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Trip from Keene, NH to Alexandria, NH

Drive Time

2h 8m

Distance

70.8 mi

114 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
2h 0m ★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m

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

If you are planning a journey from Keene to Alexandria, New Hampshire, you are looking at a manageable 70.8-mile trip that typically takes about 2 hours and 8 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have extra time to spare. Budgeting roughly $11 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Navigating through the heart of the Northeast, you will transition between NH Route 10 and U.S. Route 4. It is a straightforward drive that offers a practical way to connect these two New Hampshire locations without any complex logistics.

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

35.4 miles from Keene, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate commute. With a highway share of 54%, you will find a balance between faster stretches and more localized road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 9.4 miles on NH Route 10, providing a nice bit of consistency before the road conditions shift. Because this is a mixed-profile route, stay alert as the road transitions from major thoroughfares to smaller, secondary paths. You will get a true feel for the New Hampshire landscape while staying focused on the varied pace of the journey.

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.
NH Route 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.4 miles.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,339 ft 482 ft

Total Climb

1,551 ft

Total Descent

1,414 ft

Highest Point

1,339 ft

~41.3 mi in

Elevation Range

856 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Central Square.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.8 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Square): Lane positioning matters here; near the start (Washington Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.8 miles (NH 10 / State Route 10): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

7
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Central Square

Turn right onto Central Square

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Washington Street

Keep slight right at fork onto Washington Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
2.8 mi into trip | ~5m in | NH 10 / State Route 10

Turn left onto NH 10 / State Route 10

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
35.2 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in | NH 103 / State Route 103

At end of road, turn right onto NH 103 / State Route 103

Navigation decision point

4
36.4 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in | NH 103 / State Route 103

Enter roundabout onto NH 103 / State Route 103

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NH Route 10 9.4 mi 15m
Route 10 7.5 mi 13m
U.S. Route 4 7 mi 11m
Andover Road 6.4 mi 9m
State Route 10 5.6 mi 8m
Brook Road 5.4 mi 13m
Ragged Mountain Highway 5.4 mi 10m
State Route 103A 4 mi 6m
Longest stretch: NH Route 10 — 9.4 mi, about 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Roxbury Street

33 ft · 4 sec · Roxbury Street
2

Turn right onto Central Square

148 ft · 3 sec · Central Square
3

Keep slight right to continue on Washington Street

1.6 mi · 4 min · Washington Street
4

Take the ramp slight right

0.1 mi · 12 sec
5

Merge slight left onto Route 9

1.0 mi · 1 min · Route 9
6

Turn left onto State Route 10

1.9 mi · 2 min · State Route 10
7

Continue on Route 10

4.4 mi · 7 min · Route 10
8

Turn straight onto State Route 10

2.7 mi · 3 min · State Route 10
9

Continue on Gilsum Road

2.4 mi · 3 min · Gilsum Road
10

Continue on State Route 10

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Route 10
11

Continue on Route 10

3.1 mi · 5 min · Route 10
12

Continue on NH Route 10

9.4 mi · 15 min · NH Route 10
13

Continue on Mill Village Road

2.1 mi · 4 min · Mill Village Road
14

Turn right onto Brook Road

5.4 mi · 13 min · Brook Road
15

At the end of the road, turn right onto State Route 103

1.2 mi · 1 min · State Route 103
16

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 103

249 ft · 6 sec · State Route 103
17

Exit the rotary onto State Route 103

2.4 mi · 4 min · State Route 103
18

Turn left onto State Route 103A

2.3 mi · 3 min · State Route 103A
19

Continue on Poor Hill Farm Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Poor Hill Farm Road
20

Continue on State Route 103A

1.7 mi · 3 min · State Route 103A
21

Turn right onto King Hill Road

3.3 mi · 6 min · King Hill Road
22

Continue on State Route 11

0.5 mi · 33 sec · State Route 11
23

Continue on Andover Road

6.4 mi · 9 min · Andover Road
24

Turn left onto U.S. Route 4

7.0 mi · 11 min · U.S. Route 4
25

Turn slight right onto NH 104 East

138 ft · 10 sec · NH 104 East
26

Turn right onto Ragged Mountain Highway

5.4 mi · 10 min · Ragged Mountain Highway
27

Turn left onto Cass Mill Road

3.5 mi · 8 min · Cass Mill Road
28

At the end of the road, turn right onto Washburn Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · Washburn Road
29

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to easily work around morning or evening traffic. While there are no formal stops listed, the moderate 2-hour duration makes it easy to complete in one go without needing a significant break. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $11, so it is wise to check your levels before leaving Keene to avoid unnecessary stops. Because the route relies on a mix of NH Route 10 and U.S. Route 4, keep a close eye on your GPS as you switch between these roads. Taking this drive in one day is the most efficient approach, granting you plenty of time to reach Alexandria by your desired arrival hour.

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 35.4 miles from Keene, NH, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.4 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 70.8 miles or 2h 8m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 35.4 miles or 1h 4m 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 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alexandria, 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 70.8 miles and 2h 8m.

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 NH Route 10 for about 9.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 35.4 mi from Keene, NH · 1h 4m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

35 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 70.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from Keene, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Alexandria, NH

The final approach into Alexandria, 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 Alexandria, 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

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...

18 mi from route ~45 min detour $10 near mile 34.2
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.33 one way

$22.67 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $12.42 $24.85
premium $4.83 $13.46 $26.92
diesel $5.64 $15.73 $31.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 21.2 0 $7.43 $3.40
Efficient EV 17.7 0 $6.19 $2.83
EV Truck/SUV 28.3 0 $9.91 $4.53

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (68% 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

5:29 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Alexandria, NH

Late night in Alexandria on Monday

Local time

5:29 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°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

2 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 8m 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 Alexandria, NH covers 70.8 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NH Route 10, Route 10, U.S. Route 4. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.4 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 $11.33 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.8 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Square): Lane positioning matters here; near the start (Washington Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.8 miles (NH 10 / State Route 10): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Keene, NH to Alexandria, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 482 ft to 1,339 ft elevation with about 1,551 ft of total climbing.

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