Origin
Rindge, NH
Morning in Rindge on Sunday
Local time
6:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rindge, 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
1h 28m
Distance
55.2 mi
89 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rindge, NH
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Concord, NH
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Trip Overview
Rindge, NH to Concord, NH is 55.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 28 minutes via US 202 and I 89, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Hampshire, traversing the Northeast region. Expect a drive that blends highway speeds with more local road conditions, offering a straightforward journey between these two points. It's a manageable distance for a single-day trip, making it a convenient option for a quick relocation or a visit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 14.9 mi | 20m |
| Concord Street | 7 mi | 10m |
| I 89 | 6 mi | 6m |
| Concord Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Hancock Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Jaffrey Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Peterborough Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| State Route 202 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 14.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rindge, NH and Concord, NH.
1
Start on this road
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on Payson Hill Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Payson Hill Road
3
Turn left onto NH 119
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
NH Route 119
4
Turn right onto US 202
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US Route 202
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on US 202
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
River Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 202; NH 124
353 ft
·
18 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto US 202
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Peterborough Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 202
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Jaffrey Road
9
Continue on US 202
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Grove Street
10
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Main Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 202; NH 123
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Concord Street
12
Continue on US 202; NH 123
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Hancock Road
13
Continue on US 202; NH 123
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Concord Road
14
Continue on US 202
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 202
15
Continue on US 202; NH 31
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
16
Turn slight right onto US 202
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Concord Street
17
Continue on US 202
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Antrim Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Take the ramp onto US 202
15 mi
·
20 min
·
US 202
Toward NH 9
Use the straight lane.
19
Merge onto I 89
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
I 89
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 2
Toward NH 13: Concord
21
Keep slight right at fork
251 ft
·
6 sec
22
Turn right onto NH 13
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Clinton Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn left onto NH 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto US 202; NH 9
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pleasant Street
Use the right lane.
25
Turn left onto North State Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
North State Street
26
Turn right onto Centre Street
486 ft
·
14 sec
·
Centre Street
Use the right lane.
27
Turn right
74 ft
·
12 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from Rindge, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 55.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 202 / US Route 202
Turn right onto US 202 / US Route 202
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
5.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 202; NH 124 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 202; NH 124 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
5.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 202 / Peterborough Street
Turn left onto US 202 / Peterborough Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
31.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 202
Take the ramp onto US 202 toward NH 9
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward NH 9
6
55.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
Centre Street
Turn right onto Centre Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.89 one way
$17.77 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.78 | $19.55 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.57 | $21.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.19 | $24.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Morning in Concord on Sunday
Local time
6:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Light Rain
S 5 to 10 mph
81% chance
Live forecast
56°F
Bennington, NH
28 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
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 28m 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 route offers a mixed drive experience, with 49% of it being highway. You'll encounter stretches of faster-paced travel on roads like US 202 and I 89, punctuated by moments on more local streets. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 14.9 miles on US 202, which gives you a good feel for that particular roadway. The drive progresses from a more rural feel in Rindge to a more developed landscape as you approach Concord, reflecting the changing environment along the way.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.9 mi on US 202.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near US 202 / US Route 202.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 2 miles (US 202 / US Route 202): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (US 202; NH 124 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (US 202 / Peterborough Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,302 ft
271 ft
Total Climb
285 ft
Total Descent
1,315 ft
Highest Point
1,302 ft
Elevation Range
1,030 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 55.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.9 miles on US 202. 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 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 2 miles (US 202 / US Route 202): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (US 202; NH 124 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (US 202 / Peterborough 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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