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Trip from Henniker, NH to Derry Village, NH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

56m

Distance

40.9 mi

66 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min
4 AM
0h 52m ★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Henniker, NH, NH

Henniker, NH

Filip Wouters

Downtown Derry Village, NH, NH

Derry Village, NH

Matt Barnard

Trip Overview

Henniker to Derry Village is 40.9 miles and takes about 56 minutes via I 89, US 202, and I 93, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily traversing New Hampshire's Northeast region. Expect a drive that is mostly highway, making it a convenient option for a quick transition between these two locations. Given its short duration, it’s an easy addition to a larger itinerary or a standalone journey for those seeking efficiency.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 89 7.9 mi 9m
US 202 7.7 mi 10m
I 93 7.7 mi 9m
Everett Turnpike 7.6 mi 8m
Alan B Shepard Highway 4 mi 5m
Rockingham Road 2.4 mi 5m
Manchester Road 0.8 mi 1m
Pinkerton Street 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 89 — 7.9 mi, about 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Henniker, NH and Derry Village, NH.

1

Start on NH 114

0.5 mi · 46 sec · Maple Street
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 39 sec
3

Merge onto US 202; NH 9

7.7 mi · 10 min · US 202; NH 9
Use the straight lane.
4

Merge onto I 89

7.9 mi · 9 min · I 89
5

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
6

Merge onto I 93

5.7 mi · 6 min · Everett Turnpike
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

2.0 mi · 2 min · Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93

7.7 mi · 9 min · I 93
Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

4.0 mi · 5 min · Alan B Shepard Highway
Toward I 93 South: Derry, Boston Use the slight left lane.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 5 Toward NH 28: North Londonderry
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 16 sec
12

Turn left onto NH 28

2.4 mi · 5 min · Rockingham Road
13

Continue on NH 28

0.8 mi · 1 min · Manchester Road
14

Turn sharp left onto Tsienneto Road

447 ft · 26 sec · Tsienneto Road
Use the left lane.
15

Turn right onto Pinkerton Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Pinkerton Street
16

Turn right onto NH 28 Bypass

0.2 mi · 24 sec · North Main Street
17

Enter roundabout onto NH 28 Bypass

161 ft · 4 sec · South Main Street
18

Continue on NH 28 Bypass

80 ft · 3 sec · South Main Street
19

Turn right

73 ft · 5 sec
20

Arrive at destination

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown South Hooksett, NH, NH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

South Hooksett, NH

20 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.

Popular next leg

South Hooksett, NH to Derry Village, NH

13.9 mi · 23m

Pacing Suggestions

Derry, NH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bow, NH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 20.4 miles from Henniker, 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 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 40.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 202; NH 9

Merge onto US 202; NH 9

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
22.7 mi into trip | ~29m in | I 93 / Everett Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
24.6 mi into trip | ~31m in | I 93

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
8
32.3 mi into trip | ~41m in | I 93 / Alan B Shepard Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Alan B Shepard Highway toward I 93 South: Derry, Boston

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 93 South: Derry, Boston
6
40.8 mi into trip | ~56m in | NH 28 Bypass / South Main Street

Enter roundabout onto NH 28 Bypass / South Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.58 one way

$13.17 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 14 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $7.24 $14.49
premium $4.86 $7.83 $15.66
diesel $5.61 $9.03 $18.06

Estimated Tolls: $0.54

Everett Turnpike (7.6 mi) $0.54

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Tolls

$1

Total

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 12.3 0 $4.29 $1.96
Efficient EV 10.2 0 $3.58 $1.64
EV Truck/SUV 16.4 0 $5.73 $2.62

Gas CO2

14 kg

EV CO2

5 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Henniker, NH

Late night in Henniker on Sunday

Local time

12:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Derry Village, NH

Late night in Derry Village on Sunday

Local time

12:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

56m 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 trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 76% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience the efficiency of interstate travel for the bulk of your 40.9-mile route. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.9 miles on I 89, offering a consistent pace. While largely highway, be prepared for the transition between I 89, US 202, and I 93, which may involve brief changes in scenery or speed.

76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.9 mi on I 89.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and US 202. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near US 202; NH 9.

Driving Effort 9/10

Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 40.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (US 202; NH 9): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Henniker, NH to Derry Village, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.

Boston

16.4 mi in | ~21m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 40.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 7.9 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.54 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 Derry Village, 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: at 0.8 miles (US 202; NH 9): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles (I 93): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Derry Village, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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