Spanning 68.3 miles through the heart of New Hampshire, this route connects Alexandria to Derry in roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes. It is a straightforward trip that serves perfectly as a one-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops along the way. You can expect to spend about $11 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. Since both endpoints are located within the Northeast region, you will remain in familiar territory throughout the drive. This trip is ideal if you are looking for an efficient transit between these two points without the need for extensive logistical planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.1 miles from Alexandria, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Styles Bridges Highway
15.7 mi
17m
Senator Styles Bridges Highway
15.4 mi
17m
Everett Turnpike
10.9 mi
13m
I 93
7.7 mi
9m
Summer Street
4.4 mi
7m
Alan B Shepard Highway
4.4 mi
5m
Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
2.1 mi
2m
Bristol Hill Road
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Styles Bridges Highway
— 15.7 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, NH and Derry, NH.
1
Start on Town Pound Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Town Pound Road
2
Turn left onto Thissell Road
0.4 mi·51 sec·Thissell Road
3
Continue on Plumer Hill Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Plumer Hill Road
4
Continue on Bristol Hill Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Bristol Hill Road
5
Turn straight onto NH 3A
0.4 mi·1 min·Lake Street
6
Continue on Pleasant Street
0.2 mi·28 sec·Pleasant Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on NH 104
4.4 mi·7 min·Summer Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
Continue on NH 104
1.1 mi·2 min·New Hampshire Highway 104
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 93 South: Tilton, ConcordUse the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 93
15 mi·16 min·Styles Bridges Highway
11
Continue on I 93
15 mi·17 min·Senator Styles Bridges Highway
12
Continue on I 93
0.7 mi·1 min·Styles Bridges Highway
13
Continue on I 93
8.9 mi·10 min·Everett Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
2.0 mi·2 min·Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
7.7 mi·9 min·I 93
Toward I 93 South: Salem, BostonUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
4.4 mi·5 min·Alan B Shepard Highway
Toward I 93 South: Derry, BostonUse the slight left lane.
17
Continue on I 93
1.0 mi·1 min·Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
18
Continue on I 93
2.1 mi·2 min·Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 4Toward NH 102: Derry, Londonderry
20
Keep slight left at fork
131 ft·5 sec
21
Turn left onto NH 102
0.6 mi·1 min·Nashua Road
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on NH 102
0.6 mi·1 min·West Broadway
23
Turn left
105 ft·9 sec
24
Turn right
78 ft·5 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 1.5-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the trip involves no planned stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave to cover the estimated $11 cost. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the local roads means travel times can fluctuate based on traffic, so allow yourself a buffer if you are on a strict schedule. Given the 68.3-mile distance, you won't need to worry about fatigue, but staying alert is essential when switching between local roads and the Everett Turnpike. Prioritize a steady pace to handle the frequent turns comfortably.
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 34.1 miles from Alexandria, NH, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.7 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 15 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Derry, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alexandria, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alexandria, NH
This is one driving day of about 68.3 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Alexandria, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Styles Bridges Highway for about 15.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.1 and 66.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
9.1 mi into trip|~18m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 South: Tilton, Concord
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 93 South: Tilton, Concord
6
49.3 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
51.3 mi into trip|~1h 6m in|I 93
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
8
59 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|I 93 / Alan B Shepard Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Alan B Shepard Highway toward I 93 South: Derry, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 93 South: Derry, Boston
6
66.5 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward NH 102: Derry, Londonderry
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4
Toward NH 102: Derry, Londonderry
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.00 one way
$21.99 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$12.10
$24.20
premium
$4.86
$13.08
$26.16
diesel
$5.61
$15.08
$30.16
Estimated Tolls: $0.76
Everett Turnpike
(10.9 mi)$0.76
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.5
0
$7.17
$3.28
Efficient EV
17.1
0
$5.98
$2.73
EV Truck/SUV
27.3
0
$9.56
$4.37
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026
Origin
Alexandria, NH
Afternoon
in Alexandria on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
SW 0 to 5 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Derry, NH
Afternoon
in Derry on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
SW 0 to 5 mph15% chanceLive forecast
39°F
Northfield, NH
34 mi in
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
1 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
1h 30m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 29% of this route consists of highway travel, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 15.7 miles along the Styles Bridges Highway. As you transition from the local sections onto the Everett Turnpike, the pace of the drive shifts noticeably. The combination of winding local routes and the more structured highway portions keeps the experience dynamic rather than monotonous.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.7 mi on Styles Bridges Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 9.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.3 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.3 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Alexandria, NH and Derry, NH, road signs point toward Concord and Boston.
Concord
9.1 mi in|~18m
Boston
51.3 mi in|~1h 6m|via I 93
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 68.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.7 miles on Styles Bridges Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.76 in tolls one way, starting with Everett Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Derry, NH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through NH can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.3 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.3 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Derry, NH before heading back.
