Origin
Portsmouth, NH
Late night in Portsmouth on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portsmouth, NH to Weare Corner, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
17.3 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Portsmouth, NH
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Weare Corner, NH
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Trip Overview
Portsmouth, NH to Weare Corner, NH is 17.3 miles and takes about 25m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick hop stays within the Northeast region, specifically New Hampshire, making it a straightforward local journey. Given its short distance and focus on highway travel, it's ideal for a quick errand, a connecting drive to another route, or a brief scenic detour if you're exploring the area. You'll likely find this drive efficient and predictable, with minimal fuss for getting from point A to point B.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 9 mi | 11m |
| Blue Star Turnpike | 5 mi | 5m |
| NH 107 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Market Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| New Zealand Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Hanover Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fleet Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Congress Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 9 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portsmouth, NH and Weare Corner, NH.
1
Start on US 1
406 ft
·
15 sec
·
Congress Street
2
Turn right onto Fleet Street
462 ft
·
17 sec
·
Fleet Street
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto Hanover Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Hanover Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Market Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Market Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 95 South: Hampton, Boston
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Blue Star Turnpike
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 1
Toward NH 107: Seabrook, Kingston
9
Turn right onto NH 107
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
NH 107
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto New Zealand Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
New Zealand Road
11
Arrive at destination
Old New Boston Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 15.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Fleet Street
Turn right onto Fleet Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Market Street
At end of road, turn left onto Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Hampton, Boston
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Hampton, Boston
6
10.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 95 / Blue Star Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Blue Star Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
6
15.5 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward NH 107: Seabrook, Kingston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1
Toward NH 107: Seabrook, Kingston
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.79 one way
$5.57 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.06 | $6.13 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.31 | $6.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.35
Blue Star Turnpike
(5 mi)
$0.35
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Weare Corner, NH
Late night in Weare Corner on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
25m 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 87% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 95 and the Blue Star Turnpike. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 9 miles on I 95, offering a consistent pace. While primarily interstate, NH 107 will also play a role, potentially introducing slightly different road conditions for a portion of your trip. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding backroads.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Blue Star Turnpike. 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 Fleet Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 17.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Fleet Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (Market Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Portsmouth, NH and Weare Corner, NH, road signs point toward Boston and Kingston.
Boston
1.3 mi in
|
~3m
Kingston
15.5 mi in
|
~20m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 17.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.35 in tolls one way, starting with Blue Star 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 Weare Corner, 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 (Fleet Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (Market Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: 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 Weare Corner, 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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