Origin
East Concord, NH
Late night in East Concord on Monday
Local time
4:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Concord, NH to Farmington, NH
Drive Time
1h
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Concord, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick New Hampshire excursion, the 32.7-mile trek from East Concord to Farmington is a straightforward option. You can comfortably complete this trip in about one hour, making it an ideal choice for a one-day outing. Budgeting roughly $5 for fuel should cover your travel costs, keeping this a very economical drive. Since the route stays entirely within the Northeast region, you won't face any major regional transitions or terrain shifts. It serves as a practical, no-fuss connection between these two towns, perfect for travelers who prefer local roads over long highway hauls. Because of the manageable duration, there is no need to plan for an overnight split.
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
16.4 miles from East Concord, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise on this journey. With only 9% of the trip spent on highways, you will spend most of your time navigating Suncook Valley Road, Ridge Road, and Prospect Mountain Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 12.2-mile segment on Suncook Valley Road, which provides the most consistent driving rhythm. Because the route relies on local roads, the drive feels intimate and requires more attention to steering than a typical highway commute. Prepare for a winding path that demands a bit more engagement behind the wheel as you transition between the various segments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Suncook Valley Road is the longest continuous segment at about 12.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,104 ft
280 ft
Total Climb
1,063 ft
Total Descent
1,094 ft
Highest Point
1,104 ft
~25.9 mi in
Elevation Range
825 ft
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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near NH 132 / East Side Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 (NH 132 / East Side Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NH 132 / East Side Drive
Enter roundabout onto NH 132 / East Side Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
8.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
10.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
NH 28 / Suncook Valley Road
At end of road, turn left onto NH 28 / Suncook Valley Road
Navigation decision point
4
31.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
NH 11 / NH Route 11
At end of road, turn right onto NH 11 / NH Route 11
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Suncook Valley Road | 12.2 mi | 18m |
| Ridge Road | 4.5 mi | 9m |
| Prospect Mountain Road | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| I 393 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Dover Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Side Drive | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Suncook Valley Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Suncook Valley Road
— 12.2 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Concord, NH and Farmington, NH.
1
Start on the route
98 ft
·
9 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Mountain Road
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Mountain Road
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Side Drive
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Side Drive
4
Exit the roundabout onto East Side Drive
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Side Drive
5
Take the ramp left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
6
Merge slight left
2.9 mi
·
4 min
7
Continue on Loudon Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Loudon Road
8
Continue on Dover Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Dover Road
9
Turn left onto Main Street
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto Suncook Valley Road
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
11
Continue on Suncook Valley Highway
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Suncook Valley Highway
12
Continue on Suncook Valley Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
13
Continue on Suncook Valley Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Suncook Valley Highway
14
Continue on Suncook Valley Road
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
15
Turn right onto Prospect Mountain Road
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Prospect Mountain Road
16
Continue on Ridge Road
4.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Ridge Road
17
At the end of the road, turn right onto NH Route 11
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
NH Route 11
18
Turn left onto Central Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Street
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, one-hour drive, you have plenty of scheduling flexibility to depart whenever it suits your plans. You don't need to stress about formal rest stops, as the 32.7-mile distance is easily manageable in a single stint. Keep in mind that the route is characterized by frequent turns, so adjust your speed accordingly to stay comfortable on the more technical sections. Given the nature of these local roads, always allow yourself extra time if you are traveling during peak daylight hours. A concrete tip for this trip is to ensure your fuel tank is ready for the local roads, as the $5 cost estimate is based on direct travel without excessive idling or detours.
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 16.4 miles from East Concord, NH, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.2 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 32.7 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.4 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Farmington, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving East 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 East Concord, NH
This is one driving day of about 32.7 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East 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 Suncook Valley Road for about 12.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from East Concord, NH · 29m 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 32.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from East Concord, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Farmington, NH
The final approach into Farmington, 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 Farmington, 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
$5.23 one way
$10.47 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
| premium | $4.83 | $6.22 | $12.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
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
Farmington, NH
Late night in Farmington on Monday
Local time
4:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
1 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 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 East Concord, NH to Farmington, NH covers 32.7 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Suncook Valley Road, Ridge Road, Prospect Mountain Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.4 miles from East Concord, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.23 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 32.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 (NH 132 / East Side Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from East Concord, NH to Farmington, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 280 ft to 1,104 ft elevation with about 1,063 ft of total climbing.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
More trips to Farmington, NH
Explore more options from East Concord, NH or browse trips ending in Farmington, NH.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NH road trips.
Explore maps for East Concord, NH or Farmington, NH on MapSof.net.