Trip from Effingham, NH to Derry, NH

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 7m

Distance

76.5 mi

123 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

2 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min

4 AM

1h 59m ★

6 AM

2h 8m

8 AM

2h 26m

10 AM

2h 14m

12 PM

2h 12m

3 PM

2h 15m

5 PM

2h 25m

8 PM

2h 2m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Effingham, NH to Derry, NH covers 76.5 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Calef Highway, Province Lake Road, Spaulding Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.3 miles on Calef Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.32 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.

Midpoint

38.3 miles from Effingham, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 76.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 2h 7m drive with frequent turns across 76.5 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Calef Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38 miles in near Exit 12.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 76.5 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: at 38 miles (Exit 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.3 miles (Exit 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 57.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

38 mi into trip | ~1h in | Exit 12

Take the exit onto Exit 12 toward NH 125: Rochester, Gonic

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 12 Toward NH 125: Rochester, Gonic

38.3 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in | Exit 12

Keep slight right at fork onto Exit 12

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

57.4 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

61.8 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Take the exit toward NH 102, NH 107, NH 156: Raymond, Fremont

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 5 Toward NH 102, NH 107, NH 156: Raymond, Fremont

62.1 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | NH 107 / Freetown Road

At end of road, turn left onto NH 107 / Freetown Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Effingham, NH and Derry, NH, road signs point toward Gonic and Fremont.

Gonic

38 mi in | ~1h | via Exit 12

Fremont

61.8 mi in | ~1h 38m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Calef Highway	17.3 mi	27m
Province Lake Road	15.9 mi	29m
Spaulding Turnpike	14.4 mi	19m
White Mountain Highway	7 mi	10m
Chester Road	5.7 mi	10m
Raymond Road	4.2 mi	8m
NH 101	4 mi	4m
Derry Road	2.2 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Calef Highway — 17.3 mi, about 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Plantation Road

59 ft · 7 sec · Plantation Road

Turn left onto NH 153

16 mi · 29 min · Province Lake Road

Turn sharp right onto Wakefield Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Wakefield Road

Turn left onto NH 16

7.0 mi · 10 min · White Mountain Highway

Continue on NH 16

14 mi · 19 min · Spaulding Turnpike

Take the exit onto Exit 12

0.3 mi · 52 sec · Exit 12

Exit 12 Toward NH 125: Rochester, Gonic

Keep slight right at fork onto Exit 12

443 ft · 17 sec · Exit 12

Merge onto NH 125

1.7 mi · 3 min · Gonic Road

Continue on NH 125

7.7 mi · 12 min · Calef Highway

Use the straight lane.

Enter roundabout onto NH 125

165 ft · 4 sec · Calef Highway

Continue on NH 125

9.6 mi · 14 min · Calef Highway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Use the right lane.

Merge onto NH 101

4.0 mi · 4 min · NH 101

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Exit 5 Toward NH 102, NH 107, NH 156: Raymond, Fremont Use the slight right lane.

At end of road, turn left onto NH 107

1.1 mi · 2 min · Freetown Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on NH 102

2.5 mi · 4 min · Chester Road

Continue on NH 102

4.2 mi · 8 min · Raymond Road

Continue on NH 102

2.2 mi · 4 min · Derry Road

Continue on NH 102

3.2 mi · 6 min · Chester Road

Enter roundabout onto NH 102

136 ft · 3 sec · East Broadway

Continue on NH 102

1.1 mi · 2 min · East Broadway

Turn right onto Martin Street

133 ft · 11 sec · Martin Street

Turn left

112 ft · 8 sec

Arrive at 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 38.3 miles from Effingham, NH, or about 1h 1m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.3 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 17 miles or 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38.3 miles or 1h 1m 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 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Derry, NH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Effingham, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Effingham, NH

This is one driving day of about 76.5 miles and 2h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Effingham, NH.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Calef Highway for about 17.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38.3 mi from Effingham, NH · 1h 1m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Barrington, NH

38 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

Acton, ME

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rochester, NH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from Effingham, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Derry, NH

The final approach into Derry, 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 Derry, 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

$12.32 one way

$24.63 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.50	$13.55	$27.10
premium	$4.86	$14.65	$29.30
diesel	$5.61	$16.89	$33.78

Estimated Tolls: $1.01

Spaulding Turnpike (14.4 mi) $1.01

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

$12

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

2 DC fast chargers · Coverage: good

EV Connect Charging Station

Londonderry, New Hampshire

EV Connect

1 DCFC

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Rochester, New Hampshire

InCharge

1 DCFC

EV Connect: 1 InCharge: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	23	$8.03	$3.67
Efficient EV	19.1	$6.69	$3.06
EV Truck/SUV	30.6	$10.71	$4.90

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Effingham, NH

Evening in Effingham on Thursday

Local time

5:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

36°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Derry, NH

Evening in Derry on Thursday

Local time

5:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SE 0 to 5 mph 21% chance Live forecast

53°F

Barrington, NH

38 mi in

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

36 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

2h 7m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Effingham, NH to Derry, NH covers 76.5 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Calef Highway, Province Lake Road, Spaulding Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 38.3 miles from Effingham, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.32 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.

Between Effingham, NH and Derry, NH, road signs point toward Gonic and Fremont.

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Trip from Effingham, NH to Derry, NH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Derry, NH

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Effingham, NH

Derry, NH

Same local time

36 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 7m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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