Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
47 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boscawen, NH
James Mirakian
Dover, NH
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The drive from Boscawen, NH to Dover, NH covers 47 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 4, First New Hampshire Turnpike, Old Turnpike Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.8 miles on US 4. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 47 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 16m highway drive covering 47 miles, with most of the trip on US 4 and First New Hampshire Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.8 miles on US 4.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 4 and First New Hampshire Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near US 4.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47 miles you will encounter 17 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 3.1 miles (US 4): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (US 4): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.4 miles (US 4 / Concord Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp onto US 4 toward I 93 South
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 4 toward I 393 East, US 4 East, US 202 East: Loudon, Portsmouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto US 4 / Concord Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit toward NH 155: Lee, Madbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn sharp right onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108 / Central Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Boscawen, NH and Dover, NH, road signs point toward Portsmouth and Madbury.
Portsmouth
Madbury
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 4 | 15.8 mi | 23m |
| First New Hampshire Turnpike | 7.8 mi | 12m |
| Old Turnpike Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Dover Road | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Knox Marsh Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| King Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Concord Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Old Concord Turnpike | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Boscawen, NH and Dover, NH.
Start on The Acre
Turn right onto US 3; US 4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 4
Enter roundabout onto US 4
Continue on US 4
Enter roundabout onto US 4
Continue on US 4
Take the ramp onto US 4
Take the exit onto US 4
Enter roundabout onto US 4; US 202; NH 9
Continue on US 4; US 202; NH 9
Continue on US 4; US 202; NH 9; NH 107
Continue on US 4
Continue on US 4
Continue on US 4
Enter roundabout onto US 4
Continue on US 4
Take the exit
Turn left onto NH 155
Continue on NH 155
Continue on NH 155
Continue on NH 155
Enter roundabout onto NH 9
Continue on NH 9
Turn left onto Locust Street
Turn straight onto Chestnut Street
Turn right onto Third Street
Turn sharp right onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.5 mi from Boscawen, NH · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.5 miles from Boscawen, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Dover, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.57 one way
$15.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.32 | $16.65 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.00 | $18.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.02
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: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Boscawen on Saturday
Local time
11:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Dover on Saturday
Local time
11:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy
53°F
Northwood, NH
24 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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