The drive from Concord, NH to North Conway, NH covers 81.6 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Styles Bridges Highway, Whittier Highway, White Mountain Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.5 miles on Styles Bridges Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.8 miles from Concord, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 81.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (11%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 7m drive with frequent turns across 81.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Styles Bridges Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 29.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Centre Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 81.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (Centre Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 30.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Centre Street
Turn right onto Centre Street
Navigation decision point
8
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 93 North
8
30.7 mi into trip|~35m in
Take the exit toward NH 104, NH 132: Meredith, New Hampton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 23
Toward NH 104, NH 132: Meredith, New Hampton
5
31.1 mi into trip|~36m in|NH 104
Turn right onto NH 104
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
40.3 mi into trip|~51m in|NH 25 / Winnipesaukee Street
Turn right onto NH 25 / Winnipesaukee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Concord, NH to North Conway, NH, road signs begin pointing toward New Hampton along the way.
New Hampton
30.7 mi in|~35m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Styles Bridges Highway
29.5 mi
32m
Whittier Highway
12.2 mi
22m
White Mountain Highway
11.9 mi
20m
NH 104
8.3 mi
12m
Chocorua Mtn Highway
3.3 mi
5m
Whittier Street
3.1 mi
6m
Bear Camp Highway
2.3 mi
3m
Page Hill Road
2.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Styles Bridges Highway
— 29.5 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NH and North Conway, NH.
1
Start on this road
74 ft·16 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Centre Street
183 ft·7 sec·Centre Street
3
Continue on NH 9
0.2 mi·41 sec·Loudon Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 93 NorthUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 93
16 mi·18 min·Styles Bridges Highway
6
Continue on I 93
0.7 mi·46 sec·Sen Styles Bridges Highway
7
Continue on I 93
13 mi·14 min·Styles Bridges Highway
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 23Toward NH 104, NH 132: Meredith, New HamptonUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto NH 104
4.7 mi·7 min·NH 104
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on NH 104
3.6 mi·5 min·NH 104
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto US 3
0.9 mi·2 min·Daniel Webster Highway
Use the left lane.
12
Turn slight right
138 ft·7 sec
Toward NH 25 East
13
Turn right onto NH 25
0.1 mi·12 sec·Winnipesaukee Street
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on NH 25
3.1 mi·6 min·Whittier Street
15
Continue on NH 25
12 mi·22 min·Whittier Highway
16
Continue on NH 25
0.7 mi·1 min·State Route 25
17
Continue on NH 25
0.4 mi·29 sec·Whittier Road
18
Continue on NH 25; NH 113
2.3 mi·3 min·Bear Camp Highway
19
Continue on NH 25; NH 113
0.2 mi·22 sec·Ossipee Mountain Highway
20
Turn left onto NH 113
0.4 mi·54 sec·Whittier Road
21
Turn left onto NH 113
2.0 mi·4 min·Tamworth Road
22
Turn right onto NH 113
0.4 mi·1 min·Chocorua Road
23
Turn slight right onto Page Hill Road
2.2 mi·4 min·Page Hill Road
24
Turn left onto NH 16
3.3 mi·5 min·Chocorua Mtn Highway
25
Continue on NH 16
7.1 mi·10 min·White Mountain Highway
26
Continue on NH 16; NH 113
1.4 mi·3 min·Main Street
27
Turn left onto NH 16
2.8 mi·5 min·White Mountain Highway
28
Continue on US 302; NH 16
0.6 mi·1 min·White Mountain Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Continue on US 302; NH 16
2.0 mi·4 min·White Mountain Highway
30
Arrive at destination
US 302; NH 16
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.8 miles from Concord, NH, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.8 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Conway, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Concord, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Concord, NH
This is one driving day of about 81.6 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Concord, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Styles Bridges Highway for about 29.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.8 mi from Concord, NH
· 52m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.14 one way
$26.27 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.45
$28.91
premium
$4.86
$15.63
$31.25
diesel
$5.61
$18.02
$36.03
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.5
0
$8.57
$3.92
Efficient EV
20.4
0
$7.14
$3.26
EV Truck/SUV
32.6
0
$11.42
$5.22
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Concord, NH
Late night
in Concord on Friday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Conway, NH
Late night
in North Conway on Friday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 7m 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 Concord, NH to North Conway, NH covers 81.6 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Styles Bridges Highway, Whittier Highway, White Mountain Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.8 miles from Concord, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.14 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 81.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (Centre Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 30.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Concord, NH to North Conway, NH, road signs begin pointing toward New Hampton along the way.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the
methodology page.
