Origin
Litchfield, NH
Late night in Litchfield on Wednesday
Local time
2:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Litchfield, NH to City of Manchester, NH
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
24m
Distance
11 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Litchfield, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
City of Manchester, NH
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Trip Overview
This short 11-mile drive from Litchfield, NH to Manchester, NH should take you about 24 minutes to complete. It's entirely within New Hampshire, so you'll stay within the Northeast region. With no highway driving, this is a turn-heavy local experience. It’s a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. Budget around $2 for fuel for this quick journey. This route is ideal for those looking for a straightforward local connection between two New Hampshire communities.
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
5.5 miles from Litchfield, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a local drive with frequent turns on this route, as indicated by its 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile and 0% highway share. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 4.6 miles along Charles Bancroft Highway. You'll navigate through Brown Avenue and South Beech Street, experiencing a more intimate, community-focused road feel rather than open highway cruising. The road will likely feel more like navigating through neighborhoods and local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Charles Bancroft Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 3A / Charles Bancroft Highway.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 3A / Charles Bancroft Highway): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (NH 3A / Brown Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (Belmont Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NH 3A / Charles Bancroft Highway
Turn right onto NH 3A / Charles Bancroft Highway
Navigation decision point
4
6.5 mi into trip
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~13m in
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NH 3A / Brown Avenue
Turn left onto NH 3A / Brown Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
10.9 mi into trip
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~24m in
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Belmont Street
At end of road, turn right onto Belmont Street
Navigation decision point
5
10.9 mi into trip
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~24m in
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Summer Street
Turn left onto Summer Street
Navigation decision point
5
11 mi into trip
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~24m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Bancroft Highway | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Brown Avenue | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| South Beech Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Maple Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Hazelton Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Auburn Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Spring Garden Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Belmont Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Charles Bancroft Highway
— 4.6 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Litchfield, NH and City of Manchester, NH.
1
Start on Old Stage Road
62 ft
·
5 sec
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Old Stage Road
2
Turn right onto NH 3A
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Charles Bancroft Highway
3
Continue on NH 3A
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Brown Avenue
4
Continue on NH 3A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hazelton Avenue
5
Continue on NH 3A
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Brown Avenue
6
Turn left onto NH 3A
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Brown Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto South Beech Street
1.2 mi
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2 min
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South Beech Street
8
Turn right onto Spring Garden Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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Spring Garden Street
9
Continue on NH 28
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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South Maple Street
10
Turn right onto Auburn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Auburn Street
11
At end of road, turn right onto Belmont Street
273 ft
·
17 sec
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Belmont Street
12
Turn left onto Summer Street
166 ft
·
12 sec
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Summer Street
13
Turn left
56 ft
·
4 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 11-mile distance and 24-minute estimated duration, there's no need to split this trip. You have plenty of flexibility to depart at your convenience. Aim to leave outside of peak local traffic times to make the most of the estimated travel time. With a fuel cost of only $2, you won't need to worry much about refueling stops. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to your GPS or signage for the numerous turns on Charles Bancroft Highway, Brown Avenue, and South Beech Street to ensure you stay on track.
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 5.5 miles from Litchfield, NH, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.6 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 11 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.5 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
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 Litchfield, 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 Litchfield, NH
This is one driving day of about 11 miles and 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Litchfield, 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 Charles Bancroft Highway for about 4.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.5 mi from Litchfield, NH · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.5 miles from Litchfield, 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
$1.77 one way
$3.54 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.95 | $3.90 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.11 | $4.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.43 | $4.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.53 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.96 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.70 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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 Wednesday
Local time
2:55 AM
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
3 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
24m 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 Litchfield, NH to City of Manchester, NH covers 11 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Charles Bancroft Highway, Brown Avenue, South Beech Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.5 miles from Litchfield, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.77 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 straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 3A / Charles Bancroft Highway): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (NH 3A / Brown Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (Belmont Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Litchfield, NH to City of Manchester, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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