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Trip from Chichester, NH to Manchester, NH

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

36m

Distance

26.1 mi

42 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min
4 AM
0h 33m ★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

town in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States of America

Chichester, NH

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city in Hillsborough County in southern New Hampshire, United States

Manchester, NH

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Trip Overview

This 26.1-mile trip from Chichester to Manchester, New Hampshire, is a quick drive, taking about 36 minutes. It's an easy day trip, perfect for a morning commute or an afternoon errand. The route primarily utilizes the Everett Turnpike and I-393, making it a highway-focused experience. With a projected fuel cost of just $4, this drive is very budget-friendly. You'll stay within the Northeast region and within the state of New Hampshire for the entire journey. Consider this a straightforward, efficient way to get from point A to point B.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 26.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for about 79% of this route. The majority of your time will be spent on the Everett Turnpike and I-393, offering a predominantly fast-paced experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.8 miles on the Everett Turnpike, allowing for consistent speed. While primarily highway, the inclusion of Dover Road suggests a brief transition to more local driving as you approach your destination. This drive offers a consistent rhythm, minimizing the need for constant adjustments.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Everett Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 15.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Everett Turnpike and I 393. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road.

Driving Effort 8/10

Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 26.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road

Turn right onto US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
7.7 mi into trip | ~11m in

Take the exit toward I 93 South: Manchester, Lebanon

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 93 South: Manchester, Lebanon
6
17.7 mi into trip | ~24m in | I 93 / Everett Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
19.6 mi into trip | ~26m in | I 293 / Everett Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 293 / Everett Turnpike toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua

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 293 South: Manchester, Nashua
6
24.5 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the exit toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 6 Toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Chichester, NH and Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Lebanon and Nashua.

Lebanon

7.7 mi in | ~11m

Nashua

19.6 mi in | ~26m | via I 293

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Everett Turnpike 15.8 mi 18m
I 393 4.9 mi 7m
Dover Road 2.4 mi 3m
West Bridge Street 0.9 mi 2m
Styles Bridges Highway 0.8 mi 1m
Main Street 0.4 mi 1m
Eddy Road 0.3 mi <1m
McGregor Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Everett Turnpike — 15.8 mi, about 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chichester, NH and Manchester, NH.

1

Start on Main Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Main Street
2

Turn right onto US 4; US 202; NH 9

2.4 mi · 3 min · Dover Road
Use the right lane.
3

Keep slight right at fork onto I 393; US 4; US 202

4.6 mi · 6 min · I 393; US 4; US 202
4

Continue on I 393; US 202

0.2 mi · 24 sec · I 393; US 202
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 93 South: Manchester, Lebanon
6

Merge onto I 93

0.8 mi · 1 min · Styles Bridges Highway
7

Continue on I 93

8.9 mi · 10 min · Everett Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

2.0 mi · 2 min · Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 293

4.9 mi · 5 min · Everett Turnpike
Toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

401 ft · 9 sec
Exit 6 Toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
11

Keep slight left at fork

192 ft · 11 sec
12

Turn left onto Eddy Road

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Eddy Road
13

Continue on McGregor Street

0.2 mi · 21 sec · McGregor Street
14

Turn left onto West Bridge Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
15

Arrive at destination

Bridge Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.20 one way

$8.40 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 9 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $4.62 $9.25
premium $4.86 $5.00 $10.00
diesel $5.61 $5.76 $11.53

Estimated Tolls: $1.10

Everett Turnpike (10.9 mi) $0.76
Everett Turnpike (4.9 mi) $0.34

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$4

Tolls

$1

Total

$5

Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 7.8 0 $2.74 $1.25
Efficient EV 6.5 0 $2.28 $1.04
EV Truck/SUV 10.4 0 $3.65 $1.67

Gas CO2

9 kg

EV CO2

3 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Chichester, NH

Morning in Chichester on Saturday

Local time

9:50 AM

EDT

Current temp

37°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Manchester, NH

Morning in Manchester on Saturday

Local time

9:50 AM

EDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

1 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

36m 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 Chichester, NH to Manchester, NH covers 26.1 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Everett Turnpike, I 393, Dover Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 13 miles from Chichester, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.20 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 26.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 4; US 202; NH 9 / Dover Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Between Chichester, NH and Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Lebanon and Nashua.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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