Origin
Bethlehem, NH
Late night in Bethlehem on Monday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethlehem, NH to City of Manchester, NH
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
104.3 mi
168 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
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6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bethlehem, NH
Douglas Mendes
City of Manchester, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bethlehem to Manchester covers 104.3 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes. Since this journey is well within the range of a comfortable day trip, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $17 on fuel to complete the transit between these two New Hampshire locations. You will primarily utilize the Styles Bridges Highway and the Everett Turnpike to navigate the Northeast corridor. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading south for business or leisure.
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
Use the map to pace the middle of the drive
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate the transition from the northern reaches of the state toward Manchester. While about 22% of this trip involves highway travel, the rest of the route is defined by local roads that keep the experience engaging. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 60 miles on the Styles Bridges Highway. The character of the road shifts significantly as you move away from the mountain region, evolving from technical local turns into the more structured flow of the Everett Turnpike.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,919 ft
235 ft
Total Climb
1,536 ft
Total Descent
2,723 ft
Highest Point
1,919 ft
~13 mi in
Elevation Range
1,684 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
The drive from Bethlehem, NH to City of Manchester, NH is easy. At 2h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bethlehem, NH to City of Manchester, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour-and-5-minute duration, you have the advantage of being able to depart at almost any time of day without needing an extensive itinerary. Since there are no formal stops required, use the flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can be more tiring than a straight interstate drive, so plan for a quick break if you feel the need to stretch your legs. Budgeting $17 for fuel is a safe baseline for your trip planning. Prioritize keeping your eyes on the road during the winding sections of the Styles Bridges Highway to ensure a smooth arrival in 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.
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.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bethlehem, 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 Bethlehem, NH
This is one driving day of about 104.3 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bethlehem, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Pacing Suggestions
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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
$16.70 one way
$33.39 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $18.30 | $36.60 |
| premium | $4.83 | $19.83 | $39.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.17 | $46.34 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.95 | $5.01 |
| Efficient EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.13 | $4.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.60 | $6.68 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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
Late night in City of Manchester on Monday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Sunny
NW 15 to 20 mph
0% chance
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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 5m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bethlehem, NH to City of Manchester, NH covers 104.3 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.70 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.
The drive from Bethlehem, NH to City of Manchester, NH is easy. At 2h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bethlehem, NH to City of Manchester, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bethlehem, NH to City of Manchester, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 235 ft to 1,919 ft elevation with about 1,536 ft of total climbing.
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