How far is Londonderry, NH from Exeter, NH?
The driving distance from Londonderry, NH to Exeter, NH is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23 miles (37 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Londonderry and Exeter.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Londonderry and Exeter.
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Start on Mammoth Road
3.5 mi · 7 min · Mammoth Road
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Turn right onto Smith Lane
699 ft · 31 sec · Smith Lane
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Turn straight onto Rockingham Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockingham Road
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Turn left onto I 93 North
2701 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Alan B Shepard Highway
5.2 mi · 7 min · Alan B Shepard Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on NH 101 East: Portsmouth, Seacoast
25.9 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NH 85: Exeter, Newfields
1290 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Newfields Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Newfields Road
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Continue on Water Street
2855 ft · 2 min · Water Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Water Street
839 ft · 29 sec · Water Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Water Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Londonderry and Exeter.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
NH 101 East
Keep slight right to continue on NH 101 East: Portsmouth, Seacoast
25.9 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Londonderry and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Exeter.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Londonderry to Exeter?
The road trip is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km) and usually takes 00h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Candia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from Londonderry and 19.1 miles from Exeter.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23 miles (37 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.33 one way or $10.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Londonderry and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Exeter.
Stop Ideas Near Candia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Candia.
Manchester, New Hampshire
Concord, New Hampshire
Durham–UNH station
Exeter station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Londonderry and Exeter. Straight-line distance: 23.01 mi (37.03 km).
#1 Londonderry
Town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States of America
| Population | 26,646 |
| Coordinates | 42.8650900, -71.3739500 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Exeter
Town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States
| Population | 15,296 |
| Coordinates | 42.9814800, -70.9478300 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
End: Exeter (-70.94783, 42.98148)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $5.33 | $10.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.02 | $12.03 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $8.10 | $16.19 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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