Origin
East Concord, NH
Morning in East Concord on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Concord, NH to Durham, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Concord, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Durham, NH
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion across New Hampshire, the 34.5-mile journey from East Concord to Durham is an efficient choice. Taking roughly 59 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you can easily head out and return without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Dover Road, the First New Hampshire Turnpike, and Old Turnpike Road. With a modest estimated fuel cost of about $6, it is an economical route for a spontaneous drive. Both the origin and destination are located within the Northeast region, offering a consistent feel as you transition between these two areas. Whether you are commuting or just exploring, this straightforward drive is a practical way to connect these two New Hampshire points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dover Road | 9.2 mi | 15m |
| First New Hampshire Turnpike | 7.8 mi | 12m |
| Old Turnpike Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Concord Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| I 393 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| East Side Drive | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Old Concord Turnpike | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Dover Road
— 9.2 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Concord, NH and Durham, NH.
1
Start on this road
99 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto NH 132
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Mountain Road
3
Enter roundabout onto NH 132
110 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Side Drive
4
Continue on NH 132
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Side Drive
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 393; US 4; US 202
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 393; US 4; US 202
7
Continue on NH 9; US 4; US 202
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Loudon Road
8
Continue on US 4; US 202; NH 9
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Dover Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
9
Enter roundabout onto US 4; US 202; NH 9
251 ft
·
6 sec
·
Dover Road
10
Continue on US 4; US 202; NH 9
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Dover Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 4; US 202; NH 9; NH 107
7.8 mi
·
12 min
·
First New Hampshire Turnpike
12
Continue on US 4
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Turnpike Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 4
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Concord Turnpike
14
Continue on US 4
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Concord Road
15
Enter roundabout onto US 4
164 ft
·
4 sec
·
Concord Road
16
Continue on US 4
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Concord Road
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward NH 155A: Durham
18
Turn right onto NH 155A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
112 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
20
Continue on Main Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
21
Turn right onto Mill Road
201 ft
·
14 sec
·
Mill Road
22
Continue on Mill Road
107 ft
·
3 sec
·
Mill Road
23
Arrive at destination
Mill Road
Where to Stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 32.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NH 132 / East Side Drive
Enter roundabout onto NH 132 / East Side Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
10.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Enter roundabout onto US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
30.1 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
US 4 / Concord Road
Enter roundabout onto US 4 / Concord Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
32.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward NH 155A: Durham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward NH 155A: Durham
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.55 one way
$11.11 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.61 | $13.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.02
First New Hampshire Turnpike
(7.8 mi)
$0.54
Old Turnpike Road
(5.1 mi)
$0.35
Old Concord Turnpike
(1.8 mi)
$0.13
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 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 | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Durham, NH
Morning in Durham on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Northwood, NH
17 mi in
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
14 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
59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing local roads with faster stretches. You will spend about 51% of your time on highways, providing a steady pace for roughly half of the journey. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 9.2-mile stretch on Dover Road, which offers a break from frequent turns. As you navigate the transition between the First New Hampshire Turnpike and the other main roads, expect the character of the pavement to shift. It is a manageable drive that keeps you alert without the fatigue of a long-haul interstate trek.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.2 mi on Dover Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near NH 132 / East Side Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 34.5 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.4 miles (NH 132 / East Side Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
764 ft
44 ft
Total Climb
660 ft
Total Descent
926 ft
Highest Point
764 ft
~19.7 mi in
Elevation Range
720 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 34.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.2 miles on Dover Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.02 in tolls one way, starting with First New Hampshire Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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: at 0.4 miles (NH 132 / East Side Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Durham, NH before heading back.
How this page is built
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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