Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
23.6 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Derry, NH
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Amherst, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Derry to Amherst is 23.6 miles and takes about 35m via NH 101, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within New Hampshire, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on well-maintained highways, making it ideal for a quick transit or a leisurely afternoon excursion. You won't encounter major complexities, so it's a great option if you're looking for minimal planning and a smooth journey.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 11.4 mi | 17m |
| I 293 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Alan B Shepard Highway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Alan B Shepard Jr Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Amherst Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Nashua Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Derry, NH and Amherst, NH.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn right onto NH 102
Continue on NH 102
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 93
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Take the exit onto I 293
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 101
Turn left onto NH 101
Continue on NH 101
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto NH 122
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 22.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 93 North: Manchester, Concord
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto I 293 toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Bedford, Manchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 101 toward NH 101 West: Bedford, Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward NH 122 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$3.80 one way
$7.60 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.18 | $8.36 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.52 | $9.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Derry on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Night in Amherst on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 63% of the route utilizing faster roads like NH 101 and I 293. You'll experience stretches of consistent speed, including an uninterrupted segment of 11.4 miles on NH 101. While primarily highway, the route still offers a sense of progression as you navigate between these main arteries. Expect a practical driving experience rather than a winding, scenic tour.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 101 and I 293. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 23.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles (I 293): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Derry, NH and Amherst, NH, road signs point toward Bedford, Manchester and Nashua.
Bedford
Manchester
Nashua
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 23.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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