Origin
Milford, NH
Late night in Milford on Sunday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, 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
50m
Distance
32.8 mi
53 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milford, NH
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Concord, NH
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Milford to Concord, New Hampshire, you are in for a quick, straightforward journey covering 32.8 miles. This trip typically takes about 50 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel should be plenty for this efficient trek through the Northeast. Because the drive is short, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Whether you are heading to the state capital for business or leisure, this direct route prioritizes speed and convenience over a lengthy road trip experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 16.7 mi | 20m |
| NH 101 | 9.2 mi | 14m |
| Amherst Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Boynton Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Loudon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Granite Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Everett Turnpike
— 16.7 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, NH and Concord, NH.
1
Start on NH 13
354 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Street
2
Turn straight onto NH 13
264 ft
·
8 sec
·
Mont Vernon Road
3
Turn right onto Amherst Street
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Amherst Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto NH 101
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
NH 101
6
Continue on NH 101
6.4 mi
·
10 min
·
NH 101
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on Boynton Street
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Boynton Street
8
Turn slight right onto South Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
9
Continue on Granite Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Granite Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 293; NH 3A
6.6 mi
·
8 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
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 32.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Milford, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 15.2 and 32.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
15.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
22.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
32.2 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
32.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
NH 9 / Loudon Road
Turn left onto NH 9 / Loudon Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
32.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.28 one way
$10.56 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.81 | $11.62 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.28 | $12.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.17
Everett Turnpike
(10.2 mi)
$0.71
Everett Turnpike
(6.6 mi)
$0.46
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 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 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
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
Concord, NH
Late night in Concord on Sunday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 5 mph
28% chance
Live forecast
53°F
Bedford, NH
16 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
19 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
50m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This 32.8-mile route is heavily highway-focused, with about 79% of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You will rely primarily on the Everett Turnpike, NH 101, and Amherst Street to navigate between the two towns. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 16.7-mile segment on the Everett Turnpike, which provides a steady pace for the bulk of your drive. Expect a functional, commuter-style experience rather than a winding scenic byway. By balancing highway efficiency with local access roads, the route keeps you moving steadily toward your destination without unnecessary complexities.
79% 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: 16.7 mi on Everett Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Everett Turnpike and NH 101. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 32.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 22.1 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 32.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.7 miles on Everett Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.17 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 15.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 22.1 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.2 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 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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