Origin
Stratham Station, NH
Afternoon in Stratham Station on Sunday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stratham Station, 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 3m
Distance
49 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concord, NH
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Trip Overview
Stratham Station, NH to Concord, NH is 49 miles and takes about 1h 3m via NH 101 and I 93, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New Hampshire, moving north from the Seacoast region towards the state capital. With a high percentage of highway driving, it's a straightforward connection for getting between these two points. Consider this route for a quick transfer or as part of a larger New England exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 26.4 mi | 30m |
| Everett Turnpike | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| I 93 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| Portsmouth Avenue | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Depot Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Loudon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Centre Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 26.4 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stratham Station, NH and Concord, NH.
1
Start on Depot Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Depot Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto NH 33
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Portsmouth Avenue
3
Enter roundabout onto NH 108
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Portsmouth Avenue
Toward NH 108 South: Exeter
4
Continue on NH 108
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Portsmouth Avenue
Toward NH 108 South: Exeter
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto NH 101
26 mi
·
30 min
·
NH 101
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 93 North: Concord
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 93
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 93
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Everett Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 14
Toward NH 9: State Offices
11
Turn left onto NH 9
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Loudon Road
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Centre Street
222 ft
·
12 sec
·
Centre Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn left
74 ft
·
12 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.5 miles from Stratham Station, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 48.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue
Enter roundabout onto NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue toward NH 108 South: Exeter
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward NH 108 South: Exeter
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
31.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Concord
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Concord
5
48.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
48.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
NH 9 / Loudon Road
Turn left onto NH 9 / Loudon Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.89 one way
$15.78 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.68 | $17.36 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.38 | $18.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.71
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
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.29 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.14 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Concord on Sunday
Local time
12:14 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
1h 3m 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 drive is predominantly highway, with 88% of the 49 miles on major roads like NH 101 and I 93. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch of highway driving for 26.4 miles on NH 101. Expect frequent exits and merging traffic as you transition between these main arteries. The latter part of the drive on I 93 will feel like typical interstate cruising.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.4 mi on NH 101.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 101 and Everett Turnpike. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue.
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 49 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.4 miles (NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 31.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 49 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m 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 26.4 miles on NH 101. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.71 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.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 2.4 miles (NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 31.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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