Origin
Salem, NH
Late night in Salem on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salem, NH to Bow Bog, 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
47m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salem, NH
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Bow Bog, NH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Salem to Bow Bog, you are looking at a straightforward 31.8-mile journey that typically takes about 47 minutes. This trip is perfect as a single-day outing, as the proximity of these two New Hampshire locations makes an overnight stay unnecessary. With a fuel budget of just $5, it remains a very affordable commute within the Northeast region. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-93 before transitioning to Main Street and eventually Bow Bog Road. Because the route is compact and efficient, it works well for travelers who prioritize speed and simplicity over a long, leisurely road trip experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 24.4 mi | 29m |
| Main Street | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Bow Bog Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Pine Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West River Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Everett Turnpike | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Hackett Hill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pelham Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 24.4 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem, NH and Bow Bog, NH.
1
Start on this road
113 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto NH 97
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on Pelham Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Pelham Road
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 93 North
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 93
17 mi
·
20 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
I 93
Toward I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Everett Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Hooksett
9
Turn left onto Hackett Hill Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Hackett Hill Road
10
Turn left onto NH 3A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West River Road
11
Turn left onto Pine Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Pine Street
12
Continue on Bow Bog Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Bow Bog Road
13
Arrive at destination
Bow Bog Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
|
NH 97 / Main Street
Turn left onto NH 97 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 93 North
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 93
Merge onto I 93
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
20.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
4
27.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.12 one way
$10.24 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.63 | $11.27 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.09 | $12.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Bow Bog, NH
Late night in Bow Bog on Tuesday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Derry, NH
16 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
19 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
47m 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 is heavily highway-focused, with roughly 78 percent of your time spent cruising on the interstate. You can expect a consistent pace for the majority of the trip, highlighted by a significant 24.4-mile stretch along I-93. While the initial portion of the drive is defined by high-speed highway travel, the character shifts once you exit onto Main Street and transition toward Bow Bog Road. This change marks a move from the monotony of the interstate to the more localized feel of the final approach. Being behind the wheel here is a functional experience, offering a reliable path that gets you from point A to point B without any technical road challenges.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.4 mi on I 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and Main Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 97 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31.8 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (NH 97 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 93): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
387 ft
130 ft
Total Climb
520 ft
Total Descent
263 ft
Highest Point
387 ft
~31.8 mi in
Elevation Range
257 ft
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 Salem, NH and Bow Bog, NH, road signs point toward Plymouth and Hooksett.
Plymouth
20.2 mi in
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~27m
|
via I 93
Hooksett
27.6 mi in
|
~36m
About the Cities
Starting in Salem, NH
Full guide →Salem is a city in 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 47m. Total distance: 31.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.4 miles on I 93. 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 Bow Bog, 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: near the start (NH 97 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 93): 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 Bow Bog, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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