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Trip from Effingham, NH to Derry Village, NH

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 4m

Distance

75.4 mi

121 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 56m ★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m

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

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Downtown Effingham, NH, NH

Effingham, NH

Mohan Nannapaneni

Downtown Derry Village, NH, NH

Derry Village, NH

Matt Barnard

Trip Overview

The drive from Effingham, NH to Derry Village, NH covers 75.4 miles and takes about 2h 4m 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 mostly surface roads. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.3 miles on Calef Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.14 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

37.7 miles from Effingham, NH

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

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 Village, NH.

1

Start on Plantation Road

59 ft · 7 sec · Plantation Road
2

Turn left onto NH 153

16 mi · 29 min · Province Lake Road
3

Turn sharp right onto Wakefield Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Wakefield Road
4

Turn left onto NH 16

7.0 mi · 10 min · White Mountain Highway
5

Continue on NH 16

14 mi · 19 min · Spaulding Turnpike
6

Take the exit onto Exit 12

0.3 mi · 52 sec · Exit 12
Exit 12 Toward NH 125: Rochester, Gonic
7

Keep slight right at fork onto Exit 12

443 ft · 17 sec · Exit 12
8

Merge onto NH 125

1.7 mi · 3 min · Gonic Road
9

Continue on NH 125

7.7 mi · 12 min · Calef Highway
Use the straight lane.
10

Enter roundabout onto NH 125

165 ft · 4 sec · Calef Highway
11

Continue on NH 125

9.6 mi · 14 min · Calef Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Use the right lane.
13

Merge onto NH 101

4.0 mi · 4 min · NH 101
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Exit 5 Toward NH 102, NH 107, NH 156: Raymond, Fremont Use the slight right lane.
15

At end of road, turn left onto NH 107

1.1 mi · 2 min · Freetown Road
Use the left lane.
16

Continue on NH 102

2.5 mi · 4 min · Chester Road
17

Continue on NH 102

4.2 mi · 8 min · Raymond Road
18

Continue on NH 102

2.2 mi · 4 min · Derry Road
19

Continue on NH 102

3.2 mi · 6 min · Chester Road
20

Enter roundabout onto NH 28 Bypass

215 ft · 4 sec · South Main Street
21

Continue on NH 28 Bypass

80 ft · 3 sec · South Main Street
22

Turn right

73 ft · 5 sec
23

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 37.7 miles from Effingham, NH, or about 1h 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 37.7 miles or 1h 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 43m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Effingham, 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 Effingham, NH

This is one driving day of about 75.4 miles and 2h 4m.

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.

city in Strafford County, New Hampshire, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rochester, 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 37.7 miles from Effingham, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Flag Hill Distillery & Winery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lee, New Hampshire

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 53.9

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+16036592949

Visit website

Flag Hill Distillery & Winery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 53.9

Lee, New Hampshire

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+16036592949

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 37.7

Rochester, New Hampshire

+18333994638

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 75.4

Londonderry, New Hampshire

+18668167584

Visit website

Bedrock Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 53.9

Lee, New Hampshire

+16036592993

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 38 and 62.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
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
5
38.3 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in | Exit 12

Keep slight right at fork onto Exit 12

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
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.
8
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
5
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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.14 one way

$24.28 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $13.36 $26.71
premium $4.86 $14.44 $28.88
diesel $5.61 $16.65 $33.29

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

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.6 0 $7.92 $3.62
Efficient EV 18.9 0 $6.60 $3.02
EV Truck/SUV 30.2 0 $10.56 $4.83

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 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 15, 2026

Origin

Effingham, NH

Afternoon in Effingham on Saturday

Local time

1:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

36°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Derry Village, NH

Afternoon in Derry Village on Saturday

Local time

1:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Rochester, 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

25 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 4m 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?

75.4 mi in 2h 4m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.

Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.3 mi on Calef Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 75.4 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.

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 Village, NH, road signs point toward Gonic and Fremont.

Gonic

38 mi in | ~1h | via Exit 12

Fremont

61.8 mi in | ~1h 38m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 75.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 17.3 miles on Calef Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.01 in tolls one way, starting with Spaulding 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.

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: 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.

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 Trip.ovh 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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