Origin
Barnstead, NH
Night in Barnstead on Tuesday
Local time
11:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barnstead, NH to City of Manchester, NH
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
53m
Distance
31.1 mi
50 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barnstead, NH
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City of Manchester, NH
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Trip Overview
This 31.1-mile drive from Barnstead, NH to the City of Manchester, NH is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 53 minutes. Designed as a single-day excursion, you won't need to worry about finding accommodations along the way. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $5, making it an economical choice. You'll primarily navigate via the Suncook Valley Highway and Suncook Valley Road, with a portion on I-93, blending local roads with some highway time. This route is perfect for a quick journey within the Northeast region, offering a practical way to get from one NH town to another.
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
15.6 miles from Barnstead, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this trip. While 23% of the route includes I-93, much of your time will be spent on Suncook Valley Highway and Suncook Valley Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.2 miles on Suncook Valley Highway. This means you'll be making frequent adjustments, so staying alert is key. The character of the drive shifts from more local roads to some faster-paced highway sections before returning to a more town-centric feel as you approach Manchester.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Suncook Valley Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.2 miles in near US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 31.1 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: at 18.2 miles (US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (Riverside Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
18.2 mi into trip
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~29m in
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US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
21.4 mi into trip
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~35m in
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Riverside Street
Turn right onto Riverside Street
Navigation decision point
5
22.3 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
8
24.1 mi into trip
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~41m in
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I 93
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
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
6
29 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 8
Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Barnstead, NH and City of Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Hooksett Village and Boston.
Hooksett Village
20.7 mi in
|
~33m
Boston
24.1 mi in
|
~41m
|
via I 93
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Suncook Valley Highway | 7.2 mi | 11m |
| Suncook Valley Road | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| I 93 | 5 mi | 5m |
| Pinewood Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Hooksett Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Route 28 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Everett Turnpike | 1 mi | 1m |
| Mammoth Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Suncook Valley Highway
— 7.2 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barnstead, NH and City of Manchester, NH.
1
Start on Parade Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Parade Road
2
Continue on Parade Road
175 ft
·
11 sec
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Parade Road
3
Turn left onto NH 28
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Suncook Valley Road
4
Continue on NH 28
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Suncook Valley Highway
5
Continue on NH 28
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on NH 28
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Suncook Valley Highway
7
Continue on NH 28
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Suncook Valley Road
8
Continue on NH 28
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Suncook Valley Highway
9
Enter roundabout onto NH 28
189 ft
·
4 sec
·
Suncook Valley Highway
10
Continue on NH 28
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Suncook Valley Highway
11
Continue on NH 28
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 28
12
Continue on NH 28
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Pinewood Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 3; NH 28
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Allenstown Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on US 3; NH 28
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Hooksett Road
15
Turn slight right
253 ft
·
9 sec
Toward Hooksett Village
16
Turn straight onto College Park Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
College Park Drive
17
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
18
Turn right onto Riverside Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Riverside Street
19
Turn left onto NH 3A
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
West River Road
20
Turn right onto Hackett Hill Road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Hackett Hill Road
21
Take the ramp
419 ft
·
10 sec
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
23
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Toward I 93 South
24
Merge onto I 93
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Everett Turnpike
25
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 93
Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
27
Turn right onto Bridge Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bridge Street
28
Turn left onto NH 28A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mammoth Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Avenue
30
Turn left onto Belmont Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Belmont Street
31
Turn left onto Summer Street
166 ft
·
12 sec
·
Summer Street
32
Turn left
56 ft
·
4 sec
33
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this short, under-an-hour trip, flexibility is your greatest asset. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can depart whenever suits your schedule, though avoiding rush hour in Manchester is always a good idea. With a total drive of just 31.1 miles and an estimated fuel cost of $5, you won't need to plan extensive refueling. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the Suncook Valley roads and I-93; these are the points where you'll need to be most mindful of your navigation to ensure you stay on track for Manchester.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15.6 miles from Barnstead, NH, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.2 miles.
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 31.1 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.6 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Manchester, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Barnstead, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Barnstead, NH
This is one driving day of about 31.1 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Barnstead, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Suncook Valley Highway for about 7.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from Barnstead, NH · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Barnstead, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Manchester, NH
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.01 one way
$10.01 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.51 | $11.02 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.96 | $11.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.87 | $13.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.07
Everett Turnpike
(1 mi)
$0.07
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
$5
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Destination
City of Manchester, NH
Night in City of Manchester on Tuesday
Local time
11:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Barnstead, NH to City of Manchester, NH covers 31.1 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Suncook Valley Highway, Suncook Valley Road, I 93. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 miles from Barnstead, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.01 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 31.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.2 miles (US 3; NH 28 / Allenstown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (Riverside Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Between Barnstead, NH and City of Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Hooksett Village and Boston.
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