Origin
Hudson, NH
Night in Hudson on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hudson, NH to 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
51m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hudson, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Concord, NH
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Hudson to Concord, New Hampshire, covers a quick 36.2-mile distance that typically takes about 51 minutes to complete. Because this journey is well under an hour, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the duration of the drive. The route primarily utilizes the Everett Turnpike, Amherst Street, and Bridge Street to navigate through the Northeast. It is a straightforward, highway-focused connection that prioritizes efficiency over sightseeing. Whether you are heading to the state capital for business or a quick visit, this drive offers a simple and predictable transit experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 32 mi | 39m |
| Amherst Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Bridge Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Canal Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Ferry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Loudon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| School Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Everett Turnpike
— 32 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson, NH and Concord, NH.
1
Start on NH 111
319 ft
·
14 sec
·
Ferry Street
2
Turn right onto Library Street
369 ft
·
11 sec
·
Library Street
3
Turn right onto School Street
412 ft
·
22 sec
·
School Street
4
Turn right onto NH 3A
358 ft
·
12 sec
·
Chase Street
5
Turn straight onto NH 111
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Ferry Street
6
Continue on NH 111
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
7
Continue on NH 101A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Canal Street
8
At end of road, turn right onto NH 101A
510 ft
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
9
Turn left onto NH 101A
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Amherst Street
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
11
Merge onto Everett Turnpike
22 mi
·
27 min
·
Everett Turnpike
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Everett Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 14
Toward NH 9: State Offices
14
Turn left onto NH 9
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Loudon Road
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on Centre Street
222 ft
·
12 sec
·
Centre Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Turn left
74 ft
·
12 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Hudson, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 35.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Library Street
Turn right onto Library Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NH 3A / Chase Street
Turn right onto NH 3A / Chase Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
NH 101A / Amherst Street
Turn left onto NH 101A / Amherst Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
35.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward NH 9: State Offices
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 14
Toward NH 9: State Offices
7
35.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
NH 9 / Loudon Road
Turn left onto NH 9 / Loudon Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.83 one way
$11.66 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.41 | $12.82 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.24
Everett Turnpike
(21.9 mi)
$1.53
Everett Turnpike
(10.2 mi)
$0.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$2
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Concord, NH
Night in Concord on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
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
12 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
51m 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 is defined by its efficiency, with 88% of your time spent on highways. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the Everett Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 32 miles. While the drive is heavily focused on major thoroughfares, the transition from local streets like Amherst and Bridge into the turnpike provides a clear shift in pace. Expect a functional, high-speed experience rather than a winding scenic tour. You will find that the road maintains a consistent, highway-centric personality from start to finish, making it a reliable choice for those looking to reach Concord quickly.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32 mi on Everett Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Everett Turnpike and Amherst Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Library Street.
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 36.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (Library Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (NH 3A / Chase Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (NH 101A / Amherst Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32 miles on Everett Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.24 in tolls one way, starting with Everett 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.
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 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 0.1 miles (Library Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (NH 3A / Chase Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (NH 101A / Amherst Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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