Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
44.5 mi
72 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Photo: Mohan Nannapaneni
The drive from Antrim, NH to City of Manchester, NH covers 44.5 miles and takes about 1h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 202, I 89, Everett Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.9 miles on US 202. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
22.3 miles from Antrim, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
This is a 1h 1m highway drive covering 44.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 202 and I 89. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.9 miles on US 202.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 202 and I 89. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 31 / Main Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 44.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 31 / Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.4 miles (US 202): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.5 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto NH 31 / Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Take the ramp onto US 202 toward NH 9
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Antrim, NH to City of Manchester, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 14.9 mi | 20m |
| I 89 | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| Everett Turnpike | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| Concord Street | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| I 93 | 5 mi | 5m |
| Antrim Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Mammoth Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lake Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Antrim, NH and City of Manchester, NH.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 44.5 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.3 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Manchester, NH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Antrim, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Antrim, NH
This is one driving day of about 44.5 miles and 1h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.3 mi from Antrim, NH · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 44.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Antrim, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into City of Manchester, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around City of Manchester, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.12 one way
$14.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| premium | $4.83 | $8.46 | $16.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.89 | $19.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Antrim on Saturday
Local time
4:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in City of Manchester on Saturday
Local time
4:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
48°F
Albany, NY
22 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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