Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
57.7 mi
93 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alexandria, NH
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Manchester, NH
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Traveling from Alexandria to Manchester, New Hampshire, covers a distance of 57.7 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this trip is short and efficient, it is perfect for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $9 on fuel for the journey, making it a very affordable transit within the Northeast region. The route utilizes the Everett Turnpike and the Senator Styles Bridges Highway, transitioning you from the more rural landscape of Alexandria toward the urban hub of Manchester. It is a straightforward drive that prioritizes direct travel over lengthy sightseeing detours.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 15.8 mi | 18m |
| Styles Bridges Highway | 15.7 mi | 17m |
| Senator Styles Bridges Highway | 15.4 mi | 17m |
| Summer Street | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Bristol Hill Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| New Hampshire Highway 104 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West Bridge Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Plumer Hill Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria, NH and Manchester, NH.
Start on Town Pound Road
Turn left onto Thissell Road
Continue on Plumer Hill Road
Continue on Bristol Hill Road
Turn straight onto NH 3A
Continue on Pleasant Street
Continue on NH 104
Continue on NH 104
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 93
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
Keep slight left at fork onto I 293
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto Eddy Road
Continue on McGregor Street
Turn left onto West Bridge Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.9 miles from Alexandria, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.1 and 56.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 93 South: Tilton, Concord
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 left at fork onto I 293 / Everett Turnpike toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$9.29 one way
$18.58 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.22 | $20.44 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.05 | $22.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.10
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Alexandria on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Manchester on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
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.
This trip features a turn-heavy local profile that demands your full attention as you navigate through the New Hampshire landscape. Only 29% of the route consists of highway driving, so you should be prepared for a more involved experience than a simple interstate cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 15.8-mile segment on the Everett Turnpike, which offers a brief moment of consistency before the road character shifts again. You will spend the remainder of your time on local roads, requiring you to adjust to changing road conditions and potential traffic variations. It is a practical, functional drive that moves you efficiently between these two points.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.7 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 9.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.3 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.3 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Alexandria, NH and Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Concord and Nashua.
Concord
Nashua
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 57.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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