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3h 23m
Distance
134.7 mi
217 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
9 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Keene, NH
Andrea Davis
Traveling from Keene to North Conway covers 134.7 miles of New Hampshire’s interior, typically taking about 3 hours and 23 minutes to complete. Because this journey fits comfortably into a single day, you can easily manage the trip in one go without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $22 on fuel as you traverse the Northeast, moving through a variety of local landscapes. You will navigate via the Styles Bridges Highway, Franklin Pierce Highway, and Whittier Highway. While the duration is manageable, the route is turn-heavy, so plan for an active driving experience rather than a passive cruise.
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
67.3 miles from Keene, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Only 24% of the journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on smaller, winding roads that demand your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 30-mile segment on the Styles Bridges Highway. This route offers a distinct departure from monotonous interstate travel, favoring a more technical, hands-on driving style. As you transition between the various highways, you will find that the road's personality changes frequently, requiring you to stay alert through the curves.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,176 ft
Total Descent
1,132 ft
Highest Point
1,266 ft
~9.6 mi in
Elevation Range
935 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 134.7 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Central Square
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 89
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto NH 3A / Route 3-A
Lane positioning matters here
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
Turn right onto NH 25 / Winnipesaukee Street
Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Keene, NH to North Conway, NH, road signs begin pointing toward New Hampton along the way.
New Hampton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Styles Bridges Highway | 30 mi | 33m |
| Franklin Pierce Highway | 19.5 mi | 26m |
| Whittier Highway | 12.2 mi | 22m |
| White Mountain Highway | 11.9 mi | 20m |
| Route 9 | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| I 89 | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| NH 104 | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Keene Road | 5.7 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Keene, NH and North Conway, NH.
Start on Roxbury Street
Turn right onto Central Square
Keep slight right at fork onto Washington Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto NH 9; NH 10
Continue on NH 9
Continue on NH 9
Continue on NH 9
Continue on NH 9
Continue on NH 9
Continue on NH 9; NH 31
Turn straight onto NH 9
Merge onto I 89
Turn left onto NH 3A
Continue on NH 3A
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 93
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Continue on I 93
Take the exit
Turn right onto NH 104
Continue on NH 104
Turn left onto US 3
Turn slight right
Turn right onto NH 25
Continue on NH 25
Continue on NH 25
Continue on NH 25
Continue on NH 25
Continue on NH 25; NH 113
Continue on NH 25; NH 113
Turn left onto NH 113
Turn left onto NH 113
Turn right onto NH 113
Turn slight right onto Page Hill Road
Turn left onto NH 16
Continue on NH 16
Continue on NH 16; NH 113
Turn left onto NH 16
Continue on US 302; NH 16
Continue on US 302; NH 16
Arrive at destination
Since this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, though starting early helps you navigate the winding local roads during daylight hours. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 3.5-hour drive and keep your focus sharp. With a fuel budget of $22, it is wise to check your levels before heading out, as local roads may offer fewer refueling options than major interstates. Given the technical nature of the turn-heavy route, prioritize steady pacing over speed to ensure a comfortable journey for everyone in the vehicle. Keep an eye on your navigation as you switch between the Styles Bridges, Franklin Pierce, and Whittier highways to stay on track.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 67.3 miles or 1h 32m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Conway, NH than in the middle of the route.
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 134.7 miles and 3h 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.3 mi from Keene, NH · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 67.3 miles from Keene, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into North Conway, 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 North Conway, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$21.56 one way
$43.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $23.64 | $47.27 |
| premium | $4.83 | $25.60 | $51.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.93 | $59.85 |
Estimated Tolls: $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
$22
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
9 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Concord Crossing - Tesla Supercharger
Concord, NH
12 DCFC
Dunkin' - Tesla Supercharger
Tilton, NH
8 DCFC
Mountain Valley Mall - Tesla Supercharger
North Conway, NH
8 DCFC
Grappone Ford
Bow, NH
6 DCFC
Circle K - Tesla Supercharger
Meredith, NH
6 DCFC
Hillsboro Ford
Hillsboro, NH
4 DCFC
McGovern Hyundai Of Concord - DCFC
Bow, NH
2 DCFC
MONADNOCK FOOD DC FC - LEFT
Keene, NH
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.14 | $6.47 |
| Efficient EV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.79 | $5.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.9 | 0 | $18.86 | $8.62 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Keene on Monday
Local time
4:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Chance Light Rain
Destination
Late night in North Conway on Monday
Local time
4:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Light Rain
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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