Origin
Manchester, NH
Night in Manchester on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manchester, NH to Lebanon, 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 27m
Distance
71.8 mi
116 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 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manchester, NH
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Lebanon, NH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Manchester to Lebanon, you can expect a straightforward 71.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, making it an efficient way to traverse the New Hampshire landscape. You will primarily utilize the Everett Turnpike and I-89 to complete the transit, with a small portion of local driving on Hanover Street. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct run. Since both cities are located within the Northeast, the trip provides a consistent regional feel without major shifts in climate or terrain. It is an ideal connection if you need to get between these two points quickly and reliably.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 56.1 mi | 1h 5m |
| Everett Turnpike | 12.1 mi | 14m |
| Hanover Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Elm Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Salmon Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Amoskeag Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Amoskeag Bridge | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 56.1 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, NH and Lebanon, 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
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Everett Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 89
56 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 89
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 18
Toward NH 120: Lebanon, Hanover
14
Turn left onto NH 120
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Hanover Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto NH 120
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hanover Street
16
Arrive at destination
US 4
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 35.9 miles from Manchester, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 70.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
5
13.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junctio...
8
14.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junctio...
6
70.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward NH 120: Lebanon, Hanover
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18
Toward NH 120: Lebanon, Hanover
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.56 one way
$23.12 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.72 | $25.44 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.75 | $27.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.85 | $31.71 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.85
Everett Turnpike
(7 mi)
$0.49
Everett Turnpike
(5.2 mi)
$0.36
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: 25.1 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 | 21.5 | 0 | $7.54 | $3.45 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.28 | $2.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.05 | $4.60 |
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
Lebanon, NH
Night in Lebanon on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°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
2 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
1h 27m 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?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 95% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythmic pace early on, as the route features a substantial 56.1-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-89. While the transition from the Everett Turnpike to the interstate keeps the drive moving efficiently, do not expect much variety in terms of technical road types. The experience is largely defined by the steady, predictable nature of New Hampshire’s major highway arteries. Expect a focused, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and directness over winding backroads.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.1 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 1 miles in near West Salmon Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 1 miles (West Salmon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,388 ft
254 ft
Total Climb
1,682 ft
Total Descent
1,346 ft
Highest Point
1,388 ft
~62.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,134 ft
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 Manchester, NH to Lebanon, NH, road signs begin pointing toward White River Junction Vermont along the way.
White River Junction Vermont
13.9 mi in
|
~18m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 27m. Total distance: 71.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m 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 56.1 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.85 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 Lebanon, 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 1 miles (West Salmon Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Lebanon, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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