Origin
Concord, NH
Night in Concord on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, NH to Chester, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
28.6 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concord, NH
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Chester, NH
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Trip Overview
Concord, NH to Chester, NH is 28.6 miles and takes about 43 minutes via Everett Turnpike and I-93, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, same-day trip stays within New Hampshire, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. The route is primarily highway-focused, offering a straightforward drive between two points in the Northeast region. Given its brevity, it's a practical choice if you're looking for a simple transit rather than an extended scenic adventure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 10.9 mi | 13m |
| I 93 | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Chester Road | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| NH 101 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Chester Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Hooksett Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Loudon Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Centre Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Everett Turnpike
— 10.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NH and Chester, NH.
1
Start on this road
74 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Centre Street
183 ft
·
7 sec
·
Centre Street
3
Continue on NH 9
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Loudon Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 93 South
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on I 93
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
I 93
Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7
Toward NH 101 East: Seacoast, Portsmouth
9
Merge onto NH 101
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
NH 101
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 2
Toward Auburn, Chester
11
Turn right onto Hooksett Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Hooksett Road
12
Continue on NH 121
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Chester Road
13
Continue on NH 121
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Chester Street
14
Turn right
499 ft
·
36 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 20.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 93 South
6
9.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
11.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 93
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
6
17.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward NH 101 East: Seacoast, Portsmouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward NH 101 East: Seacoast, Portsmouth
6
20.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward Auburn, Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward Auburn, Chester
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.60 one way
$9.21 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.07 | $10.13 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.48 | $10.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.31 | $12.63 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.76
Everett Turnpike
(10.9 mi)
$0.76
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 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 | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
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
Chester, NH
Night in Chester on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
12 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
43m 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, with 67% of the journey utilizing major roadways like the Everett Turnpike and I-93. You'll experience a mostly fast-paced trip, highlighted by a longest stretch of 10.9 miles on the Everett Turnpike. While it's highway-focused, expect some transitions as you move onto local roads like Chester Road closer to your destination. The profile suggests a consistent driving experience with limited scenic detours, prioritizing efficient travel.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.9 mi on Everett Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
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 28.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.4 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Concord, NH and Chester, NH, road signs point toward Boston, Portsmouth and Auburn.
Boston
11.3 mi in
|
~14m
|
via I 93
Portsmouth
17.1 mi in
|
~21m
Auburn
20.4 mi in
|
~25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 28.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.9 miles on Everett Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.76 in tolls one way, starting with Everett Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Chester, 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 0.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.4 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Chester, 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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