Origin
Plaistow, NH
Late night in Plaistow on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plaistow, 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
47m
Distance
35.3 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plaistow, NH
Roman Biernacki
Manchester, NH
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 35.3-mile drive from Plaistow, NH to Manchester, NH is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 47 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major highways like I-93 and I-495, making it a quick and efficient journey. With a projected fuel cost of around $6, this is an economical option for a short excursion within the Northeast region. The focus is on efficient travel, so expect a highway-focused experience rather than a leisurely scenic tour. This trip is ideal for those needing to cover ground quickly between these two New Hampshire locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 93 | 18.8 mi | 21m |
| I 495 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Loop Connector | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| South Maple Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| I 293 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Willow Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Plaistow Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 93
— 18.8 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plaistow, NH and Manchester, NH.
1
Start on NH 121A
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn slight right onto Hazeltine Street
372 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hazeltine Street
3
Turn left onto NH 125
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Plaistow Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
At end of road, turn left onto MA 125
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 495 South: Lawrence, Lowell
6
Merge onto I 495
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 495
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 105
Toward MA 213: Methuen, Salem New Hampshire, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on MA 213
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Loop Connector
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 1B
Toward I 93 North: Concord New Hampshire
10
Merge onto I 93
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 93
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 93
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto I 293
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 293
Toward I 293 North, NH 101 West: Manchester Airport, Bedford, Manchester
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 1
Toward NH 28
14
Turn right
105 ft
·
3 sec
15
Turn right onto NH 28
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Willow Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto NH 28
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Maple Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Bridge Street
284 ft
·
8 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
18
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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.6 miles from Plaistow, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 11.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward I 495 South: Lawrence, Lowell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 South: Lawrence, Lowell
5
3.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 495
Merge onto I 495
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
7.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward MA 213: Methuen, Salem New Hampshire, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 105
Toward MA 213: Methuen, Salem New Hampshire, Ma...
5
11.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Concord New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 1B
Toward I 93 North: Concord New Hampshire
5
11.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 93
Merge onto I 93
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.68 one way
$11.37 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.25 | $12.51 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.79 | $15.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.69 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Manchester, NH
Late night in Manchester on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Salem, 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
22 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
47m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for about 70% of this journey. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I-93, including an uninterrupted stretch of 18.8 miles. The other main roads, I-495 and the Loop Connector, also contribute to the high-speed character of this route. This isn't a winding country road adventure; it's designed for making good time. The road maintains a consistent, fast-paced feel throughout, so keep your focus on maintaining speed and following the highway signs.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.8 mi on I 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 93 and I 495. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 35.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Plaistow, NH and Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Lowell, Salem New Hampshire, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and Bedford.
Lowell
2.8 mi in
|
~5m
Salem New Hampshire
7.6 mi in
|
~11m
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
7.6 mi in
|
~11m
Bedford
30.3 mi in
|
~39m
|
via I 293
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 35.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.8 miles on I 93. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 2.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (I 495): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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