Origin
Rye, NH
Late night in Rye on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rye, NH to Goffstown, NH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
47.8 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rye, NH
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Goffstown, NH
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Trip Overview
This 47.8-mile drive from Rye, NH to Goffstown, NH takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll primarily travel on NH 101, Mast Road, and Exeter Road, with 61% of the journey on highway. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $8, making it an affordable option for a quick excursion within New Hampshire. The overall feel is a highway-focused drive, efficient for getting from point A to point B without extensive detours. Given its short duration, it's perfect for a spontaneous outing or a convenient way to connect these two Northeast locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 28.9 mi | 33m |
| Mast Road | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Exeter Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Washington Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Bridge Street | 2 mi | 5m |
| Lafayette Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Mast Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Kelley Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 28.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rye, NH and Goffstown, NH.
1
Start on Washington Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Washington Road
2
Continue on Washington Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Road
3
Turn left onto Dow Lane
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Dow Lane
4
Turn left onto US 1
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Lafayette Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Hobbs Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hobbs Road
6
Continue on NH 111
404 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Hill Road
7
Turn left onto NH 151; NH 111
411 ft
·
11 sec
·
Post Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto NH 111
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Exeter Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on NH 111
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Hampton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward NH 101 West
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto NH 101
29 mi
·
33 min
·
NH 101
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 93 North: Concord
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 93
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 93
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 8
Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
15
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
16
Turn straight onto Wellington Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Wellington Road
17
Continue on Bridge Street
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Bridge Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Continue on Amory Street
388 ft
·
10 sec
·
Amory Street
Use the left lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto Coolidge Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Coolidge Avenue
20
Turn left onto Kelley Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Kelley Street
21
Continue on Nazaire Biron Bridge
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Nazaire Biron Bridge
22
Continue on Pinard Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Pinard Street
23
At end of road, turn right onto NH 114A
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Mast Road
Use the right lane.
24
Continue on NH 114
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mast Street
25
Enter roundabout onto NH 114
37 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Mast Street
26
Continue on NH 114
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mast Street
27
Enter roundabout onto NH 13; NH 114
50 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
28
Continue on NH 13; NH 114
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
Main Street
29
Arrive at destination
NH 13; NH 114
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.9 miles from Rye, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 41.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 1 / Lafayette Road
Turn left onto US 1 / Lafayette Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
7.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward NH 101 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward NH 101 West
6
36.7 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Concord
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Concord
6
37.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 8
Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
6
41.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
NH 114A / Mast Road
At end of road, turn right onto NH 114A / Mast Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.70 one way
$15.39 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.47 | $16.93 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.15 | $18.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.55 | $21.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.18 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Goffstown, NH
Late night in Goffstown on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
17 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
1h 15m 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?
The personality of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster-paced roads. With 61% of the route being highway, expect stretches where you can maintain consistent speeds. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 28.9 miles on NH 101. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of Mast Road and Exeter Road suggests a transition to more local thoroughfares as you approach your destination. This mix offers a blend of efficient travel and a slight shift in scenery and pace.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.9 mi on NH 101.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 101 and Mast Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near US 1 / Lafayette 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 47.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 2.4 miles (US 1 / Lafayette Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 36.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 47.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m 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 28.9 miles on NH 101. 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 Goffstown, 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 2.4 miles (US 1 / Lafayette Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 36.7 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 Goffstown, 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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