Origin
Merrimack, NH
Afternoon in Merrimack on Thursday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Merrimack, NH to Concord, NH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
40m
Distance
27.5 mi
44 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Merrimack, NH
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Concord, NH
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Trip Overview
This short, 27.5-mile drive from Merrimack, NH, to Concord, NH, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 40 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $4, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Northeast region. The route is primarily highway-focused, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is so brief, you'll have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. This trip is ideal for those seeking a straightforward and efficient way to travel between these two New Hampshire towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 27.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 78% of this drive. You'll mainly navigate via the Everett Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.4 miles. Daniel Webster Highway and South River Road will also play a role, offering a slight variation in the road's personality before you reach Concord. The overall feel is one of steady progress on established roadways, making for a predictable and generally smooth ride. This isn't a route for leisurely sightseeing, but rather for efficient travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Everett Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 21.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Everett Turnpike and Daniel Webster Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 27.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward Concord, Nashua
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Concord, Nashua
6
4.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Bedford, Manchester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Bedford, Manchester
5
26.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward NH 9: State Offices
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 14
Toward NH 9: State Offices
7
27.1 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
NH 9 / Loudon Road
Turn left onto NH 9 / Loudon Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
27.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Merrimack, NH and Concord, NH, road signs point toward Nashua, Bedford and Manchester.
Nashua
4.2 mi in
|
~9m
Bedford
4.7 mi in
|
~10m
Manchester
4.7 mi in
|
~10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 21.4 mi | 26m |
| Daniel Webster Highway | 3.8 mi | 8m |
| South River Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Loudon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Raymond Wieczorek Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Centre Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Loop Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Everett Turnpike
— 21.4 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Merrimack, NH and Concord, NH.
1
Start on Loop Road
83 ft
·
5 sec
·
Loop Road
2
Turn straight onto US 3
3.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Daniel Webster Highway
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 3
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
South River Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward Concord, Nashua
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto Raymond Wieczorek Drive
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Raymond Wieczorek Drive
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward Bedford, Manchester
7
Merge onto Everett Turnpike
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Everett Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Everett Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 14
Toward NH 9: State Offices
10
Turn left onto NH 9
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Loudon Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on Centre Street
222 ft
·
12 sec
·
Centre Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn left
74 ft
·
12 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.43 one way
$8.85 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.87 | $9.74 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.27 | $10.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.50
Everett Turnpike
(11.2 mi)
$0.79
Everett Turnpike
(10.2 mi)
$0.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$2
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.89 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Concord, NH
Afternoon in Concord on Thursday
Local time
12:40 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
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
40m 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 Merrimack, NH to Concord, NH covers 27.5 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Everett Turnpike, Daniel Webster Highway, South River 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 13.7 miles from Merrimack, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.43 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 27.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Merrimack, NH and Concord, NH, road signs point toward Nashua, Bedford and Manchester.
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