Origin
Lee, NH
Late night in Lee on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lee, 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
19m
Distance
9.7 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lee, NH
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Dover, NH
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Lee and Dover, New Hampshire, you are in for a quick, 9.6-mile commute that typically takes about 17 minutes. This route stays entirely on local roads like Mast Road, Turtle Pond Road, and Lee Road, avoiding highways completely. Because the distance is so short, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without any need for overnight stays. You can expect to spend roughly $2 on fuel for the entire journey. It is a straightforward, practical connection within the Northeast region that is ideal for those who prefer local backroads over high-speed traffic.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Knox Marsh Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Turtle Pond Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Mast Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Lee Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Silver Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Chestnut Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Locust Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Third Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Knox Marsh Road
— 3.2 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lee, NH and Dover, NH.
1
Start on this road
106 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto NH 155
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Mast Road
3
Turn left onto NH 155
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Turtle Pond Road
4
Continue on NH 155
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Road
5
Continue on NH 155
347 ft
·
7 sec
·
Manchester Road
6
Continue on NH 155
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Knox Marsh Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Enter roundabout onto NH 9
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
Silver Street
8
Continue on NH 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Silver Street
9
Turn left onto Locust Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Locust Street
10
Turn straight onto Chestnut Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Chestnut Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Third Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Third Street
12
Turn sharp right onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
Central Avenue
13
Turn left
114 ft
·
5 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NH 155 / Mast Road
Turn left onto NH 155 / Mast Road
Navigation decision point
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
NH 155 / Turtle Pond Road
Turn left onto NH 155 / Turtle Pond Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
NH 9 / Silver Street
Enter roundabout onto NH 9 / Silver Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
9.7 mi into trip
|
~18m 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
9.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.56 one way
$3.12 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.72 | $3.44 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.86 | $3.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
12:16 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
13 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
19m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Since this route consists of 0% highway driving, you will navigate through local terrain rather than cruising on an interstate. There is no single long, uninterrupted stretch, as the path relies on connecting local roads to bridge the gap between these two towns. You should be prepared for a series of turns that define the character of this short, 17-minute transit. It is the perfect example of a community-focused road trip where the focus is on local navigation rather than highway speed.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.2 mi on Knox Marsh Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 155 / Mast 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 9.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 155 / Mast Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (NH 155 / Turtle Pond Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (NH 9 / Silver Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 9.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.2 miles on Knox Marsh Road. 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 155 / Mast Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (NH 155 / Turtle Pond Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (NH 9 / Silver Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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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