Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
44.2 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
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.
Rollinsford, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Manchester, NH
Wikimedia Commons
If you are planning a trip from Rollinsford to Manchester, you are looking at a manageable 44.2-mile journey across New Hampshire. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 7 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is as economical as it is efficient. Navigating through the Northeast, the drive transitions from the smaller-town feel of Rollinsford toward the more urban environment of Manchester. Because of the short duration, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics. It is a straightforward trip that fits easily into a morning or afternoon schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH 101 | 18.4 mi | 21m |
| Calef Highway | 9.6 mi | 14m |
| Portland Avenue | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Knox Marsh Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Concord Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Lee Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Bridge Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Turtle Pond Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Rollinsford, NH and Manchester, NH.
Start on Railroad Avenue
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto Foundry Street
At end of road, turn left onto Silver Street
Keep slight right at fork onto Short Street
Turn right onto NH 4
Keep slight right at fork onto NH 4
Turn right onto NH 4
Turn left onto NH 4
Turn left onto NH 4; NH 9; NH 108
Turn right onto Hale Street
Turn left onto Locust Street
Turn right onto NH 9
Enter roundabout onto NH 9
Continue on NH 9
Continue on NH 155
Continue on NH 155
Continue on NH 155
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 4
Enter roundabout onto NH 125
Continue on NH 125
Take the exit
Merge onto NH 101
Take the exit
Merge onto I 93
Take the exit
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto Wellington Road
Continue on Bridge Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Rollinsford, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 42.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto Silver Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto Short Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Enter roundabout onto NH 9 / Knox Marsh Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit toward I 93 North: Concord
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Wellington Road, Bridge Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$7.12 one way
$14.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.83 | $15.66 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.46 | $16.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Late night in Rollinsford on Sunday
Local time
4:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Manchester on Sunday
Local time
4:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
53°F
Barrington, NH
22 mi in
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 offers a mixed-road experience, balancing local routes with faster highway travel. You will spend about 43% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of NH 101, Calef Highway, and Portland Avenue to reach your destination. You can anticipate your longest uninterrupted stretch to occur on NH 101, covering 18.4 miles of the total distance. The transition between these road types keeps the drive from feeling monotonous, shifting from more localized traffic patterns to sustained highway cruising. Expect a practical, utilitarian road experience that prioritizes steady progress over scenic winding paths.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Silver Street.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.2 miles you will encounter 23 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 0.8 miles (Silver Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Short Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 5.9 miles (NH 9 / Knox Marsh Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
470 ft
Total Descent
323 ft
Highest Point
458 ft
~34.7 mi in
Elevation Range
393 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 44.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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