Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
18.2 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bow, NH
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City of Manchester, NH
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Embark on a short, efficient journey from Bow, NH to the City of Manchester, NH, covering just 18.2 miles and taking approximately 27 minutes. This drive is a prime example of a single-day trip, easily completed within a few hours. With a fuel cost estimated at around $3, it's an economical option for getting between these two New Hampshire locations. The route is predominantly highway-focused, making it a straightforward and quick transit. Since you'll be staying within the Northeast region and the state of New Hampshire, you won't experience significant regional changes, but you will be moving from a more rural setting into a more urban one.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Turnpike | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| I 93 | 5 mi | 5m |
| Bow Center Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Logging Hill Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Mammoth Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lake Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Belmont Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bow, NH and City of Manchester, NH.
Start on White Rock Hill Road
Turn sharp right onto Branch Londonderry Turnpike West
Turn left onto Bow Center Road
Continue on Logging Hill Road
Take the ramp
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
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp right onto Branch Londonderry Turnpike West
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Take the exit toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
Regular Gas
$2.93 one way
$5.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.22 | $6.45 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.49 | $6.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.02 | $8.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$1
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Morning in Bow on Sunday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in City of Manchester on Sunday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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 route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the journey taking place on high-speed roads. You'll experience stretches on the Everett Turnpike and I-93, offering a consistent, fast-paced experience. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 7.6 miles on the Everett Turnpike, allowing for a good rhythm behind the wheel. While primarily highway, the drive begins and ends with local road segments, including Bow Center Road, offering a brief transition into and out of the more urban environment of Manchester. Expect a smooth, direct drive with minimal interruptions.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Everett Turnpike and I 93. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Branch Londonderry Turnpike West.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 18.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 27m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Branch Londonderry Turnpike West): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.2 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bow, NH to City of Manchester, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 18.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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