Origin
Loudon, NH
Late night in Loudon on Monday
Local time
5:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Loudon, NH to Concord, NH
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.1 mi
13 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
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6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Loudon, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Concord, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
The drive from Loudon, NH to Concord, NH covers 8.1 miles and takes about 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 393, Rocky Pond Road, Sheep Davis Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.2 miles on I 393. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.30 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
4 miles from Loudon, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Loudon, NH to Concord, NH covers 8.1 miles and takes about 13m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 393 is the longest continuous segment at about 3.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near NH 106 / Rocky Pond Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (NH 106 / Rocky Pond Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (I 393; US 4; US 202): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.6 miles (US 3; US 202 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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NH 106 / Rocky Pond Road
Turn right onto NH 106 / Rocky Pond Road
Navigation decision point
3
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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I 393; US 4; US 202
Merge onto I 393; US 4; US 202
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
7.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 3; US 202 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 3; US 202 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
6
8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Centre Street
Turn right onto Centre Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
8.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 393 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Rocky Pond Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Sheep Davis Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South Village Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| US 202 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| NH Route 106 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Centre Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 393
— 3.2 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Loudon, NH and Concord, NH.
1
Start on South Village Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Village Road
2
Turn right onto Rocky Pond Road
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rocky Pond Road
3
Continue on NH Route 106
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
NH Route 106
4
Continue on Rocky Pond Road
525 ft
·
8 sec
·
Rocky Pond Road
5
Continue on Sheep Davis Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheep Davis Road
6
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
7
Merge slight left
2.9 mi
·
4 min
8
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
9
Turn straight
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
10
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
11
Turn right onto Centre Street
184 ft
·
12 sec
·
Centre Street
12
Turn left
75 ft
·
13 sec
13
Arrive at your destination
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 4 miles from Loudon, NH, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.2 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 8.1 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Loudon, 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 Loudon, NH
This is one driving day of about 8.1 miles and 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Loudon, 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 I 393 for about 3.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4 mi from Loudon, NH · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4 miles from Loudon, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Concord, NH
The final approach into Concord, 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 Concord, 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
$1.30 one way
$2.59 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $1.42 | $2.84 |
| premium | $4.83 | $1.54 | $3.08 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Concord, NH
Late night in Concord on Monday
Local time
5:20 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
13m 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 Loudon, NH to Concord, NH covers 8.1 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 393, Rocky Pond Road, Sheep Davis Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4 miles from Loudon, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.30 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 is a straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (NH 106 / Rocky Pond Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (I 393; US 4; US 202): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.6 miles (US 3; US 202 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Loudon, NH to Concord, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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