Origin
East Kingston, NH
Late night in East Kingston on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Kingston, NH to Dover, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
27.1 mi
44 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Kingston, NH
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Dover, NH
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Trip Overview
East Kingston, NH to Dover, NH is 27.1 miles and takes about 45m via NH 125, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New Hampshire, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The drive is primarily highway-focused, making it a quick and efficient way to get from point A to point B. Given its brevity and manageable fuel cost, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion without significant planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 125 | 16.9 mi | 25m |
| Knox Marsh Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Depot Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Concord Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lee Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Turtle Pond Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Silver Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Chestnut Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 125
— 16.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Kingston, NH and Dover, NH.
1
Start on Willow Road
99 ft
·
6 sec
·
Willow Road
2
Turn right onto NH 107
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Depot Road
3
Take the ramp onto NH 107
169 ft
·
5 sec
·
NH 107
Toward NH 125, NH 111
4
Merge onto NH 125; NH 111; NH 107
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NH 125; NH 111; NH 107
5
Continue on NH 125; NH 107
16 mi
·
24 min
·
NH 125; NH 107
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 4
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
Concord Road
7
Continue on US 4
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Concord Road
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward NH 155: Lee, Madbury
9
Turn left onto NH 155
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Turtle Pond Road
10
Continue on NH 155
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Road
11
Continue on NH 155
347 ft
·
7 sec
·
Manchester Road
12
Continue on NH 155
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Knox Marsh Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto NH 9
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
Silver Street
14
Continue on NH 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Silver Street
15
Turn left onto Locust Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Locust Street
16
Turn straight onto Chestnut Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Chestnut Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Third Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Third Street
18
Turn sharp right onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
Central Avenue
19
Turn left
114 ft
·
5 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NH 107 / Depot Road
Turn right onto NH 107 / Depot Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
NH 107
Take the ramp onto NH 107 toward NH 125, NH 111
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NH 125, NH 111
5
19.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward NH 155: Lee, Madbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NH 155: Lee, Madbury
6
27 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
NH 4; NH 9; NH 108 / Central Avenue
Turn sharp right onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108 / Central Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
27.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.36 one way
$8.73 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.80 | $9.60 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.98 | $11.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 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 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Dover, NH
Late night in Dover on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
45m 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 route is predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the drive on higher-speed roads. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 16.9 miles along NH 125, offering a consistent driving pace. While the majority of the journey utilizes major roadways like NH 125, Knox Marsh Road, and Depot Road, the overall character remains efficient rather than winding or particularly scenic. Expect a straightforward drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination promptly.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.9 mi on NH 125.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 125 and Knox Marsh Road. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 107 / Depot Road.
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 27.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 (NH 107 / Depot Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (NH 107): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from East Kingston, NH to Dover, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Madbury along the way.
Madbury
19.8 mi in
|
~31m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 27.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.9 miles on NH 125. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (NH 107 / Depot Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (NH 107): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dover, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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