Connecting the quiet charm of Claremont to the bustling energy of Manchester, this 71.3-mile trip is a straightforward journey across New Hampshire. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 36 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With fuel costs estimated at $11, it is an economical route that requires no overnight stops to complete comfortably. The drive primarily utilizes NH 11 and the Everett Turnpike, ensuring a consistent pace throughout the Northeast corridor. Whether you are heading to the city for business or a change of scenery, the trip is efficient and easy to manage in one go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.7 miles from Claremont, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NH 11
32.3 mi
37m
State Route 11
9.4 mi
14m
Everett Turnpike
7.6 mi
8m
I 93
5 mi
5m
John Stark Highway
4.6 mi
5m
Sunapee Street
2.8 mi
6m
I 89
2.6 mi
3m
Washington Street
2.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
NH 11
— 32.3 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Claremont, NH and City of Manchester, NH.
1
Start on Front Street
238 ft·12 sec·Front Street
2
Turn right onto Elm Street
354 ft·15 sec·Elm Street
3
Turn left onto NH 12; NH 103
0.5 mi·33 sec·Main Street
4
Turn left onto NH 11; NH 12; NH 103
195 ft·2 sec·Opera House Square
5
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 11; NH 103
0.1 mi·12 sec·Broad Street
6
Continue on NH 11; NH 103
426 ft·9 sec·Broad Street
7
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 11; NH 103
0.2 mi·15 sec·Broad Street
8
Continue on NH 11; NH 103
2.3 mi·2 min·Washington Street
9
Continue on NH 11; NH 103
2.3 mi·2 min·State Route 11
10
Continue on NH 11; NH 103
4.6 mi·5 min·John Stark Highway
11
Continue on NH 11; NH 103
0.2 mi·14 sec·Elm Street
12
Continue on Maple Street
0.3 mi·40 sec·Maple Street
13
Turn left onto Cross Street
472 ft·21 sec·Cross Street
14
Turn right onto Canal Street
0.1 mi·26 sec·Canal Street
15
Turn right onto NH 11; NH 103
2.8 mi·6 min·Sunapee Street
16
Turn straight onto NH 11
2.5 mi·4 min·State Route 11
17
Continue on NH 11
0.4 mi·59 sec·Route 11
18
Continue on NH 11
4.7 mi·7 min·State Route 11
19
Take the exit onto NH 11
32 mi·37 min·NH 11
20
Continue on I 89
2.6 mi·3 min·I 89
21
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
22
Merge onto I 93
5.7 mi·6 min·Everett Turnpike
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
2.0 mi·2 min·Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 93
5.0 mi·5 min·I 93
Toward I 93 South: Salem, BostonUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 8Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
26
Turn right onto Bridge Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·Bridge Street
27
Turn left onto NH 28A
0.7 mi·1 min·Mammoth Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·Lake Avenue
29
Turn left onto Belmont Street
0.2 mi·58 sec·Belmont Street
30
Turn left onto Summer Street
166 ft·12 sec·Summer Street
31
Turn left
56 ft·4 sec
32
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid potential traffic near Manchester. You should easily complete the drive in one sitting, as there are no mandatory stops required to finish the 71.3-mile distance. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind before you head out, as topping off your tank in Claremont is a smart way to start your journey with peace of mind. Because the majority of your travel is on highways, stay alert for shifting speed limits as you move from the initial NH 11 segments onto the Everett Turnpike. Embracing the direct nature of this route allows you to maximize your time once you arrive at your destination.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 35.7 miles from Claremont, NH, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.3 miles.
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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.7 miles or 50m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Manchester, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Claremont, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Claremont, NH
This is one driving day of about 71.3 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Claremont, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NH 11 for about 32.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 69.2 — 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|Elm Street
Turn right onto Elm Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|NH 11; NH 103 / Broad Street
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 11; NH 103 / Broad Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
62.3 mi into trip|~1h 22m 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
64.2 mi into trip|~1h 24m 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
69.2 mi into trip|~1h 30m 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
$11.48 one way
$22.96 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$12.63
$25.26
premium
$4.86
$13.65
$27.31
diesel
$5.61
$15.74
$31.48
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.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.4
0
$7.49
$3.42
Efficient EV
17.8
0
$6.24
$2.85
EV Truck/SUV
28.5
0
$9.98
$4.56
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Claremont, NH
Late night
in Claremont on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
City of Manchester, NH
Late night
in City of Manchester on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Chance Rain Showers
SW 15 mph26% chanceLive forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
18 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 36m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of inspiration. Discover the history behind the capt...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive is designed for those who value efficiency, with 80% of your travel occurring on higher-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 32.3 miles along NH 11. While the route transitions from the state roads of the Claremont area onto the faster Everett Turnpike, the transition remains smooth and predictable. Expect a functional, steady experience rather than a winding backroads adventure. Behind the wheel, you will find the road conditions reliable for a quick transit between these two New Hampshire hubs.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.3 mi on NH 11.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 11 and State Route 11. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Elm Street.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.3 miles you will encounter 19 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 (Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (NH 11; NH 103 / Broad Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 62.3 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,292 ft258 ft
Total Climb
1,198 ft
Total Descent
1,447 ft
Highest Point
1,292 ft
~16.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,034 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 Claremont, NH to City of Manchester, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
56 mi in|~1h 14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 71.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.3 miles on NH 11. 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 (Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (NH 11; NH 103 / Broad Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 62.3 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Manchester, NH before heading back.
