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1h 52m
Distance
78.9 mi
127 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winchester, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
City of Manchester, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Spanning 78.9 miles across New Hampshire, this route connects Winchester to Manchester in approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stop. Budget about $13 for fuel to cover the journey, which relies primarily on Keene Road, the Franklin Pierce Highway, and NH 9. This drive transitions you through the heart of the Northeast, offering a straightforward path between these two points. It serves as an efficient, practical link for those looking to traverse the state without excessive travel time. Overall, the trip is well-suited for a quick excursion or a direct transit between these two regional hubs.
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
39.5 miles from Winchester, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Expect a mixed-drive experience that balances local roads with faster highway stretches. You will spend about 51% of your journey on highways, giving the route a varied pace rather than a monotonous interstate grind. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 16.7-mile stretch along Keene Road. As you move from Winchester toward Manchester, the road personality shifts, requiring you to remain alert as you transition between the highway segments and the local portions of the route. This combination keeps the steering experience engaging without becoming overly taxing.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,262 ft
Total Descent
1,448 ft
Highest Point
1,433 ft
~26.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,176 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.8 miles in near NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 78.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.8 miles (NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles (NH 9; NH 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.9 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10 toward NH 10 North, NH 12 North, NH 101 West: Vermont
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 9; NH 10 toward Hillsborough, Henniker
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93 toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Winchester, NH and City of Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Hillsborough, Henniker and Boston.
Hillsborough
Henniker
Boston
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keene Road | 16.7 mi | 24m |
| Franklin Pierce Highway | 16.3 mi | 22m |
| NH 9 | 11.5 mi | 16m |
| Route 9 | 8 mi | 11m |
| I 89 | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| Everett Turnpike | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| I 93 | 5 mi | 5m |
| West Main Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Winchester, NH and City of Manchester, NH.
Start on NH 119
Turn right onto NH 10
Continue on NH 10
Enter roundabout onto NH 10; NH 12; NH 101
Continue on NH 10; NH 12; NH 101
Turn right onto NH 9; NH 10; NH 12
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 9; NH 10
Continue on NH 9
Continue on NH 9
Continue on NH 9; NH 31
Turn straight onto NH 9
Merge onto I 89
Take the exit
Merge onto I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
Take the exit
Turn right onto Bridge Street
Turn left onto NH 28A
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
Turn left onto Belmont Street
Turn left onto Summer Street
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You won't need to plan for lengthy rest stops, as the duration is under two hours, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $13 estimated cost. Pay close attention to the transition points between NH 9 and the Franklin Pierce Highway to ensure you maintain your pace. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily adapt your itinerary if you encounter traffic along the way. Use the 16.7-mile stretch on Keene Road as a good benchmark for your progress to gauge your arrival time in Manchester.
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 78.9 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.5 miles or 58m 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 35m
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 Winchester, 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 Winchester, NH
This is one driving day of about 78.9 miles and 1h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.5 mi from Winchester, NH · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 78.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 39.5 miles from Winchester, 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
$12.63 one way
$25.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $13.84 | $27.69 |
| premium | $4.83 | $15.00 | $29.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.53 | $35.06 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.28 | $3.79 |
| Efficient EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.05 | $5.05 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 Winchester on Monday
Local time
4:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°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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