Origin
Derry Village, NH
Afternoon in Derry Village on Tuesday
Local time
2:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Derry Village, NH to Hudson, NH
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
25m
Distance
12.1 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
6 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Derry Village, NH
Matt Barnard
Hudson, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
The drive from Derry Village, NH to Hudson, NH covers 12.1 miles and takes about 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Nashua Road, Derry Road, East Broadway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.3 miles on Nashua Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.94 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
6 miles from Derry Village, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 25m drive with frequent turns across 12.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Nashua Road is the longest continuous segment at about 5.3 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 102 / East Broadway.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Derry Village, NH to Hudson, NH is easy. At 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 102 / East Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (School Street): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles (NH 111 / Ferry Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NH 102 / East Broadway
Turn left onto NH 102 / East Broadway
Navigation decision point
4
11.9 mi into trip
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~24m in
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School Street
Turn right onto School Street
Navigation decision point
3
12 mi into trip
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~25m in
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NH 111 / Ferry Street
Turn right onto NH 111 / Ferry Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nashua Road | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| Derry Road | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| East Broadway | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Derry Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| School Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ferry Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Chase Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Nashua Road
— 5.3 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Derry Village, NH and Hudson, NH.
1
Start on this road
161 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto NH 102
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Broadway
3
Continue on NH 102
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Nashua Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on NH 102
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Derry Road
5
Continue on NH 102; NH 3A
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Derry Street
6
Turn slight left onto NH 3A
387 ft
·
14 sec
·
Chase Street
7
Turn right onto School Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
School Street
8
Turn right onto NH 111
521 ft
·
17 sec
·
Ferry Street
9
Arrive at destination
NH 111
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 6 miles from Derry Village, NH, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.3 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 12.1 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hudson, 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 12.1 miles and 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Derry Village, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Nashua Road for about 5.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6 mi from Derry Village, NH · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 12.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6 miles from Derry Village, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hudson, NH
The final approach into Hudson, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hudson, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.94 one way
$3.87 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $2.12 | $4.25 |
| premium | $4.83 | $2.30 | $4.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.69 | $5.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
6 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
The 440 - Tesla Supercharger
Tyngsborough, MA
Tesla
12 DCFC
Simon Merrimack PO (Merrimack, NH)
Merrimack, NH
Electrify America
6 DCFC
33 Nashua Rd
Londonderry, NH
EV Connect
4 DCFC
Simon Pheasant Lane Mall (Nashua, NH)
Nashua, NH
Electrify America
4 DCFC
Sunnyside Acura
Nashua, NH
EVIUM
2 DCFC
Pheasant Lane Mall
Nashua, NH
eVgo Network
2 DCFC
Electrify America: 2
EV Connect: 1
EVIUM: 1
eVgo Network: 1
Tesla: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Hudson, NH
Afternoon in Hudson on Tuesday
Local time
2:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live 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
25m 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 Village, NH to Hudson, NH covers 12.1 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Nashua Road, Derry Road, East Broadway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6 miles from Derry Village, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.94 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 Village, NH to Hudson, NH is easy. At 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 102 / East Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (School Street): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles (NH 111 / Ferry Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Derry Village, NH to Hudson, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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