Origin
Concord, NH
Morning in Concord on Monday
Local time
6:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, NH to Sandwich, NH
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
52.6 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concord, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
The drive from Concord, NH to Sandwich, NH covers 52.6 miles and takes about 1h 17m 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, NH 104, Whittier 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 $8.42 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
26.3 miles from Concord, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 17m drive with frequent turns across 52.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Centre Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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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 Along This Route
On the drive from Concord, NH to Sandwich, 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 |
| NH 104 | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Whittier Highway | 6.4 mi | 13m |
| Whittier Street | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Holland Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Wentworth Hill Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Daniel Webster Highway | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Sen Styles Bridges Highway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Styles Bridges Highway
— 29.5 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NH and Sandwich, 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 North
Use 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 23
Toward NH 104, NH 132: Meredith, New Hampton
Use 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
6.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Whittier Highway
16
Turn left onto NH 109
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Holland Street
17
Continue on NH 109
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wentworth Hill Road
18
Arrive at destination
NH 109
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 26.3 miles from Concord, NH, or about 30m 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 52.6 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.3 miles or 30m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandwich, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Concord, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 52.6 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Concord, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
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 26.3 mi from Concord, NH · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 52.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.3 miles from Concord, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sandwich, NH
The final approach into Sandwich, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Sandwich, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.42 one way
$16.84 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| premium | $4.83 | $10.00 | $20.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.69 | $23.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Sandwich, NH
Morning in Sandwich on Monday
Local time
6:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
2 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
1h 17m 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 Sandwich, NH covers 52.6 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Styles Bridges Highway, NH 104, Whittier Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.3 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 $8.42 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 52.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 Sandwich, NH, road signs begin pointing toward New Hampton along the way.
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