Amherst to Laconia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.1 miles 154.7 km · straight line
120.2 miles estimated 193.4 km · driving distance
2h 25min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
33° NNE bearing direction

How far is Amherst from Laconia?

The distance from Amherst to Laconia is 96.1 miles (154.7 km) as the crow flies. Laconia is located NNE of Amherst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.2 miles, taking about 2h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Amherst in Massachusetts and Laconia in New Hampshire.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amherst and Laconia. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amherst to Laconia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 25min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 54min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 18min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amherst & Laconia

Quick Facts

Amherst
42.37°N, 72.52°W
America/New_York
82m elevation
Laconia
43.53°N, 71.47°W
America/New_York
153m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 259 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients