Origin
Manchester, NH
Afternoon in Manchester on Saturday
Local time
2:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manchester, NH to Antrim, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
44.2 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manchester, NH
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Antrim, NH
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from Manchester, NH to Antrim, NH covers 44.2 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 202, Everett Turnpike, I 89 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.5 miles on US 202. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 20.5 mi | 29m |
| Everett Turnpike | 12.1 mi | 14m |
| I 89 | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| Elm Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Salmon Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Amoskeag Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Amoskeag Bridge | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 20.5 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, NH and Antrim, NH.
1
Start on Bridge Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto US 3
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
3
Turn left onto West Salmon Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
West Salmon Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on Amoskeag Bridge
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Amoskeag Bridge
5
Continue on Amoskeag Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Amoskeag Street
6
Enter roundabout
179 ft
·
3 sec
7
Continue
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
8
Merge onto I 293; NH 3A
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Everett Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Everett Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 89
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
I 89
13
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5
Toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
14
Continue on US 202; NH 9
14 mi
·
18 min
·
US 202; NH 9
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit onto US 202
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 202
Toward US 202 West: Peterborough
16
Turn sharp right onto NH 31
13 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
17
Turn left
213 ft
·
15 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 22.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
West Salmon Street
Turn left onto West Salmon Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
13.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junctio...
8
14.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junctio...
6
22.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.12 one way
$14.23 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.83 | $15.66 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.46 | $16.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.85
Everett Turnpike
(7 mi)
$0.49
Everett Turnpike
(5.2 mi)
$0.36
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Antrim, NH
Afternoon in Antrim on Saturday
Local time
2:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
13 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
1h 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.
What kind of drive is this?
44.2 mi in 1h, mostly highway — 20.5 mi of that is on US 202.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.5 mi on US 202.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 202 and Everett Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near West Salmon Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 miles (West Salmon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
703 ft
254 ft
Total Climb
628 ft
Total Descent
179 ft
Highest Point
703 ft
~44.2 mi in
Elevation Range
449 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Manchester, NH and Antrim, NH, road signs point toward White River Junction Vermont and Keene.
White River Junction Vermont
13.9 mi in
|
~18m
Keene
22.7 mi in
|
~29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 44.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.5 miles on US 202. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.85 in tolls one way, starting with Everett Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Antrim, NH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through NH can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (West Salmon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Antrim, NH before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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