Traveling from Derry to Bethlehem covers 113.1 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 14 minutes. This journey serves as a straightforward transition from southern New Hampshire into the heart of the Northeast region. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight split. Budgeting approximately $18 for fuel should comfortably cover your one-way travel costs. Whether you are heading north for a quick getaway or a change of scenery, this route offers a manageable transit time that fits easily into a weekend schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.6 miles from Derry, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Derry, NH and Bethlehem, NH.
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Start on this road
78 ft·10 sec·this road
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Turn left
105 ft·9 sec
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Turn right onto NH 102
0.6 mi·1 min·West Broadway
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Continue on NH 102
0.3 mi·43 sec·Nashua Road
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Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 93 North: Manchester, ConcordUse the right lane.
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Merge onto I 93
2.3 mi·2 min·Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
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Continue on I 93
1.0 mi·1 min·Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
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Continue on I 93
5.7 mi·7 min·Alan B Shepard Highway
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
7.1 mi·8 min·I 93
Toward I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
10 mi·12 min·Everett Turnpike
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Continue on I 93
17 mi·19 min·Styles Bridges Highway
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Continue on I 93
0.7 mi·46 sec·Sen Styles Bridges Highway
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Continue on I 93
49 mi·52 min·Styles Bridges Highway
14
Continue on I 93
7.7 mi·12 min·Franconia Notch Parkway
15
Continue on I 93
8.5 mi·9 min·Styles Bridges Highway
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 40Toward US 302 East: Bethlehem, Twin Mountain
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Turn slight right
305 ft·7 sec
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Turn slight right onto US 302; NH 18; NH 116
2.8 mi·5 min·Main Street
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Turn left
19 ft·1 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple since this 2-hour and 14-minute trek offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule. To avoid potential congestion on the main arteries, consider timing your transit to miss peak commuter hours. Since there are no designated stops included in this 113.1-mile itinerary, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave to keep your $18 budget on track. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the local roads means your travel time might fluctuate based on traffic, so allow yourself a little extra buffer. A great strategy is to pack your own snacks and drinks, as you won't be relying on forced stops along this direct path.
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 56.6 miles from Derry, NH, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.1 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 25 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.6 miles or 1h 7m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethlehem, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Derry, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Derry, NH
This is one driving day of about 113.1 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Derry, 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 74.1 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 110.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|NH 102 / West Broadway
Turn right onto NH 102 / West Broadway
Navigation decision point
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0.9 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 North: Manchester, Concord
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 93 North: Manchester, Concord
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10.2 mi into trip|~14m in|I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
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110.1 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Take the exit toward US 302 East: Bethlehem, Twin Mountain
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 40
Toward US 302 East: Bethlehem, Twin Mountain
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.21 one way
$36.41 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$20.03
$40.07
premium
$4.86
$21.66
$43.32
diesel
$5.61
$24.97
$49.94
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.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.9
0
$11.88
$5.43
Efficient EV
28.3
0
$9.90
$4.52
EV Truck/SUV
45.2
0
$15.83
$7.24
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Derry, NH
Night
in Derry on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 0 to 5 mph21% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Bethlehem, NH
Night
in Bethlehem on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Bristol, NH
57 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
25 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 14m 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 as you transition off local roads. You will start by navigating West Broadway and Nashua Road before merging onto I-93 North for the bulk of your travel. While the route relies on interstate connectivity, the character remains distinctly local rather than a monotonous, high-speed highway grind. Because the highway share is 0% in terms of pure interstate dominance, you should prepare for varied road conditions that shift as you move further north. Staying alert is key, as the winding nature of the local segments keeps the driving experience engaging from start to finish.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.1 mi on Styles Bridges Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 14m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (NH 102 / West Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: 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.
On the drive from Derry, NH to Bethlehem, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Plymouth along the way.
Plymouth
10.2 mi in|~14m|via I 93
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 113.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 74.1 miles on Styles Bridges Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.71 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (NH 102 / West Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: 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 Bethlehem, NH before heading back.
