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Trip from Hinsdale, 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

2h 4m

Distance

84.2 mi

135 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 56m ★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire

Hinsdale, NH

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city in Greater Manchester, England

City of Manchester, NH

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Trip Overview

This 84.2-mile drive from Hinsdale, NH, to the City of Manchester, NH, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 4 minutes. Operating within New Hampshire, this route offers a mixed driving experience and is well-suited for a single-day excursion, so no overnight stays are necessary. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, it's an economical option for exploring the Northeast region. The journey primarily utilizes Franklin Pierce Highway and NH 9, offering a practical way to get from point A to point B without significant detours or extended travel time. This drive is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground within the state.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

42.1 miles from Hinsdale, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Franklin Pierce Highway 25.3 mi 35m
NH 9 11.5 mi 16m
Route 9 7.9 mi 11m
I 89 7.9 mi 9m
Everett Turnpike 7.6 mi 8m
Keene Road 5.7 mi 8m
I 93 5 mi 5m
Chesterfield Road 4.7 mi 8m
Longest stretch: Franklin Pierce Highway — 25.3 mi, about 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hinsdale, NH and City of Manchester, NH.

1

Start on River Road

38 ft · 1 sec · River Road
2

Turn right onto NH 63; NH 119

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Main Street
3

Turn slight left onto NH 63

4.7 mi · 8 min · Chesterfield Road
4

Continue on NH 63

3.6 mi · 8 min · Route 63
5

Turn right onto NH 9

8.3 mi · 11 min · Franklin Pierce Highway
Use the straight lane.
6

Enter roundabout onto NH 9

135 ft · 2 sec · Franklin Pierce Highway
7

Continue on NH 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · Franklin Pierce Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
8

Turn left onto NH 9; NH 10; NH 12

1.3 mi · 1 min · Route 9
Use the left lane.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto NH 9; NH 10

12 mi · 16 min · NH 9; NH 10
Toward Hillsborough, Henniker Use the slight right lane.
10

Continue on NH 9

6.7 mi · 9 min · Route 9
11

Continue on NH 9

5.7 mi · 8 min · Keene Road
12

Continue on NH 9; NH 31

1.9 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
13

Turn straight onto NH 9

16 mi · 22 min · Franklin Pierce Highway
Use the straight lane.
14

Merge onto I 89

7.9 mi · 9 min · I 89
15

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
16

Merge onto I 93

5.7 mi · 6 min · Everett Turnpike
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

2.0 mi · 2 min · Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork onto I 93

5.0 mi · 5 min · I 93
Toward I 93 South: Salem, Boston Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 8 Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
20

Turn right onto Bridge Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Bridge Street
21

Turn left onto NH 28A

0.7 mi · 1 min · Mammoth Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
22

Turn right onto Lake Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Lake Avenue
23

Turn left onto Belmont Street

0.2 mi · 58 sec · Belmont Street
24

Turn left onto Summer Street

166 ft · 12 sec · Summer Street
25

Turn left

56 ft · 4 sec
26

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour duration, this trip is perfect for a morning departure, allowing ample time to reach Manchester without feeling rushed. You won't need to plan for extensive stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $13 for the entire journey. The longest stretch without a potential stop is 25.3 miles on Franklin Pierce Highway, so ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on that segment. Since it's a single-day drive, you have the flexibility to adjust your timing as needed, making it a stress-free option.

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 42.1 miles from Hinsdale, NH, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.3 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 19 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 42.1 miles or 1h 6m 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 46m

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 Hinsdale, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Hinsdale, NH

This is one driving day of about 84.2 miles and 2h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Hinsdale, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Franklin Pierce Highway for about 25.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Dublin, NH, NH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dublin, NH

42 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

Keene, NH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Deering, NH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.1 miles from Hinsdale, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Tempesta's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Keene, New Hampshire

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 18

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+16033551311

Visit website

Stage Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Keene, New Hampshire

1.1 mi

Brewbakers Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Keene, New Hampshire

0.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Aroma Joe's Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Keene, New Hampshire

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 18

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+16033520233

Visit website

Prime Roast Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Keene, New Hampshire

1.1 mi

Chapters Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Keene, New Hampshire

1 mi

Tempesta's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+16033551311

Visit website

Stage Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm

+16033578389

Visit website

Brewbakers Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+16033578728

Visit website

Pub Restaurant & Caterers

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+16033523135

Visit website

Lindy's Diner

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 6 am–1:45 pm

+16033524273

Visit website

Cotton Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $30 to $50 mile 84.2

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+16036225488

Visit website

Kurama Omakase

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+16033553888

Visit website

Lab'n Lager

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 3 pm–1 am

+16033520028

Aroma Joe's Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+16033520233

Visit website

Prime Roast Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+16033527874

Visit website

Chapters Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 18

Keene, New Hampshire

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16033521558

Visit website

The Porch Cafe & Catering

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6

Brattleboro, Vermont

Hours: Closed

+18025791433

Visit website

Amy's Bakery Arts Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6

Brattleboro, Vermont

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+18022511071

Visit website

Simply Delicious Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 84.2

Bedford, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+16034881988

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 78.2

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 84.2

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 72.2

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 72.2

Hooksett, NH

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 78.2

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18882642208

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 84.2

Manchester, New Hampshire

+18336322778

Visit website

Ford Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 66.1

Bow, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18883571009

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 66.1

Concord, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Pats Peak Ski Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 54.1

Henniker, New Hampshire

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+16034283245

Visit website

Manchester Historic Association's Millyard Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 84.2

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036227531

Visit website

SEE Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 84.2

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036690400

Visit website

Fun City Trampoline Park Goffstown

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 84.2

Goffstown, New Hampshire

Hours: 3–8 pm

+16036068807

Visit website

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 8.6 and 82.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
8.6 mi into trip | ~18m in | NH 9 / Franklin Pierce Highway

Turn right onto NH 9 / Franklin Pierce Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
8
18.9 mi into trip | ~33m in | NH 9; NH 10

Keep slight right at fork onto NH 9; NH 10 toward Hillsborough, Henniker

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Hillsborough, Henniker
6
75.2 mi into trip | ~1h 50m 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
77.1 mi into trip | ~1h 52m 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
82.1 mi into trip | ~1h 58m 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

$13.55 one way

$27.11 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $14.91 $29.83
premium $4.86 $16.12 $32.25
diesel $5.61 $18.59 $37.18

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

$14

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 25.3 0 $8.84 $4.04
Efficient EV 21.1 0 $7.37 $3.37
EV Truck/SUV 33.7 0 $11.79 $5.39

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Hinsdale, NH

Late night in Hinsdale on Sunday

Local time

12:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

37°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

37°F

Dublin, NH

42 mi in

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

24 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

2h 4m 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?

The drive features a 52% highway share, meaning you'll encounter a good balance between faster-paced road sections and more local driving. You'll navigate Franklin Pierce Highway and NH 9, which together make up the bulk of your travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 25.3 miles on Franklin Pierce Highway, providing a solid period of consistent travel. This mixed drive profile suggests a route that isn't entirely monotonous, likely offering some variation in speed and scenery as you progress toward Manchester.

52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.3 mi on Franklin Pierce Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in near NH 9 / Franklin Pierce Highway.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 84.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (NH 9 / Franklin Pierce Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles (NH 9; NH 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.2 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,412 ft 224 ft

Total Climb

1,536 ft

Total Descent

1,502 ft

Highest Point

1,412 ft

~30.1 mi in

Elevation Range

1,188 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Hinsdale, NH and City of Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Hillsborough, Henniker and Boston.

Hillsborough

18.9 mi in | ~33m | via NH 9; NH 10

Henniker

18.9 mi in | ~33m | via NH 9; NH 10

Boston

68.9 mi in | ~1h 42m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 84.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 25.3 miles on Franklin Pierce Highway. 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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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 8.6 miles (NH 9 / Franklin Pierce Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles (NH 9; NH 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.2 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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