Keene, NH Road Trips

With 10 routes heading out and 12 heading in, Keene, NH works well as a modest departure point in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 87 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Keene, NH spread mainly east and north, covering a wide geographic range.

Downtown Keene, NH, NH

Photo: Andrea Davis

Trip Routes

22

Longest Drive

135.1 mi

North Conway, NH

Quickest Drive

13m

West Swanzey, NH

Plan Around Keene, NH

Trips from Keene, NH

Driving from Keene, NH

Expect an average of 87 miles and about 2h 8m behind the wheel when leaving Keene, NH. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 135 miles (3h 23m), while the shortest is just 40 miles.

Popular Destinations

Top road trip destinations from Keene, NH are North Conway, NH (134.7 mi, 3h 23m), Lisbon, NH (114.5 mi, 2h 21m), Rollinsford, NH (96 mi, 2h 28m), East Kingston, NH (92.2 mi, 2h 6m), and Bristol, NH (89.8 mi, 2h 1m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in NH currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 87-mile trip from Keene, NH, budget about $13 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 10 mapped routes leaving Keene, NH and 12 routes heading into Keene, NH, covering 22 total connections. Distances range from 40 to 135 miles.

The longest mapped route from Keene, NH covers 135 miles and takes approximately 3h 23m. Shorter options start at just 40 miles.

The average route from Keene, NH runs about 87 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 8m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 87-mile trip from Keene, NH costs roughly $13 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Keene, NH include North Conway, NH, Lisbon, NH, Rollinsford, NH and East Kingston, NH. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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