Manchester to Bartlett is 111.7 miles and takes about 2 hours 28 minutes via Styles Bridges Highway and Kancamagus Highway, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New Hampshire, taking you from the Northeast region of the state to another part of the Northeast. Expect a local feel with frequent turns, making it more of an engaging journey than a simple point-to-point commute. It's a manageable, single-day trip that offers a bit more interaction with the road than a typical interstate drive, perfect if you prefer a route with some dynamic changes.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.9 miles from Manchester, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, NH and Bartlett, NH.
1
Start on Bridge Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto US 3
0.6 mi·1 min·Elm Street
3
Turn left onto West Salmon Street
0.2 mi·17 sec·West Salmon Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on Amoskeag Bridge
0.2 mi·22 sec·Amoskeag Bridge
5
Continue on Amoskeag Street
0.2 mi·21 sec·Amoskeag Street
6
Enter roundabout
179 ft·3 sec
7
Continue
0.3 mi·32 sec
8
Merge onto I 293; NH 3A
5.2 mi·6 min·Everett Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
10 mi·12 min·Everett Turnpike
10
Continue on I 93
17 mi·19 min·Styles Bridges Highway
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Continue on I 93
0.7 mi·46 sec·Sen Styles Bridges Highway
12
Continue on I 93
45 mi·48 min·Styles Bridges Highway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 32Toward NH 112: North Woodstock, Lincoln
14
Turn left onto NH 112
275 ft·16 sec·Kancamagus Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on NH 112
1.3 mi·3 min·Main Street
16
Continue on NH 112
22 mi·36 min·Kancamagus Highway
17
Turn left onto Bear Notch Road
8.9 mi·16 min·Bear Notch Road
18
Turn left onto US 302
63 ft·2 sec·Main Street
19
Turn right
106 ft·7 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 28-minute duration, this is a comfortable one-day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Plan your fuel stops strategically, especially considering the longest stretch is over 60 miles. While there are no specific stops noted, keep an eye on your fuel gauge. The "turn-heavy" nature of the route means paying attention to navigation will be key, so ensure your GPS is set up before you leave Manchester. The $18 fuel cost is a good estimate for budgeting this 111.7-mile journey.
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 55.9 miles from Manchester, NH, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.6 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 25 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.9 miles or 1h 4m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartlett, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manchester, 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 Manchester, NH
This is one driving day of about 111.7 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Manchester, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Styles Bridges Highway for about 61.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 79.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Bridge Street
Depart onto Bridge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in|West Salmon Street
Turn left onto West Salmon Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip|~3m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
79.4 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward NH 112: North Woodstock, Lincoln
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 32
Toward NH 112: North Woodstock, Lincoln
5
79.7 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|NH 112 / Kancamagus Highway
Turn left onto NH 112 / Kancamagus Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.98 one way
$35.96 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$19.78
$39.57
premium
$4.86
$21.39
$42.78
diesel
$5.61
$24.66
$49.32
Estimated Tolls: $1.07
Everett Turnpike
(10.2 mi)$0.71
Everett Turnpike
(5.2 mi)$0.36
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
$18
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.5
0
$11.73
$5.36
Efficient EV
27.9
0
$9.77
$4.47
EV Truck/SUV
44.7
0
$15.64
$7.15
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Manchester, NH
Night
in Manchester on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bartlett, NH
Night
in Bartlett on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Lincoln, NH
56 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
9 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 28m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized by its "turn-heavy local drive" profile, meaning you'll encounter more frequent changes in direction and road type. While only 14% of the route is on highways, the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 61.6 miles on Styles Bridges Highway. This suggests a significant portion of the drive will be on more local roads, offering a more intimate driving experience. You'll likely transition between faster highway sections and slower, more winding local roads as you progress toward Bartlett.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.6 mi on Styles Bridges Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Bridge Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 28m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (West Salmon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Manchester, NH to Bartlett, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Lincoln along the way.
Lincoln
79.4 mi in|~1h 30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 111.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 61.6 miles on Styles Bridges Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.07 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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: near the start (Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (West Salmon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bartlett, NH before heading back.
