Origin
Keene, NH
Late night in Keene on Thursday
Local time
12:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Keene, NH to Bennington, NH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
44m
Distance
26.4 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Keene, NH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Keene, NH to Bennington, NH covers 26.4 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Central Square, Washington Street, Route 9 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.25 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
13.2 miles from Keene, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 44m drive with frequent turns across 26.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Central Square is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Keene, NH to Bennington, NH is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Keene, NH to Bennington, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Square | — | — |
| Washington Street | — | — |
| Route 9 | — | — |
| Franklin Pierce Highway | — | — |
| Route 123 South | — | — |
| Stoddard Road | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Bennington Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Central Square
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Keene, NH and Bennington, 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
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 9
6
Continue on NH Route 9
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
NH Route 9
7
Continue on Route 9
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 9
8
Continue on Franklin Pierce Highway
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Franklin Pierce Highway
9
Continue on Route 9
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 9
10
Turn right onto Route 123 South
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Route 123 South
11
Continue on Stoddard Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Stoddard Road
12
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
13
Turn left onto Bennington Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Bennington Road
14
At the end of the road, turn left onto Concord Road
312 ft
·
5 sec
·
Concord Road
15
Continue on State Route 202
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 202
16
Turn right onto Hancock Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Hancock Road
17
Continue on Pierce Hill Road
371 ft
·
10 sec
·
Pierce Hill Road
18
Continue on School Street
394 ft
·
15 sec
·
School Street
19
Turn left onto Antrim Road
430 ft
·
12 sec
·
Antrim Road
20
Arrive at your destination
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 13.2 miles from Keene, NH, or about 22m into the drive.
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 26 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.2 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bennington, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Keene, NH.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Keene, NH
This is one driving day of about 26.4 miles and 44m.
At 26.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.2 mi from Keene, NH · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.2 miles from Keene, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bennington, NH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bennington, NH if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.25 one way
$8.50 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.68 | $9.35 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.06 | $10.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Bennington, NH
Late night in Bennington on Thursday
Local time
12:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
44m 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 Bennington, NH covers 26.4 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Central Square, Washington Street, Route 9. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.2 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 $4.25 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.
The drive from Keene, NH to Bennington, NH is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Keene, NH to Bennington, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Keene, NH to Bennington, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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