Origin
Greenland, NH
Late night in Greenland on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenland, NH to 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
51m
Distance
36.7 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 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenland, NH
Биљана
Manchester, NH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 36.7-mile journey from Greenland, NH, to Manchester, NH, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 51 minutes to complete. The route primarily follows NH 101 and Portsmouth Avenue, with a significant 73% of the drive being on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, this is an economical option for a quick excursion within the Northeast region. You won't need to plan for overnight stays, and with no designated stops, you have complete flexibility on when and where to pause. The overall feel is a practical, highway-focused drive that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 26.4 mi | 30m |
| Portsmouth Avenue | 7.2 mi | 13m |
| Bridge Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| I 93 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Wellington Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Church Lane | <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 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
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridge Street
15
Arrive at destination
Bridge Street
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 36.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.4 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 95 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
$5.91 one way
$11.82 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.50 | $13.00 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.10 | $16.21 |
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 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
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
Manchester, NH
Late night in Manchester on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
20 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 drive that leans heavily towards highway travel, with 73% of the 36.7 miles on faster roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 26.4 miles on NH 101, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of your trip. While the profile is described as highway-focused, transitions between main roads like NH 101, Portsmouth Avenue, and Bridge Street will occur, so remain aware of your surroundings. This route is designed for efficiency rather than winding scenic byways, making it a direct connection between its New Hampshire origins and destination.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 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 9 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 36.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 51m. Total distance: 36.7 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 26.4 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 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 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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