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1h 31m
Distance
51.6 mi
83 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Manchester, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Spanning 51.6 miles between Troy and Manchester, this New Hampshire excursion typically takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes to complete. It is a straightforward trip that fits easily into a single day, making it an ideal choice for a quick getaway or a necessary commute across the Northeast region. With a fuel budget of roughly $8, the drive is quite economical for most travelers. You will primarily navigate via State Route 101 and the Gibbons Highway, which provide a direct corridor between your starting point and the city. Since the entire journey remains within New Hampshire, you can expect a familiar, consistent driving experience throughout the transition.
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
25.8 miles from Troy, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Expect a mixed drive that balances local roads with faster highway segments. You will spend about 34% of your time on highways, which helps keep the pace moving as you progress toward your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 11.3-mile run along State Route 101, offering a brief window of steady travel. Because this isn't a long-haul interstate grind, the road feel remains varied and avoids the monotony often found on major freeways. You will find that the rhythm of the trip shifts as you navigate off the highway and into the local road network.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,357 ft
Total Descent
2,115 ft
Highest Point
1,480 ft
~20.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,308 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.2 miles in near US 202 / Peterborough Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.6 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 9.2 miles (US 202 / Peterborough Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 50.3 miles (Canal Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.5 miles (Belmont Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 202 / Peterborough Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Canal Street
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto Belmont Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Summer Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 101 | 11.3 mi | 16m |
| Gibbons Highway | 9.3 mi | 14m |
| NH 101 | 6.4 mi | 10m |
| Mountain Road | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| Wilton Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Jaffrey Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Peterborough Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Monadnock Street | 2.6 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, NH and City of Manchester, NH.
Start on South Main Street
Turn right onto Monadnock Street
Continue on Troy Road
Turn right onto Mountain Road
Continue on Main Street
Turn left onto Peterborough Street
Continue on Jaffrey Road
Continue on Grove Street
Turn right onto Wilton Road
Continue on Gibbons Highway
Continue on Elm Street
Turn right onto State Route 101
Continue straight
Continue on Boynton Street
Turn slight right onto South Main Street
Continue on Granite Street
Turn right onto Canal Street
Continue on West Auburn Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto Belmont Street
Turn left onto Summer Street
Turn left
Arrive at your destination
Given the short 1.5-hour duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, feel free to pace yourself and pull over whenever you need a break from the wheel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Troy, as your $8 gas budget is based on efficient travel conditions. A helpful tip for this route is to pay close attention to the transition points between the Gibbons Highway and State Route 101, as these shifts in road type can change the driving intensity. Enjoy the simplicity of this quick trip by staying alert during those busier local road segments.
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.
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 51.6 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.8 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Manchester, NH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Troy, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Troy, NH
This is one driving day of about 51.6 miles and 1h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.8 mi from Troy, NH · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 51.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Troy, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$8.26 one way
$16.52 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $9.05 | $18.11 |
| premium | $4.83 | $9.81 | $19.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.46 | $22.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.22 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Troy on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in City of Manchester on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Sunny
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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