Boston, Massachusetts to Manchester, New Hampshire: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Manchester, New Hampshire?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Manchester, New Hampshire is 48.3 miles (77.7 km) as the crow flies. Manchester, New Hampshire is located NNW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 52.7 miles, taking about 1h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Manchester, New Hampshire in New Hampshire.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Manchester, New Hampshire. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.