Origin
Derry, NH
Late night in Derry on Thursday
Local time
2:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Derry, NH to Alton, NH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
51.5 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 17m
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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Alton, NH
Barnabas Davoti
Trip Overview
The drive from Derry, NH to Alton, NH covers 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Broadway, Nashua Road, I 93 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.7 miles from Derry, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 20m drive with frequent turns across 51.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Broadway is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Derry, NH to Alton, NH is easy. At 1h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Derry, NH to Alton, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway | — | — |
| Nashua Road | — | — |
| I 93 North | — | — |
| Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway | — | — |
| Alan B Shepard Jr Highway | — | — |
| Alan B Shepard Highway | — | — |
| Everett Turnpike | — | — |
| Hooksett | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Broadway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Derry, NH and Alton, NH.
1
Start on the route
79 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
105 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn right onto West Broadway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway
4
Continue on Nashua Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Nashua Road
5
Take the ramp right toward I 93 North: Manchester, Concord
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 93 North: Manchester, Concord
6
Merge slight left onto Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
7
Continue on Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
8
Continue on Alan B Shepard Highway
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Alan B Shepard Highway
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
I 93 North: Concord, Plymouth
10
Keep slight right to continue on Everett Turnpike
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Everett Turnpike
11
Take the exit slight right toward Hooksett
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hooksett
12
Turn left onto Hackett Hill Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Hackett Hill Road
13
Turn left onto West River Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
West River Road
14
Turn right onto Riverside Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverside Street
15
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn straight onto College Park Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
College Park Drive
17
Turn left onto Hooksett Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Hooksett Road
18
Continue on Allenstown Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Allenstown Road
19
Turn right onto Pinewood Road
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Pinewood Road
20
Continue on Route 28
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 28
21
Continue on Suncook Valley Highway
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Suncook Valley Highway
22
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Epsom Circle
210 ft
·
5 sec
·
Epsom Circle
23
Exit the rotary onto Suncook Valley Highway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Suncook Valley Highway
24
Continue on Suncook Valley Road
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
25
Continue on Suncook Valley Highway
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Suncook Valley Highway
26
Continue on Suncook Valley Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
27
Continue on Suncook Valley Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Suncook Valley Highway
28
Continue on Suncook Valley Road
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
29
Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward the route
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
the route
30
Exit the roundabout
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
31
Turn left
335 ft
·
24 sec
32
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 25.7 miles from Derry, NH, or about 40m into the drive.
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 11 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.7 miles or 40m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alton, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Derry, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Derry, NH
This is one driving day of about 51.5 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Derry, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.7 mi from Derry, NH · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from Derry, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alton, NH
The final approach into Alton, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.29 one way
$16.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.86 | $19.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Alton, NH
Late night in Alton on Thursday
Local time
2:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
1h 20m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Derry, NH to Alton, NH covers 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Broadway, Nashua Road, I 93 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.7 miles from Derry, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.29 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Derry, NH to Alton, NH is easy. At 1h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Derry, NH to Alton, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Derry, NH to Alton, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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