Origin
Alton, NH
Morning in Alton on Sunday
Local time
6:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alton, NH to East Concord, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
28.5 mi
46 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alton, NH
Barnabas Davoti
East Concord, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
Alton to East Concord is 28.5 miles and takes about 48 minutes via NH 28 and I 393, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, straightforward drive stays within New Hampshire, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a practical option for a quick transit, primarily utilizing highway conditions for efficient travel. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for those looking to minimize travel time between these locations, making it a simple, no-fuss journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 28 | 17.7 mi | 27m |
| I 393 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Dover Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Side Drive | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Mountain Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 28
— 17.7 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alton, NH and East Concord, NH.
1
Start on this road
336 ft
·
26 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto NH 11; NH 28A
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto NH 28
262 ft
·
7 sec
·
NH 28
4
Continue on NH 28
18 mi
·
27 min
·
NH 28
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn slight right onto Main Street
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
6
Turn right onto US 4; US 202; NH 9
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Dover Road
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 393; US 4; US 202
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 393; US 4; US 202
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 2
Toward NH 132: East Side Drive
9
Turn right onto NH 132
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Side Drive
Use the right lane.
10
Enter roundabout onto NH 132
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
Mountain Road
11
Continue on NH 132
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mountain Road
12
Turn left
99 ft
·
7 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 26.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street
Turn right onto NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NH 28
Enter roundabout onto NH 28
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
20.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Turn right onto US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
26.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward NH 132: East Side Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 2
Toward NH 132: East Side Drive
5
26.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
NH 132 / East Side Drive
Turn right onto NH 132 / East Side Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.59 one way
$9.18 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.05 | $10.10 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.46 | $10.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.29 | $12.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.99 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
East Concord, NH
Morning in East Concord on Sunday
Local time
6:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
48m 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 is predominantly highway-focused, with 73% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 17.7 miles on NH 28, which forms the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip. The route transitions to Interstate 393, offering a consistent highway feel for much of the 28.5-mile distance. Expect a smooth, efficient experience as you navigate these primary arteries, with Main Street serving as the final approach in East Concord.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.7 mi on NH 28.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 28 and I 393. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 28.5 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.1 miles (NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NH 28): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.6 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 28.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.7 miles on NH 28. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 East Concord, 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: at 0.1 miles (NH 11; NH 28A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NH 28): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.6 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Concord, 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From East Concord, NH
More from Alton, NH
More trips to East Concord, NH
Explore more options from Alton, NH or browse trips ending in East Concord, NH.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NH road trips.