, 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 5m
Distance
42.8 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newmarket, NH
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Merrimack, NH
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Trip Overview
Newmarket to Merrimack is 42.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes via NH 101, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, primarily highway drive that keeps you within New Hampshire for its entirety, moving from the Northeast region of the state to another part of the Northeast. It’s a short enough trip that you can easily complete it within a single day, making it ideal for a quick excursion or a practical commute. Consider this route if you need a direct connection between these two New Hampshire locations with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 24.2 mi | 29m |
| Wadleigh Falls Road | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| Calef Highway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Daniel Webster Highway | 3.8 mi | 8m |
| Everett Turnpike | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North River Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 24.2 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newmarket, NH and Merrimack, NH.
1
Start on NH 108
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on NH 152
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on NH 152
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Wadleigh Falls Road
4
Turn left onto NH 155
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North River Road
5
Continue on NH 155
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Lee Hill Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto NH 125
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Calef Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto NH 101
20 mi
·
23 min
·
NH 101
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
NH 101
Toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Manchester, Bedford
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 101
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
NH 101
Toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward Everett Turnpike South: Merrimack, Nashua, Manchester Airport
12
Merge onto Everett Turnpike
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Everett Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward Airport
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Merrimack
15
Turn right onto US 3
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
South River Road
16
Continue on US 3
3.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Daniel Webster Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn slight left onto Loop Road
83 ft
·
3 sec
·
Loop Road
18
Arrive at destination
Loop Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Newmarket, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 6.8 and 35 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
6.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
NH 125 / Calef Highway
At end of road, turn left onto NH 125 / Calef Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
11 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
11.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
NH 101
Merge onto NH 101
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
31.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
NH 101
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101 toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Manchester, Bedford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Air...
6
35 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
NH 101
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 101 toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.89 one way
$13.78 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.58 | $15.16 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.20 | $16.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.45 | $18.90 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.13
Everett Turnpike
(1.9 mi)
$0.13
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Merrimack, NH
Late night in Merrimack on Sunday
Local time
12:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Fremont, NH
21 mi in
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
18 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 5m 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 highway-focused drive, with 61% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 24.2 miles on NH 101, which forms the backbone of this journey. Expect a relatively consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip, characterized by the efficiency of highway travel. As you progress, the route incorporates local roads like Wadleigh Falls Road and Calef Highway, offering a slight shift in pace before rejoining main arteries. It’s a drive designed for making good time.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.2 mi on NH 101.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 101 and Wadleigh Falls Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in near NH 125 / Calef Highway.
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 42.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 6.8 miles (NH 125 / Calef Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (NH 101): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Between Newmarket, NH and Merrimack, NH, road signs point toward Manchester, Bedford, Nashua, Everett Turnpike South: Merrimack, Manchester Airport and Airport.
Manchester
31.7 mi in
|
~45m
|
via NH 101
Bedford
31.7 mi in
|
~45m
|
via NH 101
Nashua
35 mi in
|
~50m
|
via NH 101
Everett Turnpike South: Merrimack
35.6 mi in
|
~51m
Manchester Airport
35.6 mi in
|
~51m
Airport
37.8 mi in
|
~54m
About the Cities
Arriving in Merrimack, NH
Full guide →Merrimack is a city in the Merrimack Valley of 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 5m. Total distance: 42.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.2 miles on NH 101. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.13 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 Merrimack, 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 6.8 miles (NH 125 / Calef Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (NH 101): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Merrimack, 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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