Spanning 90 miles across the heart of New Hampshire, this route from Derry Village to Walpole is a straightforward journey typically taking about 2 hours and 4 minutes. You will primarily navigate via US 202, NH 12, and Route 9, making it an efficient choice for those looking to traverse the Northeast region in a single day. With a fuel cost estimate of approximately $14, it remains an economical trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. While the drive is simple enough to complete in one go, the lack of planned stops gives you the flexibility to build your own itinerary. Whether you are heading west for a quick getaway or a business trip, this transit provides a consistent connection between these two New Hampshire locales.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45 miles from Derry Village, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 202
15.5 mi
21m
NH 12
14.5 mi
16m
Route 9
13.1 mi
18m
I 89
8.1 mi
9m
I 93
7.1 mi
8m
Everett Turnpike
7 mi
8m
Keene Road
5.7 mi
8m
Alan B Shepard Highway
5.2 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 15.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Derry Village, NH and Walpole, NH.
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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 28 Bypass
153 ft·3 sec·North Main Street
4
Continue on NH 28 Bypass
0.2 mi·27 sec·North Main Street
5
Turn left onto Pinkerton Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Pinkerton Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto Tsienneto Road
169 ft·9 sec·Tsienneto Road
7
Turn right onto NH 28
0.8 mi·1 min·Manchester Road
8
Continue on NH 28
2.2 mi·4 min·Rockingham Road
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 93 North
10
Merge onto I 93
5.2 mi·6 min·Alan B Shepard Highway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
7.1 mi·8 min·I 93
Toward I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
7.0 mi·8 min·Everett Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·42 sec
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction VermontUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 89
8.1 mi·9 min·I 89
16
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 5Toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
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Continue on US 202; NH 9
15 mi·21 min·US 202; NH 9
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on NH 9
1.9 mi·2 min·West Main Street
19
Continue on NH 9; NH 31
5.7 mi·8 min·Keene Road
20
Continue on NH 9
6.7 mi·9 min·Route 9
21
Continue on NH 9
3.3 mi·4 min·Franklin Pierce Highway
22
Continue on NH 9
1.8 mi·2 min·Route 9
23
Continue on NH 9
1.5 mi·2 min·NH Route 9
24
Continue on NH 9
4.7 mi·6 min·Route 9
Use the left lane.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward NH 12 North: WalpoleUse the slight right lane.
26
Merge onto NH 12
15 mi·16 min·NH 12
27
Turn right onto South Street
0.3 mi·1 min·South Street
28
Turn left onto Elm Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·Elm Street
29
Turn slight right onto Washington Street
245 ft·11 sec·Washington Street
30
Turn right onto Middle Street
528 ft·28 sec·Middle Street
31
Turn left onto Main Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·Main Street
32
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it suits your schedule best. Because there are no designated stops in the itinerary, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Derry Village to keep your $14 budget on track. While the drive is only 2 hours and 4 minutes long, keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between US 202 and Route 9 to ensure you stay on the most efficient path. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider building in your own breaks along the route, as the current plan is designed for direct travel. Staying alert during the transition points between the main highways will help ensure a smooth and stress-free arrival in Walpole.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45 miles from Derry Village, NH, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Walpole, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Derry Village, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Derry Village, NH
This is one driving day of about 90 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Derry Village, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 202 for about 15.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 74.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|NH 28 Bypass / North Main Street
Enter roundabout onto NH 28 Bypass / North Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
9.7 mi into trip|~17m in|I 93
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
Toward I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
8
24.2 mi into trip|~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junctio...
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32.5 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the exit toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NH 12 North: Walpole
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.49 one way
$28.98 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$15.94
$31.88
premium
$4.86
$17.23
$34.47
diesel
$5.61
$19.87
$39.74
Estimated Tolls: $0.49
Everett Turnpike
(7 mi)$0.49
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27
0
$9.45
$4.32
Efficient EV
22.5
0
$7.87
$3.60
EV Truck/SUV
36
0
$12.60
$5.76
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026
Origin
Derry Village, NH
Night
in Derry Village on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
SW 0 to 5 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Walpole, NH
Night
in Walpole on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
S 2 to 6 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 4m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of inspiration. Discover the history behind the capt...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that leans heavily on highway travel, with 74% of your time spent on faster thoroughfares. The road feels like a balanced mix of steady highway cruising and local transition, keeping the pace consistent throughout the 90-mile distance. You will encounter your longest stretch of uninterrupted driving during a 15.5-mile segment on US 202, which offers a chance to settle into a rhythm behind the wheel. As you move between the segments of NH 12 and Route 9, the road character shifts from highway-focused speeds to the more varied conditions typical of regional New Hampshire transit. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that rewards drivers who appreciate a predictable road environment.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.5 mi on US 202.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 202 and NH 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 28 Bypass / North Main Street.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 90 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 28 Bypass / North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.7 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,467 ft250 ft
Total Climb
1,384 ft
Total Descent
1,234 ft
Highest Point
1,467 ft
~64.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,218 ft
Notable High Points
1,467 ft at ~64.3 miles+651 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Derry Village, NH and Walpole, NH, road signs point toward Plymouth, White River Junction Vermont and Keene.
Plymouth
9.7 mi in|~17m|via I 93
White River Junction Vermont
23.7 mi in|~33m
Keene
32.5 mi in|~45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 90 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.5 miles on US 202. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.49 in tolls one way, starting with Everett Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Walpole, NH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 28 Bypass / North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.7 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Walpole, NH before heading back.
