How far is Salem, NH from Derry, NH?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and directions for your journey from Salem, New Hampshire 03079, to Derry, New Hampshire 03038:
Directions
- Head northwest on School St toward Robert Ave for 1.4 miles.
- Continue onto Lake St for 1.4 miles.
- Turn right onto NH-28 N/Rockingham Rd and drive for 6.0 miles.
- Turn left onto Rockingham Rd and continue for 0.8 miles.
- Turn right onto Birch St and drive for 0.8 miles.
- Turn left onto E Broadway and continue for 0.2 miles.
- Arrive at Derry, New Hampshire 03038.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for approximately 20 minutes of travel time for the entire journey.
- 🛣️ The total distance you'll be covering is 10.5 miles (16.9 kilometers) via NH-28 N.
- ⛽ It's always a good idea to ensure your vehicle has enough fuel before embarking on the trip.
- 🚧 Check for real-time traffic updates to avoid any unexpected delays or road closures.
- 📱 Keep your GPS or navigation app handy to stay on track throughout the journey.
- 🥤 Bring along some snacks and water to stay refreshed during the drive.
- 🕑 Consider leaving a little earlier if you're traveling during peak traffic hours to allow for potential delays.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 16m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Salem and Derry.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem and Derry.
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Start on the route
34 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street
2.1 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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Continue on Pelham Road
1215 ft · 32 sec · Pelham Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 93 North
2916 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
7.7 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NH 102: Derry, Londonderry
1778 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on NH 102 East: Derry, Chester
68 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto Nashua Road
1684 ft · 48 sec · Nashua Road
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Continue on West Broadway
3209 ft · 2 min · West Broadway
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Turn left
32 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Salem and Derry.
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.
I 93 North
Merge slight right
7.69 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Salem and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Derry.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Salem to Derry?
The road trip is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Windham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6 miles from Salem and 6 miles from Derry.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9 miles (14.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.66 one way or $3.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Salem and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Derry.
Stop Ideas Near Windham
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 Windham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Salem and Derry. Straight-line distance: 9.03 mi (14.54 km).
#1 Salem
Town in New Hampshire, United States
| Population | 30,641 |
| Coordinates | 42.7884200, -71.2008900 |
| Altitude | 40 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Derry
Town in New Hampshire, United States
| Population | 33,442 |
| Coordinates | 42.8806400, -71.3272900 |
| Altitude | 84 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-71.327312, 42.880642)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $1.66 | $3.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $1.87 | $3.74 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.04 | $4.08 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $2.52 | $5.04 |
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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