Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
29.2 mi
47 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Candia, NH
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East Concord, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
If you are planning to travel from Candia to East Concord, you are looking at a straightforward 29.2-mile trek through the heart of New Hampshire. Expect to spend about 39 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a quick one-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting roughly $5 for fuel should cover your needs for this transit. Because both the origin and destination are located within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the journey. This highway-focused path is designed for efficiency rather than leisure, prioritizing a direct connection between these two points. It is a practical choice if your goal is simply to get from point A to point B without unnecessary detours.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| I 93 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| NH 101 | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| Styles Bridges Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Old Candia Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Deerfield Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Mountain Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Old Deerfield Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Candia, NH and East Concord, NH.
Start on Old Deerfield Road
At end of road, turn left onto NH 43
Continue on NH 43
Turn straight onto NH 43
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NH 101
Take the exit
Merge onto I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
Continue on I 93
Take the exit
Turn right onto West Portsmouth Street
Enter roundabout onto NH 132
Continue on NH 132
Turn left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 28.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto NH 43 / Deerfield Road
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Concord
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NH 132: East Concord
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Enter roundabout onto NH 132 / Mountain Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Regular Gas
$4.70 one way
$9.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.17 | $10.34 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.59 | $11.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.45 | $12.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.2 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 | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.09 | $1.87 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Candia on Sunday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Light Rain
Destination
Morning in East Concord on Sunday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
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 utilitarian experience, as 76% of this route is comprised of high-speed highway travel. You will navigate via a combination of NH 101, I-93, and the Everett Turnpike to reach your destination. The most significant segment occurs on the Everett Turnpike, where you can settle in for an uninterrupted 10.2-mile stretch. While the drive is characterized by its efficiency, the transition between these major roadways defines the flow of the trip. You will find that the personality of the road remains consistent, favoring speed and connectivity over winding backroads or scenic diversions.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Everett Turnpike and I 93. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near NH 43 / Deerfield Road.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 29.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (NH 43 / Deerfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
372 ft
Total Descent
417 ft
Highest Point
468 ft
~2.1 mi in
Elevation Range
231 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 29.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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