Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
64.2 mi
103 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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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Bristol, NH
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Spanning 64.2 miles, this straightforward trek from Derry to Bristol, New Hampshire, is a perfect candidate for a quick day trip. You can expect to complete the journey in about 1 hour and 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice if you want to reach the Lakes Region without spending your entire day behind the wheel. Budget approximately $10 for fuel to cover the distance. Because of the manageable duration, there is no need to split this trip into an overnight stay. You will navigate through the heart of the Northeast, transitioning from the more suburban southern reaches toward the north. It is a practical, efficient route that gets you where you need to go with minimal logistical fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Styles Bridges Highway | 30 mi | 33m |
| Everett Turnpike | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| I 93 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Alan B Shepard Highway | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| NH 104 | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Alan B Shepard Jr Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Sen Styles Bridges Highway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Derry, NH and Bristol, 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
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Take the exit
Turn left
Turn left onto NH 104
Continue on NH 104; NH 3A
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Derry, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 58.5 — 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
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
Take the exit toward NH 104, NH 132: Meredith, New Hampton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left toward NH 132 South, NH 104 West: New Hampton, Bristol, NH Fish & Game
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$10.34 one way
$20.67 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.29 | $24.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.17 | $28.35 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.74 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.62 | $2.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (64% 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
Late night in Derry on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
36°F
Northfield, NH
32 mi in
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you make your way out of Derry. You will start by navigating West Broadway and Nashua Road before eventually merging onto I-93 North for the bulk of your travel. This route features no highway percentage, meaning you will rely heavily on local roads that demand your full attention. The personality of the drive shifts from busy local streets to the consistent flow of the interstate. Since this path is characterized by frequent turns rather than long, uninterrupted stretches, keep your focus sharp as you transition between different road types throughout the 80-minute journey.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.2 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Bristol, NH, road signs point toward Plymouth, New Hampton and Nh Fish & Game.
Plymouth
New Hampton
Nh Fish & Game
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 64.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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