Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
37.1 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
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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Plaice Cove, NH
Nathan Boomhower
Derry to Plaice Cove is 37.1 miles and takes about 1 hour via NH 101, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Hampshire, offering a straightforward drive between two points in the Northeast region. Given its short duration, it's ideal for a quick excursion or an easy add-on to another regional trip. You'll encounter a mix of road types, making it a practical choice for a simple transit.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 19.4 mi | 23m |
| Chester Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Raymond Road | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| Derry Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| West Broadway | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Shore Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Freetown Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Locke Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Derry, NH and Plaice Cove, 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
Turn left onto Landing Road
Continue on Landing Road
Turn straight onto NH 101E
Turn left onto Locke Road
Continue on Little River Road
Continue on Woodland Road
Keep slight right at fork onto North Shore Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.6 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 34.1 — 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 NH 102 / Chester Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Merge onto NH 101
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Landing Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$6.47 one way
$12.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.93 | $7.21 | $14.41 |
| premium | $5.30 | $7.74 | $15.49 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $9.03 | $18.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Tuesday
Local time
2:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Clear
Destination
Late night in Plaice Cove on Tuesday
Local time
2:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Clear
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 features a 52% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of the 37.1 miles on faster roads. The longest continuous stretch on NH 101 covers 19.4 miles. Expect to transition from highway cruising to surface roads, likely noticeable by a change in speed limits and traffic density. The mixed profile suggests you'll experience both efficient travel and more local road conditions.
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 37.1 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; near the start (NH 102 / West Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (NH 102 / Chester Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
111 ft
Total Descent
379 ft
Highest Point
309 ft
~8 mi in
Elevation Range
298 ft
Founded 1827
Derry is a town in New Hampshire.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 37.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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