Origin
City of Manchester, NH
Late night in City of Manchester on Sunday
Local time
12:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Manchester, NH to Greenland, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
36.5 mi
59 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Manchester, NH
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Greenland, NH
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Trip Overview
This 36.5-mile drive from the City of Manchester, NH, to Greenland, NH, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 51 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, with a modest fuel cost estimated at $6. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B within the Northeast region. You'll spend most of your time on NH 101, offering a consistent driving experience. Given its short duration, this trip allows for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 26.6 mi | 31m |
| Portsmouth Avenue | 7.2 mi | 13m |
| Hanover Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Spruce Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lake Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Belmont Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Tarrytown Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Church Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 26.6 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Manchester, NH and Greenland, NH.
1
Start on this road
56 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Summer Street
166 ft
·
9 sec
·
Summer Street
3
Turn right onto Belmont Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Belmont Street
4
Turn left onto Massabesic Street
203 ft
·
17 sec
·
Massabesic Street
5
Turn sharp right onto Spruce Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Spruce Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto Tarrytown Road
292 ft
·
10 sec
·
Tarrytown Road
7
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Lake Avenue
8
Turn straight onto Hanover Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hanover Street
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward NH 101 East
10
Merge onto NH 101
27 mi
·
31 min
·
NH 101
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 11
Toward NH 108: Stratham, Exeter
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
485 ft
·
13 sec
Use the left lane.
13
Turn straight onto NH 108
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Portsmouth Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto NH 33
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Portsmouth Avenue
Toward NH 33 East: Greenland, Portsmouth
15
Continue on NH 33
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Portsmouth Avenue
Toward NH 33 East: Greenland, Portsmouth
16
Continue on Portsmouth Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Portsmouth Avenue
Use the right lane.
17
Turn right onto Church Lane
269 ft
·
11 sec
·
Church Lane
18
Arrive at destination
Church Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from City of Manchester, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 31.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Summer Street
Turn right onto Summer Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Belmont Street
Turn right onto Belmont Street
Navigation decision point
8
28.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward NH 108: Stratham, Exeter
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11
Toward NH 108: Stratham, Exeter
6
29.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
31.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
NH 33 / Portsmouth Avenue
Enter roundabout onto NH 33 / Portsmouth Avenue toward NH 33 East: Greenland, Portsmouth
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NH 33 East: Greenland, Portsmouth
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.88 one way
$11.75 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.47 | $12.93 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.99 | $13.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.83 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Greenland, NH
Late night in Greenland on Sunday
Local time
12:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Kensington, NH
18 mi in
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
51m 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 highway-focused experience for 73% of this 36.5-mile journey. The main artery for this drive is NH 101, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 26.6 miles. This section will feel like a steady cruise, allowing you to maintain a consistent speed. As you progress, you'll transition onto Portsmouth Avenue and then Hanover Street, which will offer a slight change in scenery and pace as you approach your destination. The overall character is one of efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
73% 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: 26.6 mi on NH 101.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 101 and Portsmouth Avenue. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Summer Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 36.5 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 (Summer Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Belmont Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between City of Manchester, NH and Greenland, NH, road signs point toward Exeter and Portsmouth.
Exeter
28.9 mi in
|
~36m
Portsmouth
31.4 mi in
|
~42m
|
via NH 33
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 36.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.6 miles on NH 101. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Greenland, 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 (Summer Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Belmont Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Greenland, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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