Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
17 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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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Mont Vernon, NH
Andrea Davis
Manchester, NH to Mont Vernon, NH is 17 miles and takes about 33m via NH 101, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New Hampshire, making it a convenient option for a quick excursion. The route offers a mix of driving experiences, transitioning from highway to surface roads. It's ideal if you're looking for a straightforward drive with minimal time commitment, perfect for a same-day outing.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| Old Amherst Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Boynton Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Bridge Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| New Boston Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Old Mont Vernon Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Jones Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, NH and Mont Vernon, NH.
Start on Bridge Street
Turn left onto McGregor Street
Continue on Main Street
Turn right onto Boynton Street
Continue on NH 101
Continue on NH 101
Turn right onto Blueberry Hill Road
Turn right onto Bayberry Drive
Turn right onto Blueberry Hill Road
Turn left onto Dodge Road
Continue on Jones Road
At end of road, turn right onto New Boston Road
Turn left onto Old Mont Vernon Road
Continue on Old Amherst Road
Turn left onto NH 13
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Depart onto Bridge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto McGregor Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Blueberry Hill Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Bayberry Drive
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto New Boston Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.74 one way
$5.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.01 | $6.02 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.26 | $6.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.75 | $7.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Manchester on Sunday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Cloudy then Areas Of Fog
Destination
Morning in Mont Vernon on Sunday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is about 52% highway, with the longest continuous stretch on NH 101 covering 8.8 miles. You'll experience a blend of faster highway cruising and slower surface road driving. Expect the highway portion to conclude as you approach your destination, shifting to local roads like Old Amherst Road and Boynton Street. The transition from the relatively open highway to more developed surface streets is a noticeable change.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Bridge Street.
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 17 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: near the start (Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (McGregor Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles (Blueberry Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 17 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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