Origin
Farmington, NH
Late night in Farmington on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farmington, NH to East Concord, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
32.5 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmington, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
East Concord, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Farmington to East Concord, this 32.5-mile trek across New Hampshire is a straightforward journey that fits perfectly into a single day. Expect to spend about one hour behind the wheel, making it an efficient connection within the Northeast region. With a fuel budget of just $5, this trip is highly economical for those commuting or exploring local areas. Since the entire route is designed as a direct transit, you won't need to worry about overnight stops or extensive travel planning. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense path between these two points, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without the complications of a longer road trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Suncook Valley Road | 12.1 mi | 17m |
| Ridge Road | 4.5 mi | 9m |
| Prospect Mountain Road | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| I 393 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Dover Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Side Drive | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Suncook Valley Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Suncook Valley Road
— 12.1 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington, NH and East Concord, NH.
1
Start on NH 153
62 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto NH 75
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Street
3
Turn right onto NH 11
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
NH Route 11
4
Turn left onto Ridge Road
4.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Ridge Road
5
Continue on Prospect Mountain Road
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Prospect Mountain Road
6
Turn left onto NH 28
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
7
Continue on NH 28
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Suncook Valley Highway
8
Continue on NH 28
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on NH 28
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Suncook Valley Highway
10
Continue on NH 28
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
11
Turn slight right onto Main Street
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
12
Turn right onto US 4; US 202; NH 9
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Dover Road
Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 393; US 4; US 202
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 393; US 4; US 202
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 2
Toward NH 132: East Side Drive
15
Turn right onto NH 132
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Side Drive
Use the right lane.
16
Enter roundabout onto NH 132
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
Mountain Road
17
Continue on NH 132
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mountain Road
18
Turn left
99 ft
·
7 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Farmington, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 24.6 and 32.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
24.6 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Turn right onto US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
27 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 393; US 4; US 202
Keep slight right at fork onto I 393; US 4; US 202
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
30.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward NH 132: East Side Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 2
Toward NH 132: East Side Drive
5
30.4 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
NH 132 / East Side Drive
Turn right onto NH 132 / East Side Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
32.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
NH 132 / Mountain Road
Enter roundabout onto NH 132 / Mountain Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.23 one way
$10.46 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.76 | $11.51 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.22 | $12.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.18 | $14.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
East Concord, NH
Late night in East Concord on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
17 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
1h 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend only 10% of your time on highways, as the route relies primarily on Suncook Valley Road, Ridge Road, and Prospect Mountain Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 12.1-mile segment along Suncook Valley Road, which offers the most consistent driving rhythm. Because the path is largely composed of local roads, the experience feels much more grounded and technical than a typical high-speed sprint. You should stay alert for the constant shifts in direction that define this regional transit.
Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.1 mi on Suncook Valley Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 24.6 miles in near US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 32.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 24.6 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 27 miles (I 393; US 4; US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,125 ft
280 ft
Total Climb
1,109 ft
Total Descent
1,078 ft
Highest Point
1,125 ft
~7.4 mi in
Elevation Range
846 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 32.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.1 miles on Suncook Valley Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at East Concord, NH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 24.6 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 27 miles (I 393; US 4; US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Concord, 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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