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46m
Distance
29.4 mi
47 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hudson, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Candia, NH
Ramon Perucho
If you are planning a quick excursion through the Northeast, the 29.4-mile journey from Hudson to Candia, New Hampshire, is an efficient choice. Lasting approximately 46 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via NH 101, the Alan B Shepard Highway, and Nashua Road. With a fuel budget of just $5, it remains an incredibly affordable way to traverse this part of the state. Because the total distance is relatively short, you gain the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows without worrying about complex logistics.
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
14.7 miles from Hudson, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While you will spend 21% of your time on highways, the route feels more like a winding regional path than a high-speed transit corridor. You won't find long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest leg is only 6.3 miles on NH 101. The transition between fast highway segments and technical local roads keeps the experience varied behind the wheel. You should be prepared for frequent adjustments to your speed as the road conditions shift throughout the trip.
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 around 0.2 miles in near Pleasant Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.4 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: at 0.2 miles (Pleasant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Highland Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Highland Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left toward I 93 North: Manchester, Concord
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101 toward NH 101 East: Portsmouth, Seacoast
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NH 43: Candia, Deerfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Hudson, NH and Candia, NH, road signs point toward Concord, Seacoast and Deerfield.
Concord
Seacoast
Deerfield
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Alan B Shepard Highway | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Nashua Road | 5 mi | 9m |
| Derry Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Old Candia Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Alan B Shepard Jr Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Deerfield Road | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson, NH and Candia, NH.
Start on NH 111
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
Turn left onto Highland Street
Turn right onto NH 102; NH 3A
Continue on NH 102
Continue on NH 102
Turn left
Merge onto I 93
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 101
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto NH 43
Turn straight onto NH 43
Continue on NH 43
Turn right onto Old Deerfield Road
Arrive at destination
Since this is a quick 46-minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your convenience without needing a rigid itinerary. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the entire route is easily manageable in a single, continuous stretch. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between the Alan B Shepard Highway and local roads, as the frequent turns can be easy to miss if you aren't paying attention. Given the $5 fuel estimate, ensure your tank is topped off before you leave Hudson to avoid unnecessary detours. Embracing the short duration of this trip allows you to reach Candia quickly and enjoy your destination with plenty of time to spare.
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.
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 29.4 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.7 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Candia, NH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hudson, 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 Hudson, NH
This is one driving day of about 29.4 miles and 46m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.7 mi from Hudson, NH · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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.
A short stop after about 29.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 14.7 miles from Hudson, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Candia, 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 Candia, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.71 one way
$9.41 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $5.16 | $10.32 |
| premium | $4.83 | $5.59 | $11.18 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.53 | $13.06 |
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: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.57 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Hudson on Monday
Local time
2:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Light Rain Likely
Destination
Late night in Candia on Monday
Local time
2:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Light Rain
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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