How far is North Woodstock, NH from Hanover, NH?
The driving distance from North Woodstock, NH to Hanover, NH is about 56.3 miles (90.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.7 miles (60.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Woodstock and Hanover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Woodstock and Hanover.
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Start on Morris Street
23 m · 7 sec · Morris Street
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Turn right onto Kancamagus Highway
31 m · 5 sec · Kancamagus Highway
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Turn slight left onto Lost River Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Lost River Road
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Turn slight left onto Sawyer Highway
13 mi · 25 min · Sawyer Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mt Moosilauke Highway
3212 ft · 2 min · Mt Moosilauke Highway
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Turn slight right onto Water Street
117 m · 12 sec · Water Street
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Turn right onto School Street
150 m · 16 sec · School Street
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Turn right onto Lake Tarleton Road
13 mi · 25 min · Lake Tarleton Road
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Turn left onto Route 10
5.8 mi · 9 min · Route 10
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Turn right onto Bridge Street
1543 ft · 44 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn left onto U.S. Route 5 North
2788 ft · 48 sec · U.S. Route 5 North
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Turn right onto Lake Morey Road
906 ft · 23 sec · Lake Morey Road
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Take the ramp left
1105 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
16.2 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 5: Norwich, Hanover New Hampshire
1316 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street
2709 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on West Wheelock Street
2969 ft · 60 sec · West Wheelock Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Wheelock Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Woodstock and Hanover.
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.
Lake Morey Road
Merge slight left
16.2 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Light Rain Likely leaving North Woodstock and Light Rain Likely near Hanover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Woodstock to Hanover?
The road trip is about 56.3 miles (90.6 km) and usually takes 01h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Piermont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.9 miles from North Woodstock and 29.5 miles from Hanover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.7 miles (60.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:56 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.20 one way or $16.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around North Woodstock and Light Rain Likely near Hanover.
Stop Ideas Near Piermont
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 Piermont.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Woodstock and Hanover. Straight-line distance: 37.66 mi (60.6 km).
#1 North Woodstock
North Woodstock is a place in New Hampshire, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.0303400, -71.6859100 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hanover
Town in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States
| Population | 11,555 |
| Coordinates | 43.7022900, -72.2895400 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Wheelock Street (-72.289542, 43.70242)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.12 | $8.20 | $16.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.74 | $9.42 | $18.85 |
| Premium | $5.20 | $10.34 | $20.69 |
| Diesel | $6.29 | $12.52 | $25.03 |
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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