How far is Laconia, NH from Gilford, NH?
The driving distance from Laconia, NH to Gilford, NH is about 4 miles (6.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.5 miles (5.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Town in New Hampshire, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laconia and Gilford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laconia and Gilford.
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Start on Pleasant Street
64 m · 6 sec · Pleasant Street
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Turn slight left onto Main Street
564 ft · 15 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Church Street
2026 ft · 1 min · Church Street
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Turn slight left onto Union Avenue
154 m · 17 sec · Union Avenue
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Turn right onto Gilford Avenue
3.3 mi · 6 min · Gilford Avenue
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Turn right onto Belknap Mountain Road
102 m · 10 sec · Belknap Mountain Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Belknap Mountain Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laconia and Gilford.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Gilford Avenue
Turn right onto Gilford Avenue
3.29 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Laconia and Rain Showers Likely near Gilford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laconia to Gilford?
The road trip is about 4 miles (6.4 km) and usually takes 00h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Belmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2 miles from Laconia and 2 miles from Gilford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.5 miles (5.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.55 one way or $1.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Laconia and Rain Showers Likely near Gilford.
Stop Ideas Near Belmont
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Belmont.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laconia and Gilford. Straight-line distance: 3.47 mi (5.58 km).
#1 Laconia
City in New Hampshire, United States
| Population | 16,646 |
| Coordinates | 43.5278500, -71.4703500 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gilford
Town of the United States
| Population | 7,278 |
| Coordinates | 43.5475800, -71.4067400 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gilford (-71.40674, 43.54758)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $0.55 | $1.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $0.62 | $1.25 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $0.68 | $1.36 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $0.84 | $1.68 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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