Trip from Keene, NH to Moultonborough, NH

Drive Time

2h 26m

Distance

102.9 mi

166 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 17m ★

6 AM

2h 27m

8 AM

2h 47m

10 AM

2h 34m

12 PM

2h 32m

3 PM

2h 35m

5 PM

2h 46m

8 PM

2h 21m

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

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Keene, NH

Andrea Davis

Trip Overview

The drive from Keene, NH to Moultonborough, NH covers 102.9 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Styles Bridges Highway, Franklin Pierce Highway, Route 9 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30 miles on Styles Bridges Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.47 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

0 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

51.4 miles from Keene, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .

Drive Character

The drive from Keene, NH to Moultonborough, NH covers 102.9 miles and takes about 2h 26m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Styles Bridges Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 30 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 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 12 significant decision points across 102.9 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; at 42.2 miles (I 89): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.5 miles (NH 3A / Route 3-A): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

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

Turn right onto Central Square

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

42.2 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in | I 89

Merge onto I 89

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

50.5 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | NH 3A / Route 3-A

Turn left onto NH 3A / Route 3-A

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

83.7 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Take the exit toward NH 104, NH 132: Meredith, New Hampton

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 23 Toward NH 104, NH 132: Meredith, New Hampton

93.4 mi into trip | ~2h 6m in | NH 25 / Winnipesaukee Street

Turn right onto NH 25 / Winnipesaukee Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Keene, NH to Moultonborough, NH, road signs begin pointing toward New Hampton along the way.

New Hampton

83.7 mi in | ~1h 50m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Styles Bridges Highway	30 mi	33m
Franklin Pierce Highway	19.5 mi	26m
Route 9	11.8 mi	16m
I 89	8.3 mi	10m
NH 104	8.3 mi	12m
Whittier Highway	6.3 mi	13m
Keene Road	5.7 mi	8m
Whittier Street	3.1 mi	6m

Longest stretch: Styles Bridges Highway — 30 mi, about 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Keene, NH and Moultonborough, NH.

Start on Roxbury Street

33 ft · 3 sec · Roxbury Street

Turn right onto Central Square

147 ft · 3 sec · Central Square

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto Washington Street

1.6 mi · 4 min · Washington Street

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 12 sec

Merge onto NH 9; NH 10

3.3 mi · 4 min · Route 9

Continue on NH 9

1.5 mi · 2 min · NH Route 9

Continue on NH 9

1.8 mi · 2 min · Route 9

Continue on NH 9

3.3 mi · 4 min · Franklin Pierce Highway

Continue on NH 9

6.7 mi · 9 min · Route 9

Continue on NH 9

5.7 mi · 8 min · Keene Road

Continue on NH 9; NH 31

1.9 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

Turn straight onto NH 9

16 mi · 22 min · Franklin Pierce Highway

Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 89

8.3 mi · 10 min · I 89

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto NH 3A

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Route 3-A

Use the straight / left lanes.

Continue on NH 3A

420 ft · 10 sec · South Main Street

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 53 sec

Toward I 93 North

Merge onto I 93

1.7 mi · 2 min · Everett Turnpike

Continue on I 93

17 mi · 19 min · Styles Bridges Highway

Continue on I 93

0.7 mi · 46 sec · Sen Styles Bridges Highway

Continue on I 93

13 mi · 14 min · Styles Bridges Highway

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 23 Toward NH 104, NH 132: Meredith, New Hampton Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto NH 104

4.7 mi · 7 min · NH 104

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on NH 104

3.6 mi · 5 min · NH 104

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto US 3

0.9 mi · 2 min · Daniel Webster Highway

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right

138 ft · 7 sec

Toward NH 25 East

Turn right onto NH 25

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Winnipesaukee Street

Use the right lane.

Continue on NH 25

3.1 mi · 6 min · Whittier Street

Continue on NH 25

6.3 mi · 13 min · Whittier Highway

Arrive at destination

NH 25

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.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 51.4 miles from Keene, NH, or about 1h 13m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30 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 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 51.4 miles or 1h 13m 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 51m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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 102.9 miles and 2h 26m.

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.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on Styles Bridges Highway for about 30 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 51.4 mi from Keene, NH · 1h 13m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

51 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

Albany, 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 51.4 miles from Keene, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Moultonborough, NH

The final approach into Moultonborough, 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 Moultonborough, NH.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.47 one way

$32.94 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$18.06	$36.11
premium	$4.83	$19.56	$39.12
diesel	$5.64	$22.86	$45.72

Estimated Tolls: $0.12

Everett Turnpike (1.7 mi) $0.12

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

$16

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 36 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	30.9	$10.80	$4.94
Efficient EV	25.7	$9.00	$4.12
EV Truck/SUV	41.2	$14.41	$6.59

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Keene, NH

Afternoon in Keene on Monday

Local time

2:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Moultonborough, NH

Afternoon in Moultonborough on Monday

Local time

2:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

45°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

4 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 26m 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 Moultonborough, NH covers 102.9 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Styles Bridges Highway, Franklin Pierce Highway, Route 9. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 51.4 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 $16.47 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.

On the drive from Keene, NH to Moultonborough, NH, road signs begin pointing toward New Hampton along the way.

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Trip from Keene, NH to Moultonborough, NH

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Moultonborough, NH

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Keene, NH

Moultonborough, NH

Same local time

4 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 26m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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