Trip from Keene, NH to Littleton, NH

Drive Time

2h 39m

Distance

125.3 mi

202 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min

4 AM

2h 29m ★

6 AM

2h 39m

8 AM

3h 0m

10 AM

2h 47m

12 PM

2h 45m

3 PM

2h 48m

5 PM

2h 59m

8 PM

2h 33m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Keene, NH to Littleton, NH covers 125.3 miles and takes about 2h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 91, NH 12, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 81.2 miles on I 91. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.06 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

62.7 miles from Keene, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 2h 39m highway drive covering 125.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 91 and NH 12. The longest continuous stretch is about 81.2 miles on I 91.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 91 is the longest continuous segment at about 81.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and NH 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Central Square.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 125.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Square): Lane positioning matters here; near the start (Central Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.6 miles (NH 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Central Square

Turn right onto Central Square

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Central Square

Keep slight left at fork onto Central Square

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

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1.6 mi into trip | ~3m in | NH 12

Keep slight left at fork onto NH 12

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

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17.6 mi into trip | ~22m in | VT 123 / Vermont Route 123

At end of road, turn right onto VT 123 / Vermont Route 123

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

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100.5 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in

Take the exit toward US 302: Wells River, Woodsville New Hampshire

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 17 Toward US 302: Wells River, Woodsville New Hamp...

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Keene, NH to Littleton, NH, road signs begin pointing toward Woodsville New Hampshire along the way.

Woodsville New Hampshire

100.5 mi in | ~1h 58m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 91	81.2 mi	1h 33m
NH 12	15.7 mi	17m
South Main Street	7.6 mi	11m
Lisbon Road	4.1 mi	6m
Meadow Street	3.3 mi	6m
Rum Hill Road	3.1 mi	4m
U.S. Route 302	2.2 mi	3m
Central Street	1.3 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 91 — 81.2 mi, about 1h 33m

Trip Plan

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 62.7 miles from Keene, NH, or about 1h 14m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.2 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 62.7 miles or 1h 14m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 1m

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

Before You Leave

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

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Keene, NH

This is one driving day of about 125.3 miles and 2h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Keene, NH.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 81.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 62.7 mi from Keene, NH · 1h 14m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

63 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

Rome, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 62.7 miles from Keene, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.2 miles.

Arriving in Littleton, NH

The final approach into Littleton, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Littleton, NH.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of inspiration. Discover the history behind the capt...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 near mile 47.5

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.06 one way

$40.12 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$21.99	$43.97
premium	$4.83	$23.82	$47.63
diesel	$5.64	$27.84	$55.67

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 43.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	37.6	$13.16	$6.01
Efficient EV	31.3	$10.96	$5.01
EV Truck/SUV	50.1	$17.54	$8.02

Gas CO2

44 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Keene, NH

Late night in Keene on Monday

Local time

4:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Littleton, NH

Late night in Littleton on Monday

Local time

4:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

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

3 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 39m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Keene, NH to Littleton, NH covers 125.3 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 91, NH 12, South Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 62.7 miles from Keene, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.