Origin
Chichester, NH
Morning in Chichester on Saturday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chichester, NH to Concord, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
14m
Distance
8.6 mi
14 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
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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Concord, NH
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Trip Overview
Chichester, NH to Concord, NH is 8.6 miles and takes about 14 minutes via I-393, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, highway-focused drive will get you from one point in New Hampshire to another in under 20 minutes. It's a quick hop within the Northeast region, specifically staying within the state of NH. Since the trip is so brief, you won't need to worry about extensive planning or multiple days; it's a straightforward point-to-point journey perfect for a quick transfer.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 8.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive has a strong highway focus, with 61% of the route on such roads. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 4.9 miles on I-393, offering a steady pace for a significant portion of your journey. The profile suggests a straightforward driving experience, likely involving on- and off-ramps to transition between the main highway and local roads like Dover Road and North Main Street. Expect a relatively smooth, uninterrupted drive for the majority of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 393 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 393 and Dover Road. You will hit about 5 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
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 8.6 miles you will encounter 5 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 2.8 miles (I 393; US 4; US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 8.1 miles (US 3; US 202 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Turn right onto US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
2.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 393; US 4; US 202
Keep slight right at fork onto I 393; US 4; US 202
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 3; US 202 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 3; US 202 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
6
8.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Centre Street
Turn right onto Centre Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
8.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 393 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Dover Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 202 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Centre Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 393
— 4.9 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chichester, NH and Concord, NH.
1
Start on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 4; US 202; NH 9
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Dover Road
Use the right lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto I 393; US 4; US 202
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 393; US 4; US 202
4
Continue on I 393; US 202
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 393; US 202
5
Turn straight onto US 202
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
US 202
6
Turn left onto US 3; US 202
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Centre Street
183 ft
·
11 sec
·
Centre Street
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left
74 ft
·
12 sec
9
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.38 one way
$2.77 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.52 | $3.05 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.65 | $3.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.90 | $0.41 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.75 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Morning in Concord on Saturday
Local time
9:41 AM
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
14 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
14m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chichester, NH to Concord, NH covers 8.6 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 393, Dover Road, North Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.3 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 $1.38 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 8.6 miles you will encounter 5 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 2.8 miles (I 393; US 4; US 202): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 8.1 miles (US 3; US 202 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Chichester, NH to Concord, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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