Bedford

City / town · New Hampshire

Bedford

Best timeMay–Oct
From you
Nearest airportMHT · 4 mi
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Overview

Bedford is a city of 23,000 people (2020) in New Hampshire. It is a suburb of Manchester, New Hampshire's largest city.

4 places to eat · 1 places to stay

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Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 17°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and Oct. (climate data from nearby Manchester)

Jan: 2.4 in rain2.4"Jan: high 34°F, low 17°F34°17°JanFeb: 2.7 in rain2.7"Feb: high 37°F, low 19°F37°19°FebMar: 3.5 in rain3.5"Mar: high 46°F, low 27°F46°27°MarApr: 3.3 in rain3.3"Apr: high 59°F, low 38°F59°38°AprMay: 3.4 in rain3.4"May: high 70°F, low 48°F70°48°MayJun: 4.0 in rain4"Jun: high 79°F, low 58°F79°58°JunJul: 3.3 in rain3.3"Jul: high 84°F, low 64°F84°64°JulAug: 3.4 in rain3.4"Aug: high 82°F, low 62°F82°62°AugSep: 3.7 in rain3.7"Sep: high 75°F, low 54°F75°54°SepOct: 3.9 in rain3.9"Oct: high 62°F, low 42°F62°42°OctNov: 3.5 in rain3.5"Nov: high 50°F, low 33°F50°33°NovDec: 3.3 in rain3.3"Dec: high 39°F, low 24°F39°24°Dec

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

  • From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
  • MHT Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, Manchester — 4 mi away. Directions
  • BED Laurence G Hanscom Field, Bedford — 35 mi away. Directions
  • BOS Boston Logan International Airport, Boston — 48 mi away (major hub). Directions

Two major highways run through Bedford. The Everett Turnpike runs north-south, and Route 101 runs east-west. The segment of the Everett Turnpike north of NH 101 and the segment of NH 101 east of the Everett Turnpike are designated Interstate 293; I-293 turns at this interchange.

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    Get in

    By car

    Two major highways run through Bedford. The Everett Turnpike runs north-south, and Route 101 runs east-west. The segment of the Everett Turnpike north of NH 101 and the segment of NH 101 east of the Everett Turnpike are designated Interstate 293; I-293 turns at this interchange.

    By plane

    Manchester Boston Regional Airport (MHT), Route 101 exit 2, just minutes away from Bedford, it is a much more convenient option rather than going to the Logan International Airport (BOS). From here, you can reach all the main cities of the United States, along with Canada. The airport is not very large, and it is easy to navigate around. Has only two security checkpoints and two floors.

    Eat

    Eat Carrabba's

    Italian

    The casual, yet festive atmosphere with their Italian touches. Their suberb service and comfortable setting complements the quality meals that they offer. Also offered is a Car Side To Go experience, making it easy to take home affordable meal.

    📍 2 Upjohn St🕒 Mon-Thu 4-10PM, Fri 4-11PM, Sat 3-11PM, Sun noon-9PM☎ +1 603 641-0004
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    Eat Pizza Mia

    ItalianPizza

    A large pizza ranges from $11-25. A local favorite family restaurant is well known for their different kinds of pizza and other options such as hot subs, entrees, appetizers, pasta, salad, and a kids menu. They also offer delivery during their hours.

    📍 460 Route 101Bedford West Plaza🕒 Mon-Thu 11AM-9PM, Fri Sat 11AM–10PM and Sun noon-9PM☎ +1 603 472-8878
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    Eat Pizza Bella

    Pizza

    A large pizza ranges from $10-16. It's in the center of town, near sporting locations and the schools, it is a frequent hang out for many locals. They are well known for their pizza, subs, salads and dinners.

    📍 178 Route 101Bedford Village Inn🕒 Daily 10AM-10PM. Delivery 5-10PM☎ +1 603 472-8560
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    Eat T-bones

    SeafoodBurgers

    "Classic" entrees range from about $12.00-16.00. Catering is available. Handicap accessible. Bar accompanied with high definition TVs. Made from scratch recipes. All recipes are developed in own kitchens. Offers "Chef Nicole's" healthy menu. Fresh ingredients, mostly New Hampshire-based companies. Seafood delivered fresh (hours after getting it from the sea). Produce is delivered daily. Received awards for best burgers (six years in a row) and best kids menu from the "Best of New Hampshire".

    📍 25 South River Rd🕒 Sun-Thu 11:30AM-10PM, Fri-Sat 11:30AM-11PM. Not open on Christmas and Thanksgiving Day☎ +1 603 641-6100
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    Sleep

    Stay Bedford Village Inn

    The BVI is a luxurious inn that offers overnight accommodations, corporate functions, weddings and their award winning food service. It offers the quaint New Hampshire experience, which is comfortable and welcoming.

    📍 2 Olde Bedford Way☎ +1 603 472-2001
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