Origin
Hampstead, NH
Morning in Hampstead on Monday
Local time
6:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampstead, NH to Manchester, NH
Drive Time
38m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampstead, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Manchester, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Hampstead to Manchester, you are looking at a straightforward 25-mile trip. Expect to spend about 38 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via State Route 111 and the Alan B. Shepard Highway. With a fuel cost estimate of just $4, this is a budget-friendly way to move between these two New Hampshire hubs. Given the short duration, you can easily complete the journey in a single day, leaving you plenty of time to explore once you arrive.
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
12.5 miles from Hampstead, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a long-haul interstate cruise. You will spend roughly 19 miles of the journey on highways, which accounts for the majority of your travel time. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 7.7 miles along the Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, you should prepare for a varied driving experience that requires more attention than a simple highway sprint. It is a compact, manageable route that keeps you engaged through its shifting road types.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near NH 111 / State Route 111.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (NH 111 / State Route 111): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (I 93 / Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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NH 111 / State Route 111
Turn right onto NH 111 / State Route 111
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
7.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the ramp toward I 93 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 93 North
5
8.1 mi into trip
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~16m in
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I 93 / Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
Merge onto I 93 / Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
20.1 mi into trip
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~30m in
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I 293
Take the exit onto I 293 toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Bedford, Manchester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Air...
5
21.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward NH 28
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 1
Toward NH 28
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Hampstead, NH to Manchester, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Bedford along the way.
Bedford
20.1 mi in
|
~30m
|
via I 293
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| State Route 111 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Alan B Shepard Highway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| South Maple Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Salem Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Road | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| I 293 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Willow Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
— 7.7 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampstead, NH and Manchester, NH.
1
Start on West Road
30 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Road
2
Turn right onto Stage Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Stage Road
3
Turn right onto State Route 111
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 111
4
Continue on Salem Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Salem Road
5
Continue on Range Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Range Road
6
Continue on Indian Rock Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Indian Rock Road
7
Take the ramp slight right toward I 93 North
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 93 North
8
Merge slight left onto Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway
9
Continue on Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Alan B Shepard Jr Highway
10
Continue on Alan B Shepard Highway
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Alan B Shepard Highway
11
Take the exit slight left toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Bedford, Manchester
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Bedford, Manchester
12
Take the exit slight right toward NH 28
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
NH 28
13
Turn right
105 ft
·
3 sec
14
Turn right onto South Willow Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Willow Street
15
Turn right onto South Maple Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Maple Street
16
Turn left onto Bridge Street
285 ft
·
8 sec
·
Bridge Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 38-minute drive, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops, as the entire trip is easily completed in one go. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means it is helpful to stay alert, especially when transitioning between local roads and the highway sections. Budgeting $4 for fuel is a safe estimate for the 25-mile distance. For the smoothest experience, check local traffic reports before you head out to ensure your travel time aligns with your plans.
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 12.5 miles from Hampstead, NH, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.7 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 25 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.5 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manchester, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hampstead, 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 Hampstead, NH
This is one driving day of about 25 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hampstead, 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 Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway for about 7.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.5 mi from Hampstead, NH · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.5 miles from Hampstead, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Manchester, NH
The final approach into 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 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
$4.00 one way
$8.00 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $4.39 | $8.77 |
| premium | $4.83 | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.55 | $11.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
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.
Destination
Manchester, NH
Morning in Manchester on Monday
Local time
6:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
38m 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 Hampstead, NH to Manchester, NH covers 25 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway, State Route 111, Alan B Shepard Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.5 miles from Hampstead, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.00 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 25 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (NH 111 / State Route 111): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (I 93 / Alan Bartlett Shepard Junior Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hampstead, NH to Manchester, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Bedford along the way.
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