Origin
Peterborough, NH
Morning in Peterborough on Tuesday
Local time
6:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peterborough, NH to Manchester, NH
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peterborough, NH
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Manchester, NH
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Trip Overview
Connecting Peterborough to Manchester, this 36.1-mile drive is a straightforward transit across New Hampshire. You can expect to spend about 52 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $6, the route is highly economical. You will navigate via Wilton Road, Gibbons Highway, and Elm Street to reach your destination. Because both cities are located within the Northeast region, you will remain in a familiar New England environment for the entirety of the journey. It is a practical, efficient connection for those moving between these two Granite State hubs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 101 | 11.3 mi | 16m |
| Gibbons Highway | 9.3 mi | 14m |
| NH 101 | 6.4 mi | 10m |
| Wilton Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Boynton Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| Elm Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Bridge Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 101
— 11.3 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peterborough, NH and Manchester, NH.
1
Start on NH 101
69 ft
·
4 sec
·
Peterborough Bypass
2
Continue on NH 101
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Wilton Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on NH 101
9.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Gibbons Highway
4
Continue on NH 101
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Elm Street
5
Turn right onto NH 101
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Route 101
6
Continue on NH 101
6.4 mi
·
10 min
·
NH 101
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on Boynton Street
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Boynton Street
8
Turn slight right onto South Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
9
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Main Street
10
Continue on McGregor Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
McGregor Street
11
Turn right onto West Bridge Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Bridge Street
12
Arrive at destination
Bridge Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Peterborough, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.83 one way
$11.66 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.41 | $12.82 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Tuesday
Local time
6:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
W 0 to 5 mph
16% chance
Live forecast
61°F
Milford, NH
18 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
59m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than lulled by a monotonous interstate grind. With a 0% highway share, you will spend the entire trip navigating surface roads rather than fast-paced, multi-lane expressways. The transition from Peterborough through the local road network requires your full attention, as the route lacks long, uninterrupted stretches. You will experience a constant change of pace as you transition from the smaller roads of Peterborough onto Gibbons Highway and eventually into the urban flow of Elm Street. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over speed.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.3 mi on State Route 101.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Peterborough, NH to Manchester, NH is easy. At 59m with 49% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Peterborough, NH to Manchester, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Starting in Peterborough, NH
Full guide →Peterborough is a village in New Hampshire. It was founded in 1760 and has about 6,300 residents.
Arriving in Manchester, NH
Full guide →Manchester is in New Hampshire, USA. The state's largest city has enjoyed a renaissance over the past several years. Once home to the largest textiles facility in the world, the area has a vibrant and largely service-oriented economy. It is home to several educational institutions, including Southern New Hampshire University and St. Anselm College. In 2020, it was home to 116,000 people.
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 59m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.3 miles on State Route 101. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Peterborough, NH to Manchester, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
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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