Origin
Concord, NH
Late night in Concord on Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, NH to Dublin, NH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
44.2 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 12m
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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Dublin, NH
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the heart of New Hampshire, the 44.2-mile journey from Concord to Dublin is a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 15 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate away from the state capital. This route is entirely local, avoiding highways, which keeps the pace relaxed and predictable. With a total fuel cost of approximately $7, it is an economical choice for a quick getaway. Because the duration is quite manageable, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics; you can easily complete the round trip or reach your destination with plenty of time to spare.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 23.9 mi | 35m |
| I 89 | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Bennington Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Bond Corner Road | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Clinton Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Hancock Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Harrisville Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 23.9 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NH and Dublin, NH.
1
Start on this road
74 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Centre Street
183 ft
·
9 sec
·
Centre Street
3
Turn right onto US 3; US 202
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto US 202; NH 9
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Pleasant Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto NH 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
6
Turn right onto NH 13
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Clinton Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
8
Merge onto I 89
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
I 89
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5
Toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
10
Continue on US 202; NH 9
14 mi
·
18 min
·
US 202; NH 9
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit onto US 202
10 mi
·
16 min
·
US 202
Toward US 202 West: Peterborough
12
Turn right onto NH 137
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Bennington Road
13
Turn right onto NH 123; NH 137
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
14
Turn slight left onto NH 137
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Old Hancock Road
15
Turn straight onto NH 137
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Bond Corner Road
16
Continue on NH 137
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 137
17
Turn right onto Hancock Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hancock Road
18
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Hill Road
19
Continue on East Harrisville Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East Harrisville Road
20
At end of road, turn right onto NH 101
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
State Route 101
21
Continue on NH 101
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
22
Turn right onto Dublin Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Dublin Road
23
Arrive at destination
New Harrisville Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Concord, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Centre Street
Turn right onto Centre Street
Navigation decision point
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 3; US 202 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 3; US 202 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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US 202; NH 9 / Pleasant Street
Turn right onto US 202; NH 9 / Pleasant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
NH 13 / Clinton Street
Turn right onto NH 13 / Clinton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
8.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.12 one way
$14.23 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.83 | $15.66 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.46 | $16.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Dublin, NH
Late night in Dublin on Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
18 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
1h 15m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this path relies on surface streets like Centre Street, North Main Street, and Pleasant Street to move you through the region. Because the highway share is 0%, your experience will be defined by the rhythm of local traffic and frequent turns rather than sustained high-speed cruising. The road is technical and requires a more active driving style as you wind your way toward Dublin. You will not find any exceptionally long, uninterrupted stretches here, so keep your focus sharp as you navigate the changing local landscape.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.9 mi on US 202.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 202 and I 89. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Centre Street.
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 44.2 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (Centre Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 3; US 202 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (US 202; NH 9 / Pleasant Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Concord, NH to Dublin, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Keene along the way.
Keene
8.7 mi in
|
~13m
About the Cities
Starting in Concord, NH
Full guide →Concord is the capital city of New Hampshire, a state in New England. It is the home of the oldest state house in the U.S. in which the legislature still meets in its original chambers.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 44.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.9 miles on US 202. 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: near the start (Centre Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 3; US 202 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (US 202; NH 9 / Pleasant Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dublin, 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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