Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
27 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
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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Laconia, NH
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If you are looking for a quick excursion in the Northeast, the 27-mile trip from Concord to Laconia is an ideal day trip. Expect to spend about 35 minutes behind the wheel, making this a highly efficient transition between these two New Hampshire hubs. Because the journey is so short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or heavy fuel expenses; a modest $4 budget should cover your gas for the entire trip. You will navigate via a combination of Centre Street, Loudon Road, and I-93 North, keeping the travel time minimal. It serves as a straightforward connection rather than a long-haul adventure, perfect for travelers who prioritize speed and simplicity. Whether you are heading out for business or a brief change of scenery, this route provides a practical, no-fuss way to reach your destination.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Styles Bridges Highway | 17.5 mi | 19m |
| Laconia Road | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| Daniel Webster Highway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| NH 11A | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Sen Styles Bridges Highway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| New Salem Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Loudon Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Fair Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NH and Laconia, NH.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Centre Street
Continue on NH 9
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 93
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto US 3; NH 11; NH 132
Continue on US 3; NH 11
Continue on NH 11A; US 3 Business
Turn left onto Fair Street
Continue on New Salem Street
Turn right onto Pleasant Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Centre Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 93 North
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 3, NH 11, NH 132, NH 140: Laconia, Tilton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 3; NH 11; NH 132 / Laconia Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$4.35 one way
$8.69 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.78 | $9.56 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.17 | $10.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.96 | $11.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.36 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Concord on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Laconia on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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 turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition from city streets to the highway. While the route covers 27 miles, the experience is defined by the technical nature of the local roads rather than long, monotonous highway stretches. You will navigate through local thoroughfares like Centre Street and Loudon Road before shifting onto I-93 North. Because there is no highway percentage listed, be prepared for a drive that prioritizes maneuverability over high-speed cruising. The personality of this road changes as you move out of Concord, requiring you to stay alert through the various turns that characterize the path to Laconia.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Centre Street.
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 27 miles you will encounter 9 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; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
484 ft
Total Descent
257 ft
Highest Point
602 ft
~25.1 mi in
Elevation Range
355 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Concord, NH to Laconia, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Tilton along the way.
Tilton
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 27 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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