Derry, NH
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Derry.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Northeast
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.78 |
| Reefer | $3.20 |
| Flatbed | $3.38 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-93NH-28NH-102NH-28 Bypass
Top Industries
Manufacturing
Retail
Healthcare
Warehousing
Major Distribution Centers
Small distribution operations along NH-28
Top Shippers
P
Parkland Medical CenterL
Local manufacturing operationsR
Retail corridor businessesNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-93
Truck Stops
Irving (I-93 Exit 4)
Shell (NH-28)
Challenges
- I-93 congestion during MA commuter rush hours.
- NH-28 commercial corridor traffic.
- Winter weather impacts November through March.
- Limited truck-specific infrastructure.
Opportunities
- Highest population density in the US creates constant consumer freight demand
- Port-driven import freight from major East Coast ports
- Short-haul distances allow multiple loads per day
- Premium rates for carriers who can navigate tight urban deliveries
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Produce season runs May through October. Holiday retail surge peaks September through December. Winter nor'easters (December-March) cause significant delays and rate spikes. Spring construction season brings flatbed demand from April onward.
Trucking in Derry — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Derry: Dry Van $2.78, Reefer $3.20, Flatbed $3.38. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Derry is rated "fair." Popular stops include Irving (I-93 Exit 4), Shell (NH-28). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Derry freight market include Parkland Medical Center, Local manufacturing operations, Retail corridor businesses. Key industries driving freight demand are manufacturing, retail, healthcare.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Derry include: I-93 congestion during MA commuter rush hours.; NH-28 commercial corridor traffic.; Winter weather impacts November through March.. However, opportunities include highest population density in the us creates constant consumer freight demand.