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
38.6 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Concord, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Alexandria, NH
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East Concord, NH to Alexandria, NH is 38.6 miles and takes about 52 minutes via I 93 and NH 104, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, primarily highway drive connecting two points within New Hampshire. You'll spend most of your time on Interstate 93, making it an efficient way to travel between these locations. Given the short duration and minimal stops, it's ideal for a quick day trip or a simple leg of a longer journey. Plan for a smooth, uncomplicated transit.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 28.2 mi | 30m |
| NH 104 | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Bristol Hill Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Plumer Hill Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Town Pound Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lake Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mountain Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Thissell Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between East Concord, NH and Alexandria, NH.
Start on this road
Turn right onto NH 132
Enter roundabout onto West Portsmouth Street
Continue on West Portsmouth Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 93; US 4
Take the exit
Turn left
Turn left onto NH 104
Continue on NH 104; NH 3A
Continue on NH 3A
Turn left onto Bristol Hill Road
Continue on Plumer Hill Road
Continue on Thissell Road
Turn right onto Town Pound Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from East 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 29.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto NH 132 / Mountain Road
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto West Portsmouth Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the ramp toward I 93 North, US 4 West
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NH 104, NH 132: Meredith, New Hampton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left toward NH 132 South, NH 104 West: New Hampton, Bristol, NH Fish & Game
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$6.21 one way
$12.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.84 | $13.67 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Morning in East Concord on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Alexandria on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°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.
This route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 88% of the journey on high-speed roads like I 93. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 28.2 miles on I 93, offering a good opportunity to settle in. You'll transition from I 93 to NH 104 and then Bristol Hill Road, which will likely feel like a natural progression as you approach your destination. Expect a generally fast-paced experience with minimal traffic delays, especially outside of peak commute times.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and NH 104. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 132 / Mountain Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 52m drive. You will face about 9 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 (NH 132 / Mountain Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (West Portsmouth Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
733 ft
Total Descent
424 ft
Highest Point
790 ft
~27.5 mi in
Elevation Range
480 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between East Concord, NH and Alexandria, NH, road signs point toward New Hampton, Bristol and Nh Fish & Game.
New Hampton
Bristol
Nh Fish & Game
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 38.6 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 (88%). Straightforward navigation.
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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