How far is Barnstead, NH from Merrimack, NH?
Fastest route
The route from Barnstead, New Hampshire, USA to Merrimack, New Hampshire, USA is approximately 40.4 miles long and takes about 51 minutes via NH-28 S. The route includes tolls.
Directions
- Head northwest toward Parade Rd.
- Continue on NH-28 S/Suncook Valley Rd.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto NH-28 S.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto US-3 S/Allenstown Rd.
- Continue to follow US-3 S.
- Turn right onto College Park Dr.
- Turn right onto Riverside St.
- Turn left onto W River Rd.
- Turn right onto Hackett Hill Rd (Toll road).
- Continue straight (follow signs for I-93 S/Everett Tpke/Manchester) (Toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-293 S/Everett Turnpike, follow signs for Interstate 293 S/Manchester Arpt/Manchester/Nashua (Toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to continue on Everett Turnpike, follow signs for Manchester Arpt/Merrimack/Nashua.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the Raymond Wieczorek Drive E exit toward U.S. 3 E/Manchester-Boston Regional Airport.
- Keep right to continue toward US-3 S.
- Continue on Church St to your destination.
- Turn right onto Church St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to follow NH-28 S and US-3 S for most of the journey.
- ⛽ There are tolls on Hackett Hill Rd and I-93 S/Everett Tpke.
- 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS to stay on the correct route.
- 🛣️ Be aware of traffic conditions, especially around Manchester.
- 🚦 Observe traffic signs and signals for a safe journey.
- 📞 In case of any issues, have a contact number or roadside assistance service available.
- 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged for emergencies and to stay connected.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Barnstead and Merrimack.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barnstead and Merrimack.
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Start on Parade Road
2258 ft · 1 min · Parade Road
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Continue on Parade Road
53 m · 12 sec · Parade Road
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Turn left onto Suncook Valley Road
1.1 km · 58 sec · Suncook Valley Road
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Continue on Suncook Valley Highway
1.5 km · 2 min · Suncook Valley Highway
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Continue on Suncook Valley Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Suncook Valley Road
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Continue on Suncook Valley Highway
1440 ft · 31 sec · Suncook Valley Highway
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Continue on Suncook Valley Road
4.3 mi · 6 min · Suncook Valley Road
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Continue on Suncook Valley Highway
1.6 mi · 3 min · Suncook Valley Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Epsom Circle
58 m · 5 sec · Suncook Valley Highway
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Exit the rotary onto Suncook Valley Highway
4.3 mi · 7 min · Suncook Valley Highway
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Continue on Route 28
1.3 mi · 2 min · Route 28
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Continue on Pinewood Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Pinewood Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Allenstown Road
1480 ft · 37 sec · Allenstown Road
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Continue on Hooksett Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Hooksett Road
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Turn slight right onto Hooksett Village
77 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto College Park Drive
2332 ft · 1 min · College Park Drive
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Continue on Main Street
1272 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Riverside Street
1560 ft · 59 sec · Riverside Street
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Turn left onto West River Road
1787 ft · 44 sec · West River Road
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Turn right onto Hackett Hill Road
1333 ft · 35 sec · Hackett Hill Road
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Take the ramp right
128 m · 11 sec
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Keep slight left
2636 ft · 1 min
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Continue on I 93 South
1211 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Everett Turnpike
1.6 km · 2 min · Everett Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
8.2 mi · 11 min · Everett Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
2.4 mi · 3 min · Everett Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Airport
1.3 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Merrimack
1425 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto South River Road
704 ft · 13 sec · South River Road
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Continue on Daniel Webster Highway
3.8 mi · 8 min · Daniel Webster Highway
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Turn slight left onto Loop Road
25 m · 4 sec · Loop Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Loop Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Barnstead and Merrimack.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Everett Turnpike
8.18 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Barnstead and Mostly Sunny near Merrimack.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Barnstead to Merrimack?
The road trip is about 39.9 miles (64.2 km) and usually takes 00h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hooksett is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Barnstead and 20.1 miles from Merrimack.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.56 one way or $11.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Barnstead and Mostly Sunny near Merrimack.
Stop Ideas Near Hooksett
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hooksett.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Barnstead and Merrimack. Straight-line distance: 33.94 mi (54.62 km).
#1 Barnstead
City in Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States of America
| Population | 4,777 |
| Coordinates | 43.3339700, -71.2928400 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Merrimack
River in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, United States
| Population | 27,452 |
| Coordinates | 42.8650900, -71.4934000 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-71.493333, 42.865106)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $5.56 | $11.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.28 | $12.57 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.85 | $13.70 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $8.46 | $16.91 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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