Origin
Newbury, NH
Morning in Newbury on Sunday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newbury, 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
1h 5m
Distance
47.4 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newbury, NH
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Manchester, NH
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Trip Overview
Newbury, NH to Manchester, NH is 47.4 miles and takes about 1h 5m via I 89 and Everett Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within New Hampshire for its entirety, moving from the Northeast region to the same region. It's a straightforward, primarily highway journey perfect for a quick commute or a short day trip. You'll find yourself on well-maintained roads for most of the drive, making for an uncomplicated travel experience. Consider this route when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a lot of fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 89 | 19.8 mi | 23m |
| Everett Turnpike | 12.5 mi | 14m |
| Route 103 | 8.1 mi | 14m |
| State Route 103 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| West Bridge Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Eddy Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| McGregor Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| State Route 103A | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 89
— 19.8 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newbury, NH and Manchester, NH.
1
Start on NH 103A
143 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Route 103A
2
At end of road, turn left onto NH 103
8.1 mi
·
14 min
·
Route 103
3
Continue on NH 103
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 103
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
5
Merge onto I 89
20 mi
·
23 min
·
I 89
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
7
Merge onto I 93
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Everett Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 93
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 293
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Everett Turnpike
Toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
401 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 6
Toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
11
Keep slight left at fork
192 ft
·
11 sec
12
Turn left onto Eddy Road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Eddy Road
13
Continue on McGregor Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
McGregor Street
14
Turn left onto West Bridge Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
Bridge Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from Newbury, 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 32.8 and 46 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
32.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
6
39 mi into trip
|
~53m 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
41 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
I 293 / Everett Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 293 / Everett Turnpike toward I 293 South: Manchester, Nashua
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 293 South: Manchester, Nashua
6
45.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
5
46 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.63 one way
$15.26 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.40 | $16.79 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.08 | $18.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.47 | $20.93 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.88
Everett Turnpike
(7.6 mi)
$0.54
Everett Turnpike
(4.9 mi)
$0.34
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Morning in Manchester on Sunday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Warner, NH
24 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 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 5m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend the bulk of your time on I 89 and the Everett Turnpike. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is 19.8 miles on I 89, offering a consistent driving experience. Expect smooth sailing on these well-traveled highways, designed for efficient travel between these two New Hampshire points. The character remains largely consistent, emphasizing speed and directness over winding backroads.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.8 mi on I 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 32.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.4 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 32.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Newbury, NH and Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Boston and Nashua.
Boston
32.8 mi in
|
~45m
Nashua
41 mi in
|
~56m
|
via I 293
Discover Along the Route
Interesting stops within a short detour of your drive.
Restoration Cafe
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 47.4
Manchester, NH
Hours: Tu-Su 08:00-16:00
Visit websiteEveryday Café
Cafe
Around the midpoint, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 21.1
Contoocook, NH
The Bakeshop On Kelley Street Cafe
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
mile 47.4
Aroma Joe's
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
mile 42.2
Hooksett, NH
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Revelstoke Coffee
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
mile 31.6
Concord, NH
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Sa 07:00-13:00; Su 08:00-12:00
Visit websiteGibson's Cafe
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
mile 31.6
Concord, NH
Hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-16:00; Sa 09:00-16:00; Su 10...
Bubba's Bar & Grille
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Newbury, NH
Cuisine: burger;pizza;american;seafood
Visit websiteDunkin'
Fast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
mile 36.9
Bow, NH
Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Su 04:00-22:00
Visit websiteNewbury Deli
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Newbury, NH
Cuisine: italian;panini;dessert
Visit websitePizza Chef
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 5.3
Bradford, NH
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Mo-Th 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00; Su...
Visit websiteDunkin' Donuts
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 5.3
Bradford, NH
Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Su 05:00-20:00
Visit websiteThe Gyro Spot
Fast_food
Near the end, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 47.4
Manchester, NH
Cuisine: greek
Hours: Tu-Sa 11:00-21:00
Visit websiteEagles Nest
Viewpoint
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
White Cliff overlook
Viewpoint
Near the start, short detour
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Manchester Junior Soccer League West
Park
Near the end, short detour
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
mile 47.4
Spacious Skies French Pond
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
3.2 mi from route
~8 min detour
mile 21.1
Henniker, NH
Visit websitePearl Street School (former)
Yes
Near the end, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 47.4
Old Derryfield Center
Monument
Near the end, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 47.4
William H Long Memorial
Yes
Around the midpoint, short detour
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
mile 26.4
NH
Little Nature Museum
Museum
Around the midpoint, short detour
1.8 mi from route
~4 min detour
mile 21.1
NH
Visit websitePvt. John Henry Sweeney Memorial
Monument
Near the end, short detour
1.4 mi from route
~3 min detour
mile 47.4
Pembroke Spartan
Artwork
Later in the drive, short detour
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
mile 36.9
The Lake Inn at Mt. Sunapee
Motel
Near the start, short detour
1.9 mi from route
~5 min detour
Newbury, NH
Spacious Skies French Pond
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
3.2 mi from route
~8 min detour
mile 21.1
Henniker, NH
Visit websitePoints of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 47.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m 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 19.8 miles on I 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.88 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 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 32.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41 miles (I 293 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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