Origin
Chichester, NH
Afternoon in Chichester on Saturday
Local time
12:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chichester, NH to Dover, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
31.1 mi
50 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chichester, NH
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Dover, NH
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Trip Overview
Chichester, NH to Dover, NH is 31.1 miles and takes about 52 minutes via First New Hampshire Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New Hampshire, traversing the Northeast region. You'll find it's a relatively short trip, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. The journey offers a mix of driving experiences, suitable for those looking for a straightforward connection between these two points without a major time commitment. Consider this route for its efficiency and ease.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 31.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a mixed drive, with 47% of the route being highway. You'll experience stretches on First New Hampshire Turnpike, Dover Road, and Old Turnpike Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.8 miles on First New Hampshire Turnpike. Expect the road conditions to vary, transitioning between faster-paced highway sections and more local road environments as you approach Dover. This varied terrain means you'll get a bit of everything on this 31.1-mile journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
First New Hampshire Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 7.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road.
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 31.1 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 0.4 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles (US 4 / Concord Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Turn left onto US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
22.4 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
US 4 / Concord Road
Enter roundabout onto US 4 / Concord Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
23.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward NH 155: Lee, Madbury
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NH 155: Lee, Madbury
6
31 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
NH 4; NH 9; NH 108 / Central Avenue
Turn sharp right onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108 / Central Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
31.1 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Chichester, NH to Dover, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Madbury along the way.
Madbury
23.8 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| First New Hampshire Turnpike | 7.8 mi | 12m |
| Dover Road | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Old Turnpike Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Knox Marsh Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Concord Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Old Concord Turnpike | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Lee Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Turtle Pond Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
First New Hampshire Turnpike
— 7.8 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chichester, NH and Dover, NH.
1
Start on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 4; US 202; NH 9
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Dover Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Enter roundabout onto US 4; US 202; NH 9
251 ft
·
6 sec
·
Dover Road
4
Continue on US 4; US 202; NH 9
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Dover Road
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 4; US 202; NH 9; NH 107
7.8 mi
·
12 min
·
First New Hampshire Turnpike
6
Continue on US 4
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Turnpike Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 4
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Concord Turnpike
8
Continue on US 4
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Concord Road
9
Enter roundabout onto US 4
164 ft
·
4 sec
·
Concord Road
10
Continue on US 4
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Concord Road
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward NH 155: Lee, Madbury
12
Turn left onto NH 155
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Turtle Pond Road
13
Continue on NH 155
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Road
14
Continue on NH 155
347 ft
·
7 sec
·
Manchester Road
15
Continue on NH 155
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Knox Marsh Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Enter roundabout onto NH 9
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
Silver Street
17
Continue on NH 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Silver Street
18
Turn left onto Locust Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Locust Street
19
Turn straight onto Chestnut Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Chestnut Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn right onto Third Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Third Street
21
Turn sharp right onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
Central Avenue
22
Turn left
114 ft
·
5 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.5 mi from Chichester, NH · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from Chichester, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dover, NH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Dover, NH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.01 one way
$10.01 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.51 | $11.02 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.96 | $11.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.87 | $13.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.02
First New Hampshire Turnpike
(7.8 mi)
$0.54
Old Turnpike Road
(5.1 mi)
$0.35
Old Concord Turnpike
(1.8 mi)
$0.13
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 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 | 9.3 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
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
Dover, NH
Afternoon in Dover on Saturday
Local time
12:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy
E 0 to 10 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
53°F
Northwood, NH
16 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
17 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
52m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chichester, NH to Dover, NH covers 31.1 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are First New Hampshire Turnpike, Dover Road, Old Turnpike Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.5 miles from Chichester, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.01 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles (US 4 / Concord Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Chichester, NH to Dover, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Madbury along the way.
How this page is built
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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