Origin
Hollis, NH
Late night in Hollis on Monday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hollis, NH to Manchester, NH
Drive Time
37m
Distance
23.1 mi
37 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 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manchester, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Hollis to Manchester, New Hampshire, you are in for a quick 23.1-mile journey that typically takes about 37 minutes. This short trek is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. The route relies on a mix of local roads and the Everett Turnpike, making it a straightforward connection between the towns. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of errands, this drive offers a highly efficient way to move through the region.
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
11.6 miles from Hollis, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 66 percent of your travel spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate local streets like Broad Street and Elm Street before merging onto the Everett Turnpike, which provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of 15.3 miles. Expect a transition from the quieter pace of Hollis to the more structured, high-speed flow of the turnpike. While the drive is relatively brief, the contrast between navigating local turns and maintaining highway speeds defines the experience behind the wheel. It is a functional, no-nonsense path designed for getting you to your destination as quickly as possible.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ash Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Hollis, NH to Manchester, NH is easy. At 37m 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 Hollis, NH to Manchester, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ash Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Broad Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 3 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Everett Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Manchester | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Granite Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Elm Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bridge Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Ash Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hollis, NH and Manchester, NH.
1
Start on Proctor Hill Road
56 ft
·
3 sec
·
Proctor Hill Road
2
Continue on Ash Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ash Street
3
Continue on Broad Street
3.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Broad Street
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Broad Street
118 ft
·
3 sec
·
Broad Street
5
Exit the roundabout onto Broad Street
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Broad Street
6
Turn left onto US 3: Merrimack, Manchester
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
US 3: Merrimack, Manchester
7
Merge slight left onto Everett Turnpike
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Everett Turnpike
8
Take the exit slight right toward West Manchester
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
West Manchester
9
At the end of the road, turn right onto Granite Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Granite Street
10
Turn left onto Elm Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
11
Turn right onto Bridge Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 37-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, though leaving outside of peak traffic hours will ensure the smoothest transit. You will not need to plan for any stops given the limited duration, allowing you to head straight to your destination in Manchester. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, as maintaining a steady speed on the Everett Turnpike is the most efficient way to travel. Because the route is direct and requires no complex navigation, you can focus on the straightforward transition from local roads to the turnpike. Use the 15.3-mile highway stretch as your primary window for steady driving before preparing to exit into the city.
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 11.6 miles from Hollis, NH, or about 18m into the drive.
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 23.1 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.6 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
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 Hollis, 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 Hollis, NH
This is one driving day of about 23.1 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hollis, 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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.6 mi from Hollis, NH · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 23.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.6 miles from Hollis, 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
$3.70 one way
$7.40 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $4.05 | $8.11 |
| premium | $4.83 | $4.39 | $8.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.13 | $10.26 |
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: 8.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.43 | $1.11 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Late night in Manchester on Monday
Local time
5:39 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
24 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
37m 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 Hollis, NH to Manchester, NH covers 23.1 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ash Street, Broad Street, US 3. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.6 miles from Hollis, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.70 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 Hollis, NH to Manchester, NH is easy. At 37m 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 Hollis, NH to Manchester, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hollis, NH to Manchester, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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