Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
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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Greenland, NH
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Derry to Greenland is 34.3 miles and takes about 58 minutes via NH 101, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip within New Hampshire, making it an easy option for a short excursion. You'll primarily travel on well-maintained roads, with a significant portion on NH 101, so expect a fairly direct journey. Given the short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a quick day trip or as a segment of a larger regional exploration in the Northeast. Consider this drive when you need a simple, efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 11.9 mi | 13m |
| Portsmouth Avenue | 7.2 mi | 13m |
| Chester Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Raymond Road | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| Derry Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| West Broadway | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Freetown Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Church Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Derry, NH and Greenland, NH.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left onto NH 102
Enter roundabout onto NH 102
Continue on NH 102
Continue on NH 102
Continue on NH 102
Continue on NH 102
Continue on Freetown Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto NH 101
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn straight onto NH 108
Enter roundabout onto NH 33
Continue on NH 33
Continue on Portsmouth Avenue
Turn right onto Church Lane
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17.1 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 29.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto NH 102 / Chester Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit toward NH 108: Stratham, Exeter
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto NH 33 / Portsmouth Avenue toward NH 33 East: Greenland, Portsmouth
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$5.52 one way
$11.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.08 | $12.15 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.57 | $13.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Derry on Saturday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Night in Greenland on Saturday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
61°F
Fremont, NH
17 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.
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 35% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on NH 101, Portsmouth Avenue, and Chester Road, providing some variety. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 11.9 miles on NH 101. While not entirely highway, the presence of this main road ensures a good pace for most of the trip. The drive generally keeps you moving efficiently, balancing faster highway sections with more local road segments.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 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 34.3 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.2 miles (NH 102 / Chester Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 26.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Greenland, NH, road signs point toward Exeter and Portsmouth.
Exeter
Portsmouth
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 34.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). 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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