How far is Peterborough, NH from Derry Village, NH?
The driving distance from Peterborough, NH to Derry Village, NH is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Peterborough and Derry Village.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peterborough and Derry Village.
-
1
Start on Peterborough Bypass
21 m · 4 sec · Peterborough Bypass
-
2
Continue on Wilton Road
4 mi · 7 min · Wilton Road
-
3
Continue on Gibbons Highway
9.3 mi · 15 min · Gibbons Highway
-
4
Continue on Elm Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Elm Street
-
5
Turn right onto State Route 101
11.3 mi · 16 min · State Route 101
-
6
Continue straight
6.3 mi · 10 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right
4.7 mi · 6 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
661 ft · 16 sec
-
9
Continue straight
1.3 km · 2 min
-
10
Merge slight left onto Alan B Shepard Highway
2.8 mi · 3 min · Alan B Shepard Highway
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward NH 28: North Londonderry
1366 ft · 33 sec
-
12
Keep slight left
585 ft · 16 sec
-
13
Turn left onto Rockingham Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · Rockingham Road
-
14
Continue on Manchester Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Manchester Road
-
15
Turn sharp left onto Tsienneto Road
136 m · 26 sec · Tsienneto Road
-
16
Turn right onto Pinkerton Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Pinkerton Street
-
17
Turn right onto North Main Street
816 ft · 24 sec · North Main Street
-
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Danforth Circle
49 m · 4 sec · South Main Street
-
19
Exit the rotary onto South Main Street
25 m · 4 sec · South Main Street
-
20
Turn right
22 m · 5 sec
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Peterborough and Derry Village.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Route 101
Turn right onto State Route 101
11.3 mi · 00h 16m
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 Peterborough and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Derry Village.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Peterborough to Derry Village?
The road trip is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Amherst is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.6 miles from Peterborough and 22.6 miles from Derry Village.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 4:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.27 one way or $12.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Peterborough and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Derry Village.
Stop Ideas Near Amherst
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 Amherst.
Nashua, NH
Manchester, New Hampshire
Concord, New Hampshire
Haverhill station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Peterborough and Derry Village. Straight-line distance: 32.42 mi (52.18 km).
#1 Peterborough
Town in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, United States of America
| Population | 6,743 |
| Coordinates | 42.8706400, -71.9517500 |
| Altitude | 219 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Derry Village
City in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States of America
| Population | 34,539 |
| Coordinates | 42.8917500, -71.3120100 |
| Altitude | 75 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-71.311752, 42.891867)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $6.27 | $12.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $7.72 | $15.45 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $9.54 | $19.07 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in New Hampshire · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.