Origin
Pelham, NH
Night in Pelham on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pelham, NH to Hampton, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
37 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pelham, NH
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Hampton, NH
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to head from Pelham to the coast, this 37-mile trek is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 55 minutes. You will primarily utilize I-495, Lafayette Road, and the Loop Connector to reach Hampton. Given the short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it remains an economical choice for a quick getaway. Since both towns are situated within the Northeast region of New Hampshire, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the transit. It is a no-fuss option for travelers who prefer a quick transition from inland settings to the shoreline.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 495 | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| Lafayette Road | 3.9 mi | 8m |
| Loop Connector | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Bridge Street | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 93 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| I 95 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Lowell Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Stiles Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 495
— 16.8 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pelham, NH and Hampton, NH.
1
Start on Nashua Road
355 ft
·
10 sec
·
Nashua Road
2
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
112 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn left onto NH 38
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Bridge Street
5
Continue on NH 38
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lowell Road
6
Turn left onto Stiles Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Stiles Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto Pelham Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Pelham Road
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 93 South
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 93
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 93
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 48
Toward MA 213 East: Methuen, Haverhill
11
Merge onto MA 213
250 ft
·
5 sec
·
Loop Connector
Exit 1A
Toward I 93 South: Boston
12
Continue on MA 213
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Loop Connector
Exit 48
Toward MA 213 East: Methuen
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5B
Toward I 495 North: Haverhill, Salisbury
14
Merge onto I 495
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 95
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 1
Toward NH 107: Seabrook, Kingston
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
448 ft
·
12 sec
Use the right lane.
18
Turn straight onto NH 107
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
NH 107
19
Turn left onto US 1
3.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Lafayette Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left
388 ft
·
30 sec
21
Turn left
66 ft
·
11 sec
22
Turn left
259 ft
·
18 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Pelham, 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 0.1 and 32.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Main Street
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
9.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward MA 213 East: Methuen, Haverhill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward MA 213 East: Methuen, Haverhill
7
13.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 North: Haverhill, Salisbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5B
Toward I 495 North: Haverhill, Salisbury
8
32.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward NH 107: Seabrook, Kingston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1
Toward NH 107: Seabrook, Kingston
7
32.6 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.96 one way
$11.91 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.55 | $13.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Hampton, NH
Night in Hampton on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
56°F
Lawrence, MA
19 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.
Road read
55m 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 offers a mixed experience, balancing high-speed transit with local navigation. You will spend about 59% of your time on highways, providing a steady rhythm before transitioning to smaller roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 16.8 miles on I-495, which serves as the primary backbone of your trip. As you move off the interstate and onto Lafayette Road and the Loop Connector, the pace naturally shifts to accommodate local traffic patterns. Expect a functional drive that trades scenic variety for efficiency, allowing you to focus on the road ahead as you move toward your destination.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.8 mi on I 495.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 0.1 miles in near Main Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 37 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Pelham, NH and Hampton, NH, road signs point toward Haverhill, Salisbury and Kingston.
Haverhill
9.2 mi in
|
~16m
Salisbury
13.1 mi in
|
~21m
Kingston
32.4 mi in
|
~44m
About the Cities
Arriving in Hampton, NH
Full guide →Hampton is a city in New Hampshire along the coast. It includes the small village of Hampton Beach, a popular tourist spot.
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 55m. Total distance: 37 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.8 miles on I 495. 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 Hampton, 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 0.1 miles (Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hampton, 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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