Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
22.3 mi
36 km
Drive Score
7/10
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.
East Concord, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Belmont, NH
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East Concord, NH to Belmont, NH is 22.3 miles and takes about 29 minutes via I 93, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, direct drive stays within New Hampshire, making it a convenient local excursion. Primarily a highway-focused journey, it's designed for efficiency rather than leisurely sightseeing. Given its brief duration and low estimated fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick trip with minimal planning needed.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 16.2 mi | 17m |
| Depot Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Tilton Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Mountain Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Portsmouth Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| State Route 140 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between East Concord, NH and Belmont, 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
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on NH 140
Continue on NH 140
Continue on NH 140
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.4 — 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 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
Regular Gas
$3.59 one way
$7.18 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.95 | $7.90 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.27 | $8.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.92 | $9.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Belmont on Sunday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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 travel, with 73% of the drive taking place on faster roads like I 93. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 16.2 miles on I 93, offering a consistent pace. As you transition from I 93 to local roads like Depot Street and Tilton Road, you'll notice a shift in speed and surroundings. Expect a straightforward driving experience primarily on well-maintained highways, perfect for covering distance quickly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and Depot Street. 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 29m drive. You will face about 7 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from East Concord, NH to Belmont, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Tilton along the way.
Tilton
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 22.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
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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