Origin
Derry Village, NH
Morning in Derry Village on Tuesday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Derry Village, NH to North Hampton, NH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
31.7 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Derry Village, NH
Matt Barnard
North Hampton, NH
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Trip Overview
Derry Village to North Hampton is 31.7 miles and takes about 51 minutes via NH 101, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays entirely within New Hampshire, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. The route offers a straightforward connection, primarily utilizing a well-known state highway. It's a practical option for a quick transit or a simple day trip without extensive driving commitments. Plan for a smooth, uncomplicated experience that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| Chester Road | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Raymond Road | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| Derry Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Exeter Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Atlantic Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Freetown Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Hampton Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 14.4 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Derry Village, NH and North Hampton, NH.
1
Start on this road
73 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto NH 28 Bypass
80 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto NH 102
99 ft
·
4 sec
·
Chester Road
4
Continue on NH 102
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Chester Road
5
Continue on NH 102
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Derry Road
6
Continue on NH 102
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Raymond Road
7
Continue on NH 102
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Chester Road
8
Continue on Freetown Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Freetown Road
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NH 101 East
10
Merge onto NH 101
14 mi
·
16 min
·
NH 101
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 12
Toward NH 111: Exeter, North Hampton
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto NH 111
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Hampton Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on NH 111
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Exeter Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto NH 151; NH 111
60 ft
·
1 sec
·
Post Road
Use the left / right lanes.
15
Turn slight right onto NH 111
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
NH 111
Toward US 1: Rye Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn slight right onto NH 111
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn right
65 ft
·
4 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Derry Village, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NH 102 / Chester Road
Enter roundabout onto NH 102 / Chester Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
27.9 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward NH 111: Exeter, North Hampton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 12
Toward NH 111: Exeter, North Hampton
5
28.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
NH 111 / North Hampton Road
Turn left onto NH 111 / North Hampton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
30.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
NH 151; NH 111 / Post Road
At end of road, turn left onto NH 151; NH 111 / Post Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
5
30.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
NH 111
Turn slight right onto NH 111 toward US 1: Rye Beach
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1: Rye Beach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.10 one way
$10.21 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.61 | $11.23 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
North Hampton, NH
Morning in North Hampton on Tuesday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
58°F
Fremont, NH
16 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
51m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive involves a mix of highway and surface roads, with 46% of the route on highways. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 14.4 miles on NH 101, offering a taste of highway cruising. After this, expect the transition to surface roads like Chester Road and Raymond Road, which will likely involve more local traffic and intersections. The profile suggests a varied driving experience, moving from faster-paced highway travel to more measured surface road conditions.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.4 mi on NH 101.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 102 / Chester Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 31.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 (NH 102 / Chester Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 27.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.1 miles (NH 111 / North Hampton Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
506 ft
44 ft
Total Climb
357 ft
Total Descent
527 ft
Highest Point
506 ft
~4.5 mi in
Elevation Range
461 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Village, NH to North Hampton, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Hampton along the way.
Hampton
27.9 mi in
|
~43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 31.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.4 miles on NH 101. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at North Hampton, NH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 (NH 102 / Chester Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 27.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.1 miles (NH 111 / North Hampton Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Hampton, NH before heading back.
How this page is built
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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