This 110.1-mile journey from Concord, NH to Gorham, NH is best tackled as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 22 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on Styles Bridges Highway and US 3, with a smaller portion on Gorham Hill Road. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, this drive offers a straightforward route through the Northeast region of New Hampshire. The overall feel is that of a local drive, suggesting a more relaxed pace and potentially more frequent turns than a pure interstate experience. Given its manageable length, it's an ideal option for a day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.1 miles from Concord, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NH and Gorham, NH.
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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·41 sec·Loudon Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 93 NorthUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 93
16 mi·18 min·Styles Bridges Highway
6
Continue on I 93
0.7 mi·46 sec·Sen Styles Bridges Highway
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Continue on I 93
49 mi·52 min·Styles Bridges Highway
8
Continue on I 93
7.7 mi·12 min·Franconia Notch Parkway
9
Take the exit onto US 3
10 mi·16 min·US 3
Exit 35Toward US 3 North: Twin Mountain, LancasterUse the slight right lane.
10
Continue on US 3
2.0 mi·3 min·US Route 3 North
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto NH 115
3.6 mi·5 min·State Route 115
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on NH 115
6.1 mi·9 min·Owls Head Highway
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At end of road, turn right onto US 2
2.2 mi·3 min·Presidential Highway
14
Continue on US 2
9.1 mi·12 min·Gorham Hill Road
15
Continue on US 2
1.2 mi·3 min·Lancaster Road
16
Merge onto US 2; NH 16
1.4 mi·3 min·Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 2; NH 16
Trip Plan
For this 2 hour and 22 minute drive, consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. Since there are no specified stops, plan for a brief break around the halfway point or when you notice your longest stretch of 65.2 miles coming to an end. The estimated fuel cost is $18, so ensure your tank is full before departing Concord. A practical tip for this route is to pay close attention to signage as you transition from US 3 onto Gorham Hill Road, as this is where the 'turn-heavy' nature of the drive becomes most apparent.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55.1 miles from Concord, NH, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.1 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gorham, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Concord, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Concord, NH
This is one driving day of about 110.1 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Concord, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Styles Bridges Highway for about 65.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 96.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Centre Street
Turn right onto Centre Street
Navigation decision point
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0.3 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 93 North
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74.1 mi into trip|~1h 25m in|US 3
Take the exit onto US 3 toward US 3 North: Twin Mountain, Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 35
Toward US 3 North: Twin Mountain, Lancaster
5
86.6 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|NH 115 / State Route 115
Turn right onto NH 115 / State Route 115
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
96.3 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|US 2 / Presidential Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 2 / Presidential Highway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.72 one way
$35.45 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$19.50
$39.00
premium
$4.86
$21.08
$42.17
diesel
$5.61
$24.31
$48.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33
0
$11.56
$5.28
Efficient EV
27.5
0
$9.63
$4.40
EV Truck/SUV
44
0
$15.41
$7.05
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Concord, NH
Night
in Concord on Saturday
Local time
9:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Light Rain
S 5 to 10 mph81% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Gorham, NH
Night
in Gorham on Saturday
Local time
9:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Lincoln, NH
55 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
8 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
2h 22m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this 110.1-mile route, with highway driving making up about 22% of the total mileage. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 65.2 miles on Styles Bridges Highway, offering a period of more consistent speed before transitioning to more varied road conditions. As you progress, the drive will likely shift from more open highway segments to more winding local roads, requiring your attention and a steady hand. This dynamic change in road character is a defining feature of the trip.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.2 mi on Styles Bridges Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Centre Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 22m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Centre Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 74.1 miles (US 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,874 ft271 ft
Total Climb
2,000 ft
Total Descent
1,478 ft
Highest Point
1,874 ft
~70.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,602 ft
Notable High Points
1,874 ft at ~70.8 miles+513 ft prominence
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 Gorham, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Lancaster along the way.
Lancaster
74.1 mi in|~1h 25m|via US 3
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 110.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 65.2 miles on Styles Bridges Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 74.1 miles (US 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Gorham, NH before heading back.
