Origin
Hampstead, NH
Afternoon in Hampstead on Saturday
Local time
12:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampstead, 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
1h
Distance
34.2 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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.
Hampstead, NH
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Dover, NH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hampstead, NH to Dover, NH covers 34.2 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NH 125, NH 111, Knox Marsh Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.7 miles on NH 125. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 34.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h highway drive covering 34.2 miles, with most of the trip on NH 125 and NH 111. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.7 miles on NH 125.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NH 125 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 125 and NH 111. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near NH 111.
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 34.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 2 miles (NH 111): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (NH 125; NH 111): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
NH 111
Turn left onto NH 111
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
6.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
NH 125; NH 111
At end of road, turn left onto NH 125; NH 111
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
26.9 mi into trip
|
~46m 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
34.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 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
34.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 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 Hampstead, NH to Dover, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Madbury along the way.
Madbury
26.9 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 125 | 18.7 mi | 28m |
| NH 111 | 4.8 mi | 10m |
| Knox Marsh Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Emerson Avenue | 2 mi | 5m |
| Concord Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lee Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Turtle Pond Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Silver Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 125
— 18.7 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampstead, NH and Dover, NH.
1
Start on West Road
31 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Road
2
Continue on Emerson Avenue
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Emerson Avenue
3
Turn left onto NH 111
4.8 mi
·
10 min
·
NH 111
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
At end of road, turn left onto NH 125; NH 111
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
NH 125; NH 111
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on NH 125; NH 107
16 mi
·
24 min
·
NH 125; NH 107
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 4
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
Concord Road
7
Continue on US 4
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Concord Road
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward NH 155: Lee, Madbury
9
Turn left onto NH 155
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Turtle Pond Road
10
Continue on NH 155
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Road
11
Continue on NH 155
347 ft
·
7 sec
·
Manchester Road
12
Continue on NH 155
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Knox Marsh Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto NH 9
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
Silver Street
14
Continue on NH 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Silver Street
15
Turn left onto Locust Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Locust Street
16
Turn straight onto Chestnut Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Chestnut Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Third Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Third Street
18
Turn sharp right onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
Central Avenue
19
Turn left
114 ft
·
5 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.1 mi from Hampstead, NH · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.1 miles from Hampstead, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dover, NH
The final approach into Dover, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.51 one way
$11.01 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.06 | $12.12 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.55 | $13.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.55 | $15.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.59 | $1.64 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $2.99 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Dover, NH
Afternoon in Dover on Saturday
Local time
12:55 PM
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
11 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 Hampstead, NH to Dover, NH covers 34.2 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NH 125, NH 111, Knox Marsh Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.1 miles from Hampstead, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.51 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 34.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 2 miles (NH 111): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (NH 125; NH 111): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Hampstead, 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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