Origin
Kensington, NH
Late night in Kensington on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kensington, 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
48m
Distance
32.9 mi
53 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kensington, NH
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Manchester, NH
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Trip Overview
This 32.9-mile drive from Kensington, NH to Manchester, NH is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 48 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with a projected fuel cost of around $5. You'll primarily travel on NH 101 and Amesbury Road/Epping Road. Given its short distance and efficient path, this drive offers a practical and quick connection within the Northeast region, making it ideal for those needing to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 23.6 mi | 27m |
| Amesbury Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Epping Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Court Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Bridge Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Lincoln Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Pine Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| I 93 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NH 101
— 23.6 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kensington, NH and Manchester, NH.
1
Start on Trundlebed Lane
202 ft
·
11 sec
·
Trundlebed Lane
2
Turn left onto NH 150
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Amesbury Road
3
Turn slight right onto NH 108
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Haverhill Road
4
Continue on NH 108
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Court Street
5
Turn left onto Pine Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Pine Street
6
Turn left onto NH 111
312 ft
·
12 sec
·
Front Street
7
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto NH 27
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on NH 27
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Epping Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto NH 101
24 mi
·
27 min
·
NH 101
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 93 North: Concord
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 93
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 93
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 8
Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
15
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
16
Turn straight onto Wellington Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Wellington Road
17
Continue on Bridge Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Bridge Street
18
Arrive at destination
Bridge Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Kensington, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 4 and 31 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
NH 111 / Front Street
Turn left onto NH 111 / Front Street
Navigation decision point
7
4.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
NH 27 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto NH 27 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
6.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
30.2 mi into trip
|
~42m 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
31 mi into trip
|
~43m 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
$5.30 one way
$10.59 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.83 | $11.65 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
58°F
Exeter, NH
16 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
22 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
48m 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 on this 48-minute journey, with 73% of the drive taking place on higher-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.6 miles along NH 101. While the majority of the route utilizes main roads like NH 101, Amesbury Road, and Epping Road, the character leans towards efficient travel rather than scenic exploration. You'll likely experience a consistent driving pace for most of the trip, making it a smooth commute.
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: 23.6 mi on NH 101.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH 101 and Amesbury Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near NH 111 / Front 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 32.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 4 miles (NH 111 / Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (NH 27 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 32.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m 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 23.6 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 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 4 miles (NH 111 / Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (NH 27 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 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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