Dover, NH Road Trips

With 2 routes heading out and 8 heading in, Dover, NH works well as a launching point in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 38 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Dover, NH head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

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Trip Routes

10

Longest Drive

71.6 mi

Greenville, NH

Quickest Drive

20m

Barrington, NH

Plan Around Dover, NH

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Dover, NH is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Greenville, NH to Dover, NH 71.6 mi · 1h 49m Madison, NH to Dover, NH 57.8 mi · 1h 29m Laconia, NH to Dover, NH 46 mi · 1h 10m Plaistow, NH to Dover, NH 41.2 mi · 55m

Continue From Dover, NH

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Dover, NH to Manchester, NH 39.5 mi · 58m Dover, NH to Derry, NH 37.2 mi · 1h 5m

Trips from Dover, NH

Dover, NH to Manchester, NH

39.5 mi 58m

Dover, NH to Derry, NH

37.2 mi 1h 5m

Driving from Dover, NH

The typical drive from Dover, NH covers about 38 miles and takes around 1h 2m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 40 miles (1h 5m), while the shortest is just 37 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Dover, NH most often head toward Manchester, NH (39.5 mi, 58m) and Derry, NH (37.2 mi, 1h 5m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in NH currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 38-mile trip from Dover, NH, budget about $6 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 2 mapped routes leaving Dover, NH and 8 routes heading into Dover, NH, covering 10 total connections. Distances range from 37 to 40 miles.

The longest mapped route from Dover, NH covers 40 miles and takes approximately 1h 5m. Shorter options start at just 37 miles.

The average route from Dover, NH runs about 38 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 2m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 38-mile trip from Dover, NH costs roughly $6 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Dover, NH include Manchester, NH and Derry, NH. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.