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Trip from Winchester, 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 49m

Distance

78.3 mi

126 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 42m ★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States

Winchester, NH

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city in Hillsborough County in southern New Hampshire, United States

Manchester, NH

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Winchester to Manchester covers a 78.3-mile span across New Hampshire, typically taking about 1 hour and 49 minutes of driving time. Because this is a relatively short journey, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel for the trip, making this a budget-friendly way to cross the state. Your path will take you along Keene Road, the Franklin Pierce Highway, and the Everett Turnpike. This route offers a straightforward connection between these two New Hampshire hubs, perfect for travelers looking for a reliable, no-fuss commute.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

39.1 miles from Winchester, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keene Road 16.7 mi 24m
Franklin Pierce Highway 16.3 mi 22m
Everett Turnpike 12.5 mi 14m
NH 9 11.5 mi 16m
Route 9 8 mi 11m
I 89 7.9 mi 9m
West Main Street 1.9 mi 2m
West Bridge Street 0.9 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Keene Road — 16.7 mi, about 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Winchester, NH and Manchester, NH.

1

Start on NH 119

45 ft · 4 sec · Richmond Road
2

Turn right onto NH 10

11 mi · 16 min · Keene Road
3

Continue on NH 10

0.8 mi · 1 min · Winchester Street
4

Enter roundabout onto NH 10; NH 12; NH 101

356 ft · 4 sec · State Route 10
Toward NH 10 North, NH 12 North, NH 101 West: Vermont
5

Continue on NH 10; NH 12; NH 101

0.4 mi · 42 sec · State Route 10
Toward NH 10 North, NH 12 North, NH 101 West: Vermont
6

Turn right onto NH 9; NH 10; NH 12

1.3 mi · 2 min · Route 9
7

Keep slight right at fork onto NH 9; NH 10

12 mi · 16 min · NH 9; NH 10
Toward Hillsborough, Henniker Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on NH 9

6.7 mi · 9 min · Route 9
9

Continue on NH 9

5.7 mi · 8 min · Keene Road
10

Continue on NH 9; NH 31

1.9 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
11

Turn straight onto NH 9

16 mi · 22 min · Franklin Pierce Highway
Use the straight lane.
12

Merge onto I 89

7.9 mi · 9 min · I 89
13

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 93 South Toll: Manchester, Boston
14

Merge onto I 93

5.7 mi · 6 min · Everett Turnpike
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 93

2.0 mi · 2 min · Everett Turnpike
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16

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.
17

Take the exit

401 ft · 9 sec
Exit 6 Toward Amoskeag Street, Goffstown Road
18

Keep slight left at fork

192 ft · 11 sec
19

Turn left onto Eddy Road

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Eddy Road
20

Continue on McGregor Street

0.2 mi · 21 sec · McGregor Street
21

Turn left onto West Bridge Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
22

Arrive at destination

Bridge Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever it suits your plans. You don't need to worry about plotting out extensive stops, as the duration is under two hours, allowing you to reach Manchester efficiently. Keep in mind that with roughly half of your drive occurring on highways, you should stay alert for changes in traffic flow as you merge onto the Everett Turnpike. Budgeting $13 for fuel is a safe estimate, but it is always wise to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Winchester to avoid stopping mid-route. This efficient route is best enjoyed by keeping your pace steady and utilizing the highway sections to make up time.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.1 miles from Winchester, NH, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 17 miles or 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 39.1 miles or 58m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manchester, NH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Winchester, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Winchester, NH

This is one driving day of about 78.3 miles and 1h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Winchester, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Keene Road for about 16.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Antrim, NH, NH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Antrim, NH

39 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

Keene, NH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Antrim, NH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39.1 miles from Winchester, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cotton Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manchester, New Hampshire

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $30 to $50 mile 78.3

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+16036225488

Visit website

Cotton Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $30 to $50 mile 78.3

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+16036225488

Visit website

The Windmill Restaurant Inc.

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 61.5

Concord, New Hampshire

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+16032250600

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 72.7

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 67.1

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 67.1

Hooksett, NH

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 72.7

Hooksett, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18882642208

Visit website

Ford Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 61.5

Bow, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18883571009

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 78.3

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 61.5

Concord, New Hampshire

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 78.3

Manchester, New Hampshire

+18336322778

Visit website

Pats Peak Ski Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 50.3

Henniker, New Hampshire

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+16034283245

Visit website

Manchester Historic Association's Millyard Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 78.3

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036227531

Visit website

SEE Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 78.3

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+16036690400

Visit website

Fun City Trampoline Park Goffstown

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 78.3

Goffstown, New Hampshire

Hours: 3–8 pm

+16036068807

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 11.8 and 76.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
11.8 mi into trip | ~18m in | NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10

Enter roundabout onto NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10 toward NH 10 North, NH 12 North, NH 101 West: Vermont

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward NH 10 North, NH 12 North, NH 101 West: V...
8
13.6 mi into trip | ~21m in | NH 9; NH 10

Keep slight right at fork onto NH 9; NH 10 toward Hillsborough, Henniker

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Hillsborough, Henniker
6
69.9 mi into trip | ~1h 38m 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
71.8 mi into trip | ~1h 40m 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
76.7 mi into trip | ~1h 46m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.61 one way

$25.21 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $13.87 $27.74
premium $4.86 $14.99 $29.99
diesel $5.61 $17.29 $34.58

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.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.5 0 $8.22 $3.76
Efficient EV 19.6 0 $6.85 $3.13
EV Truck/SUV 31.3 0 $10.96 $5.01

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Winchester, NH

Night in Winchester on Saturday

Local time

10:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Partly Sunny

S 5 mph 12% chance Live forecast

Destination

Manchester, NH

Night in Manchester on Saturday

Local time

10:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

W 0 to 5 mph 16% chance Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 49m 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 mixed driving experience that transitions from local roads to more structured highway travel. You will encounter a highway share of 52%, balancing rural road navigation with faster-paced transit. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs during the initial 16.7-mile stretch on Keene Road, which sets the tone before you transition onto the Franklin Pierce Highway and eventually the Everett Turnpike. As you progress, the personality of the road shifts from regional connectors to the more efficient highway system. This combination ensures you aren't stuck on a monotonous interstate grind for the entire duration, providing a bit of variety behind the wheel.

52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.7 mi on Keene Road.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

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 11.8 miles in near NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 11.8 miles (NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles (NH 9; NH 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.9 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,271 ft 325 ft

Total Climb

888 ft

Total Descent

1,007 ft

Highest Point

1,271 ft

~22.4 mi in

Elevation Range

946 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Winchester, NH and Manchester, NH, road signs point toward Hillsborough, Henniker, Boston and Nashua.

Hillsborough

13.6 mi in | ~21m | via NH 9; NH 10

Henniker

13.6 mi in | ~21m | via NH 9; NH 10

Boston

63.6 mi in | ~1h 30m

Nashua

71.8 mi in | ~1h 40m | via I 293

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 78.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 16.7 miles on Keene Road. 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 11.8 miles (NH 10; NH 12; NH 101 / State Route 10): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.6 miles (NH 9; NH 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.9 miles (I 93 / Everett Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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