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Distance from Peterborough to Amherst

Driving Distance
25.6 mi 41.2 km
Flying Distance
16.5 mi 26.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Peterborough, New Hampshire to Amherst, New Hampshire is 25.6 mi (41.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 16.5 mi (26.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 40 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a east direction. Average speeds around 46 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Peterborough
Place Peterborough
State/Province New Hampshire
Country US
Latitude 42.870605
Longitude -71.951675
GPS 42.870605° N, 71.951675° W
Local Time 2:55 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Amherst
Place Amherst
State/Province New Hampshire
Country US
Latitude 42.863334
Longitude -71.627195
GPS 42.863334° N, 71.627195° W
Local Time 2:55 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Peterborough, New Hampshire to Amherst, New Hampshire covers 25.6 mi (41.2 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 40 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (22.8-25.6 miles / 37-41 km). The primary route shown here saves 11 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 46 mph (74 km/h).

Available Routes

NH-136 E and 2nd New Hampshire Turnpike S/2nd NH Turnpike S
25.6 mi 40 minutes
Shortest
State Rte 101 E
22.8 mi 29 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.