Origin
Salem, NH
Late night in Salem on Sunday
Local time
5:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salem, NH to Candia, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
30.4 mi
49 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 40m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salem, NH
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Candia, NH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Salem to Candia, you can expect a straightforward 30.4-mile journey that typically takes about 43 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it covers a manageable distance entirely within New Hampshire. You will spend roughly $5 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Navigating this path involves a mix of I-93, NH-101, and local Main Street driving. Given the short duration, you won't need to plan for overnight stays, allowing you plenty of flexibility to complete the trip at your own pace.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 17.3 mi | 20m |
| NH 101 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Old Candia Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Deerfield Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Old Deerfield Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pelham Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 17.3 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem, NH and Candia, NH.
1
Start on this road
113 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto NH 97
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on Pelham Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Pelham Road
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 93 North
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 93
17 mi
·
20 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
NH 101
Exit 7
Toward NH 101 East: Portsmouth, Seacoast
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3
Toward NH 43: Candia, Deerfield
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
9
Turn straight onto NH 43
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Candia Road
10
Turn straight onto NH 43
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Main Street
11
Continue on NH 43
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Deerfield Road
12
Turn right onto Old Deerfield Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Old Deerfield Road
13
Arrive at destination
Old Deerfield Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 26.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NH 97 / Main Street
Turn left onto NH 97 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 93 North
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 93
Merge onto I 93
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
20.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
NH 101
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101 toward NH 101 East: Portsmouth, Seacoast
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward NH 101 East: Portsmouth, Seacoast
6
26.5 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward NH 43: Candia, Deerfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward NH 43: Candia, Deerfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.89 one way
$9.79 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.38 | $10.77 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.82 | $11.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 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 | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
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
Candia, NH
Late night in Candia on Sunday
Local time
5:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Light Rain
S 10 mph
80% chance
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
21 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
43m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 78% of this route is dedicated to high-speed transit. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-93, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 17.3 miles. The drive begins with this fast-paced interstate travel before transitioning into the secondary roads of NH-101 and local streets. This shift changes the driving dynamic from a steady highway grind to a more localized feel as you approach Candia. Be prepared for a consistent flow that prioritizes speed and efficiency over complex navigation.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.3 mi on I 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and NH 101. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 97 / Main Street.
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 30.4 miles you will encounter 7 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 97 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 93): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
475 ft
130 ft
Total Climb
661 ft
Total Descent
434 ft
Highest Point
475 ft
~28.2 mi in
Elevation Range
346 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Salem, NH and Candia, NH, road signs point toward Seacoast and Deerfield.
Seacoast
20.2 mi in
|
~27m
|
via NH 101
Deerfield
26.5 mi in
|
~35m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 30.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.3 miles on I 93. 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 97 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 93): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Candia, 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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