Origin
Somersworth, NH
Late night in Somersworth on Sunday
Local time
12:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somersworth, NH to Hooksett, 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 13m
Distance
49.8 mi
80 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 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somersworth, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Hooksett, NH
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Trip Overview
Somersworth, NH to Hooksett, NH is 49.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 13 minutes via NH 101, Calef Highway, and I-93, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Hampshire, moving you from the Northeast region to the Northeast. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on well-traveled roads that connect communities. Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from state highways to interstate travel. This route is ideal for a quick day trip or a convenient segment of a larger New England journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 18.4 mi | 21m |
| Calef Highway | 9.6 mi | 14m |
| I 93 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| Knox Marsh Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| High Street | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| Spaulding Turnpike | 2 mi | 2m |
| Concord Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Lee Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 18.4 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somersworth, NH and Hooksett, NH.
1
Start on Highland Street
9 ft
·
2 sec
·
Highland Street
2
Turn right onto NH 9; NH 236
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
High Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on NH 9
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Indian Brook Drive
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto NH 16
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Spaulding Turnpike
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 8W
Toward NH 9 West, NH 155 West: Madbury
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn slight right onto NH 9
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Knox Marsh Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on NH 155
347 ft
·
7 sec
·
Manchester Road
9
Continue on NH 155
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Road
10
Continue on NH 155
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Turtle Pond Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
12
Merge onto US 4
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Concord Road
13
Enter roundabout onto NH 125
290 ft
·
8 sec
·
Calef Highway
14
Continue on NH 125
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Calef Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the right lane.
16
Merge onto NH 101
18 mi
·
21 min
·
NH 101
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 93 North: Concord
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 93
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 93
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Everett Turnpike
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Hooksett
21
Turn left onto Hackett Hill Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Hackett Hill Road
22
Turn left onto NH 3A
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
West River Road
23
Turn right onto Riverside Street
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Riverside Street
24
Arrive at destination
Rosedale Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 24.9 miles from Somersworth, 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 41.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NH 9; NH 236 / High Street
Turn right onto NH 9; NH 236 / High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward NH 9 West, NH 155 West: Madbury
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 8W
Toward NH 9 West, NH 155 West: Madbury
5
22.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
41.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.02 one way
$16.03 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.82 | $17.64 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.54 | $19.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.00 | $21.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.14
Spaulding Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.14
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$0
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 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 | 14.9 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
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
Hooksett, NH
Late night in Hooksett on Sunday
Local time
12:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Barrington, NH
25 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
5 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 13m 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 bag of road types, with 54% of it on highways. You'll navigate stretches of NH 101 and Calef Highway before merging onto I-93. The longest continuous segment without a major change in road type is 18.4 miles on NH 101. Expect some sections of faster-paced driving on the interstate, interspersed with more local road conditions on the state highways. The transition between these road types is fairly smooth, allowing for a steady pace throughout the 1 hour 13 minute journey.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.4 mi on NH 101.
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 early in the drive near NH 9; NH 236 / High Street.
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 49.8 miles you will encounter 18 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 9; NH 236 / High Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 49.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.4 miles on NH 101. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.14 in tolls one way, starting with Spaulding 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 Hooksett, 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 9; NH 236 / High Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Hooksett, 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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