Origin
Lebanon, NH
Late night in Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
12:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lebanon, 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
1h 29m
Distance
72.5 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lebanon, NH
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City of Manchester, NH
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 72.5-mile drive from Lebanon, NH to the City of Manchester, NH is easily accomplished in about 1 hour and 29 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. Primarily utilizing I-89 and the Everett Turnpike (which includes I-93), this route is almost entirely highway, offering a quick and efficient journey within the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, it's an economical option for getting between these two New Hampshire cities. The drive is designed for speed and directness, with no recommended overnight stops needed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 55.9 mi | 1h 4m |
| Everett Turnpike | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| I 93 | 5 mi | 5m |
| Hanover Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mammoth Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lake Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Belmont Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Park Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 55.9 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon, NH and City of Manchester, NH.
1
Start on US 4
296 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Park Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 4
134 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Park Street
3
Continue on East Park Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East Park Street
4
Turn straight
217 ft
·
7 sec
5
Turn right onto US 4
62 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Park Street
6
Turn right onto US 4
296 ft
·
10 sec
·
Hanover Street
7
Continue on NH 120
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Hanover Street
8
Continue on NH 120
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Hanover Street
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 89 South, NH 10 South
10
Merge onto I 89; NH 10
56 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 89; NH 10
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
12
Merge onto I 93
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Everett Turnpike
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
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.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
16
Turn right onto Bridge Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bridge Street
17
Turn left onto NH 28A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mammoth Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Lake Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Avenue
19
Turn left onto Belmont Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Belmont Street
20
Turn left onto Summer Street
166 ft
·
12 sec
·
Summer Street
21
Turn left
56 ft
·
4 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Lebanon, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 70.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 4 / East Park Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 4 / East Park Street
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 89 South, NH 10 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 South, NH 10 South
6
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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
65.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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
70.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m 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
$11.67 one way
$23.34 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.84 | $25.68 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.88 | $27.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.01 | $32.01 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$1
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.61 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.15 | $4.64 |
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.
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
36°F
Newmarket, NH
36 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
25 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 29m 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 for 95% of this trip. You'll spend the majority of your time on interstates, including a significant 55.9-mile stretch on I-89. The road is characterized by its consistent, high-speed nature, designed for covering distance efficiently. While the route is predominantly interstate, it connects you directly from one urban center to another, prioritizing transit over extensive scenic detours. The primary roads, I-89, Everett Turnpike, and I-93, are well-maintained and familiar to many drivers.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.9 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 89 and Everett Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 4 / East Park Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.5 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.1 miles (US 4 / East Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.4 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Lebanon, NH to City of Manchester, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
57.1 mi in
|
~1h 7m
About the Cities
Starting in Lebanon, NH
Full guide →Lebanon is a city in New Hampshire.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 72.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.9 miles on I 89. 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: at 0.1 miles (US 4 / East Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.4 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.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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