Origin
Greenland, NH
Late night in Greenland on Sunday
Local time
12:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenland, 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
53m
Distance
37.2 mi
60 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 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenland, NH
Биљана
City of Manchester, NH
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Trip Overview
This 37.2-mile drive from Greenland, NH, to the City of Manchester, NH, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 53 minutes. With 72% of the route on highways, it's designed for efficient travel. Given its short duration and minimal stops, this is an ideal day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $6, making it an economical option for getting between these two New Hampshire locations within the Northeast region. You'll primarily be on NH 101 and Mammoth Road, offering a quick and practical transit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 26.4 mi | 30m |
| Portsmouth Avenue | 7.2 mi | 13m |
| Mammoth Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lake Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| I 93 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Wellington Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Belmont Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 26.4 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenland, NH and City of Manchester, NH.
1
Start on Church Lane
131 ft
·
5 sec
·
Church Lane
2
Continue on Church Lane
138 ft
·
7 sec
·
Church Lane
3
Turn left onto Portsmouth Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Portsmouth Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto NH 33
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Portsmouth Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto NH 108
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Portsmouth Avenue
Toward NH 108 South: Exeter
6
Continue on NH 108
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Portsmouth Avenue
Toward NH 108 South: Exeter
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto NH 101
26 mi
·
30 min
·
NH 101
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 93 North: Concord
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 93
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 93
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 8
Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
12
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
13
Turn straight onto Wellington Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Wellington Road
14
Continue on Bridge Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Bridge Street
15
Turn left onto NH 28A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mammoth Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Avenue
17
Turn left onto Belmont Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Belmont Street
18
Turn left onto Summer Street
166 ft
·
12 sec
·
Summer Street
19
Turn left
56 ft
·
4 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Greenland, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 34.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NH 33 / Portsmouth Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto NH 33 / Portsmouth Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue
Enter roundabout onto NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue toward NH 108 South: Exeter
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward NH 108 South: Exeter
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
34 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Concord
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 93 North: Concord
6
34.8 mi into trip
|
~46m 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
$5.99 one way
$11.98 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.59 | $13.18 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.12 | $14.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.21 | $16.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 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 | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
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
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
60°F
Kensington, NH
19 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m 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 with a strong highway presence, as 72% of this route utilizes high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 26.4 miles, primarily on NH 101, indicating substantial time spent on this main artery. While Portsmouth Avenue and Mammoth Road will offer some variation, the overall character leans towards efficient, faster-paced travel rather than winding, scenic byways. This highway-focused profile means you'll likely experience consistent speeds for much of the journey, making for a predictable driving experience.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.4 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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near NH 33 / Portsmouth Avenue.
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 37.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.5 miles (NH 33 / Portsmouth Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles (NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 37.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.4 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 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: at 0.5 miles (NH 33 / Portsmouth Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles (NH 108 / Portsmouth Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.3 miles: 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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