Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
17.2 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weare Corner, NH
Connor Scott McManus
Portsmouth, NH
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This 17.2-mile drive from Weare Corner to Portsmouth, New Hampshire, is a quick 24-minute journey perfect for a single day trip. Primarily utilizing the Blue Star Turnpike and NH 107, you'll experience an 89% highway share, making it a straightforward and efficient route. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, this drive is very budget-friendly. The Northeast region remains your focus throughout this trip, offering a consistent feel from start to finish. Given its short distance and duration, no overnight stay is required, allowing for maximum flexibility in your travel plans.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Turnpike | 14 mi | 16m |
| NH 107 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Market Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| New Zealand Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Old New Boston Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Congress Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Weare Corner, NH and Portsmouth, NH.
Start on Old New Boston Road
Continue on New Zealand Road
At end of road, turn right onto NH 107
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn right onto Market Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 1
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 16 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto NH 107
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Hampton, Portsmouth
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Blue Star Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 / Blue Star Turnpike toward I 95 North: Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Maine Points
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.77 one way
$5.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.05 | $6.09 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.29 | $6.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.80 | $7.60 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.99
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$1
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 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 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Weare Corner on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Portsmouth on Sunday
Local time
12:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this trip, with 89% of the drive taking place on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14 miles along the Blue Star Turnpike, providing a consistent pace. You'll transition from the Turnpike onto NH 107 before entering Portsmouth via Market Street. While primarily highway, the approach into Portsmouth will likely feel more like a conventional road as you navigate the city streets. This route offers a predictable driving experience with minimal complexity.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Blue Star Turnpike and NH 107. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near NH 107.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 17.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 24m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (NH 107): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.2 miles (I 95 / Blue Star Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Weare Corner, NH and Portsmouth, NH, road signs point toward New Hampshire and Maine Points.
New Hampshire
Maine Points
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 17.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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