Origin
Chichester, NH
Late night in Chichester on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chichester, NH to 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
14m
Distance
8.6 mi
14 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chichester, NH
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Concord, NH
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Trip Overview
Chichester, NH to Concord, NH is 8.6 miles and takes about 14 minutes via I-393, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, highway-focused drive will get you from one point in New Hampshire to another in under 20 minutes. It's a quick hop within the Northeast region, specifically staying within the state of NH. Since the trip is so brief, you won't need to worry about extensive planning or multiple days; it's a straightforward point-to-point journey perfect for a quick transfer.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 393 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Dover Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 202 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Centre Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 393
— 4.9 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chichester, NH and Concord, NH.
1
Start on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 4; US 202; NH 9
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Dover Road
Use the right lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto I 393; US 4; US 202
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 393; US 4; US 202
4
Continue on I 393; US 202
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 393; US 202
5
Turn straight onto US 202
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
US 202
6
Turn left onto US 3; US 202
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Centre Street
183 ft
·
11 sec
·
Centre Street
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left
74 ft
·
12 sec
9
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 8.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m 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.
4
2.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 393; US 4; US 202
Keep slight right at fork onto I 393; US 4; US 202
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 3; US 202 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 3; US 202 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
6
8.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Centre Street
Turn right onto Centre Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
8.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.38 one way
$2.77 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.52 | $3.05 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.65 | $3.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.90 | $0.41 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.75 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Concord, NH
Late night in Concord on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
14m 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 has a strong highway focus, with 61% of the route on such roads. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 4.9 miles on I-393, offering a steady pace for a significant portion of your journey. The profile suggests a straightforward driving experience, likely involving on- and off-ramps to transition between the main highway and local roads like Dover Road and North Main Street. Expect a relatively smooth, uninterrupted drive for the majority of the trip.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.9 mi on I 393.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 393 and Dover Road. You will hit about 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 8.6 miles you will encounter 5 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 0.4 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (I 393; US 4; US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 8.1 miles (US 3; US 202 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 8.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.9 miles on I 393. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.4 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (I 393; US 4; US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 8.1 miles (US 3; US 202 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at 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.
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