Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
9.2 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 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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Hampstead, NH
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The drive from Derry, NH to Hampstead, NH covers 9.2 miles and takes about 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hampstead Road, Main Street, East Derry Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.8 miles on Hampstead Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.48 one way before food or hotel costs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hampstead Road | 3.8 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| East Derry Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Broadway | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Derry Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Road | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Derry, NH and Hampstead, NH.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left onto NH 102
Enter roundabout onto East Derry Road
Continue on East Derry Road
Continue on Hampstead Road
Continue on Derry Road
Turn right onto NH 121
Turn right onto West Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto NH 102 / West Broadway
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto East Derry Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto NH 121 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto West Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.48 one way
$2.96 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.63 | $3.26 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.76 | $3.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.03 | $4.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Evening in Derry on Sunday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Light Rain
Destination
Evening in Hampstead on Sunday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Light Rain
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
9.2 mi in 21m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 5 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 1.2 miles (East Derry Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 9.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads 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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