Manchester, New Hampshire to Waterville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

140.9 miles 226.7 km · straight line
176.1 miles estimated 283.4 km · driving distance
3h 33min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
40° NE bearing direction

How far is Manchester, New Hampshire from Waterville?

The distance from Manchester, New Hampshire to Waterville is 140.9 miles (226.7 km) as the crow flies. Waterville is located NE of Manchester, New Hampshire. By car, the driving distance is approximately 176.1 miles, taking about 3h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Manchester, New Hampshire in New Hampshire and Waterville in Maine.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Manchester, New Hampshire and Waterville. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Manchester, New Hampshire to Waterville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 33min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 16min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 22min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manchester, New Hampshire & Waterville

Quick Facts

Manchester, New Hampshire
43.00°N, 71.45°W
America/New_York
80m elevation
Waterville
44.55°N, 69.63°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 176.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients