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Trip from Antrim, NH to City of Manchester, NH

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 1m

Distance

44.5 mi

72 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min
4 AM
0h 57m ★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Antrim, NH, NH

Antrim, NH

Phil Evenden

city in Greater Manchester, England

City of Manchester, NH

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick excursion from Antrim to Manchester, you can expect a straightforward 44.5-mile journey that typically takes about an hour and one minute. This highway-focused trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $7 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct transit. Because both cities are located within the Northeast region of New Hampshire, the drive remains consistent in its regional character. It serves as a highly practical connection for those looking to move efficiently between these two points without unnecessary detours.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 202 14.9 mi 20m
I 89 7.9 mi 9m
Everett Turnpike 7.6 mi 8m
Concord Street 5.4 mi 7m
I 93 5 mi 5m
Antrim Road 0.9 mi 1m
Mammoth Road 0.7 mi 1m
Lake Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 202 — 14.9 mi, about 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Antrim, NH and City of Manchester, NH.

1

Start on this road

213 ft · 17 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn right onto NH 31

13 ft · 7 sec · Main Street
3

Turn sharp left onto US 202

5.4 mi · 7 min · Concord Street
4

Continue on US 202

0.9 mi · 1 min · Antrim Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
5

Take the ramp onto US 202

15 mi · 20 min · US 202
Toward NH 9 Use the straight lane.
6

Merge onto I 89

7.9 mi · 9 min · I 89
7

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
8

Merge onto I 93

5.7 mi · 6 min · Everett Turnpike
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

2.0 mi · 2 min · Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93

5.0 mi · 5 min · I 93
Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 8 Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
12

Turn right onto Bridge Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Bridge Street
13

Turn left onto NH 28A

0.7 mi · 1 min · Mammoth Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Turn right onto Lake Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Lake Avenue
15

Turn left onto Belmont Street

0.2 mi · 58 sec · Belmont Street
16

Turn left onto Summer Street

166 ft · 12 sec · Summer Street
17

Turn left

56 ft · 4 sec
18

Arrive at destination

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Henniker, NH, NH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Henniker, NH

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

Henniker, NH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Weare, NH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Antrim, 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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 42.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | NH 31 / Main Street

At end of road, turn right onto NH 31 / Main Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

6
6.4 mi into trip | ~9m in | US 202

Take the ramp onto US 202 toward NH 9

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward NH 9
6
35.5 mi into trip | ~47m in | I 93 / Everett Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93 / Everett Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
37.4 mi into trip | ~49m in | I 93

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston
6
42.4 mi into trip | ~55m in

Take the exit toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 8 Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.16 one way

$14.33 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 16 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $7.88 $15.76
premium $4.86 $8.52 $17.04
diesel $5.61 $9.83 $19.65

Estimated Tolls: $0.54

Everett Turnpike (7.6 mi) $0.54

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: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13.4 0 $4.67 $2.14
Efficient EV 11.1 0 $3.89 $1.78
EV Truck/SUV 17.8 0 $6.23 $2.85

Gas CO2

16 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (69% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Antrim, NH

Late night in Antrim on Sunday

Local time

12:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Manchester, NH

Late night in City of Manchester on Sunday

Local time

12:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°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

10 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 1m 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?

Expect a drive that prioritizes efficiency, with 80% of your time spent on major highways. You will navigate a combination of US 202, I-89, and the Everett Turnpike to complete your trek. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 14.9-mile segment on US 202, which helps maintain a steady pace early on. As you transition from the local roads onto the larger highway systems, the personality of the drive shifts from a quieter start to a more standard interstate experience. It is a functional route designed to get you to your destination with minimal fuss.

80% 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: 14.9 mi on US 202.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 202 and I 89. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 31 / Main Street.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.5 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (NH 31 / Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.4 miles (US 202): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.5 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

705 ft 258 ft

Total Climb

449 ft

Total Descent

896 ft

Highest Point

705 ft

Elevation Range

447 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Antrim, NH to City of Manchester, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.

Boston

29.2 mi in | ~39m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 44.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 14.9 miles on US 202. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.54 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 City of Manchester, 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: near the start (NH 31 / Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 6.4 miles (US 202): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.5 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Manchester, NH before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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