Origin
North Hampton, NH
Late night in North Hampton on Friday
Local time
1:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from North Hampton, NH to Concord, NH
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
50.2 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Hampton, NH
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Concord, NH
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Hampton, NH to Concord, NH covers 50.2 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NH 101, Everett Turnpike, I 93 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.9 miles on NH 101. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 50.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 3m highway drive covering 50.2 miles, with most of the trip on NH 101 and Everett Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 28.9 miles on NH 101.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NH 101 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 101 and Everett Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 111 / Atlantic Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (NH 111 / Atlantic Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (NH 151; NH 111 / Post Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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NH 111 / Atlantic Avenue
Turn left onto NH 111 / Atlantic Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
NH 151; NH 111 / Post Road
Turn left onto NH 151; NH 111 / Post Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
3.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward NH 101 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward NH 101 West
6
32.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Concord
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Concord
7
49.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
NH 9 / Loudon Road
Turn left onto NH 9 / Loudon Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 28.9 mi | 33m |
| Everett Turnpike | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| I 93 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| Exeter Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Atlantic Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Loudon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Hampton Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Post Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 28.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Hampton, NH and Concord, NH.
1
Start on this road
65 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto NH 111
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Continue on NH 111
404 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Hill Road
4
Turn left onto NH 151; NH 111
411 ft
·
11 sec
·
Post Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn right onto NH 111
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Exeter Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on NH 111
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Hampton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward NH 101 West
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto NH 101
29 mi
·
33 min
·
NH 101
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 93 North: Concord
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 93
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 93
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Everett Turnpike
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 14
Toward NH 9: State Offices
13
Turn left onto NH 9
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Loudon Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Centre Street
222 ft
·
12 sec
·
Centre Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn left
74 ft
·
12 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.1 mi from North Hampton, NH · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from North Hampton, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.08 one way
$16.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.61 | $19.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.08 | $22.17 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.71
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
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.27 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.03 | $3.21 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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 Friday
Local time
1:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Fremont, NH
25 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
1h 3m 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 North Hampton, NH to Concord, NH covers 50.2 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NH 101, Everett Turnpike, I 93. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.1 miles from North Hampton, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.08 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 50.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (NH 111 / Atlantic Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (NH 151; NH 111 / Post Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from North Hampton, NH to Concord, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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