Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
34 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dover, NH
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Candia, NH
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If you are planning a quick excursion across New Hampshire, the 34-mile trek from Dover to Candia is an efficient way to traverse the Northeast region. Expect to spend about 52 minutes behind the wheel, making this a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of road types, primarily utilizing NH 101, Calef Highway, and Knox Marsh Road. With a fuel budget of just $5, this route is highly economical for those looking to reach their destination without significant expense. Since the entire drive stays within the state, you can easily complete the trip in a single afternoon or morning. It is a practical choice for travelers who prefer a brief, predictable journey over a long-distance haul.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 11.9 mi | 13m |
| Calef Highway | 9.6 mi | 14m |
| Knox Marsh Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Old Candia Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Concord Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Lee Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Turtle Pond Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Deerfield Road | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dover, NH and Candia, NH.
Start on this road
Turn sharp left onto NH 9; NH 108
Turn sharp left onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108
Turn right onto Hale Street
Turn left onto Locust Street
Turn right onto NH 9
Enter roundabout onto NH 9
Continue on NH 9
Continue on NH 155
Continue on NH 155
Continue on NH 155
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 4
Enter roundabout onto NH 125
Continue on NH 125
Take the exit
Merge onto NH 101
Take the exit
Turn right
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto NH 43
Turn straight onto NH 43
Continue on NH 43
Turn right onto Old Deerfield Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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.
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17 miles from Dover, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp left onto NH 9; NH 108 / Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn sharp left onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108 / Central Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto NH 9 / Knox Marsh Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NH 43: Candia, Deerfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$5.47 one way
$10.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.51 | $13.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Late night in Dover on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Candia on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
53°F
Barrington, NH
17 mi in
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.
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied rather than monotonous. Approximately 35% of your travel occurs on highways, allowing for brief periods of faster movement between slower, local stretches. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted segment while navigating 11.9 miles on NH 101, which provides a steady rhythm before you transition onto smaller roads. The character of the drive shifts as you move from the thoroughfares onto secondary routes like Knox Marsh Road, requiring you to adjust your pace accordingly. Expect a balanced transition between open road sections and more localized driving conditions throughout the 34-mile duration.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 9; NH 108 / Main Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 34 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 9; NH 108 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (NH 4; NH 9; NH 108 / Central Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (NH 9 / Knox Marsh Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
395 ft
Total Descent
104 ft
Highest Point
436 ft
~31.5 mi in
Elevation Range
370 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Dover, NH to Candia, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Deerfield along the way.
Deerfield
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 34 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface 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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