Origin
New Ipswich, NH
Late night in New Ipswich on Thursday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Ipswich, NH to Keene, NH
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
43m
Distance
27.9 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
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 New Ipswich, NH to Keene, NH covers 27.9 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Turnpike Road, Prescott Road, Squantum Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.49 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
14 miles from New Ipswich, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 43m drive with frequent turns across 27.9 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.
Turnpike Road 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 New Ipswich, NH to Keene, NH is easy. At 43m 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 New Ipswich, NH to Keene, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Turnpike Road | — | — |
| Prescott Road | — | — |
| Squantum Road | — | — |
| Cathedral Road | — | — |
| Route 119 | — | — |
| Route 12 North | — | — |
| Fitzwilliam Road | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Turnpike Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Ipswich, NH and Keene, NH.
1
Start on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Turnpike Road
7.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Turnpike Road
3
Turn left onto Prescott Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Prescott Road
4
Turn straight onto Squantum Road
246 ft
·
6 sec
·
Squantum Road
5
Continue on Cathedral Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Cathedral Road
6
Turn right onto NH Route 119
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
NH Route 119
7
Turn right onto NH Route 12 North
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
NH Route 12 North
8
Continue on Fitzwilliam Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Fitzwilliam Road
9
Continue on South Main Street
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
South Main Street
10
Continue on Central Square
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
Central Square
11
Continue on North Main Street
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
12
Continue on NH Route 12
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
NH Route 12
13
Continue on Monadnock Highway
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Monadnock Highway
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Monadnock Highway
102 ft
·
1 sec
·
Monadnock Highway
15
Exit the roundabout onto Monadnock Highway
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Monadnock Highway
16
Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
18
Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
19
Turn right onto Roxbury Street
33 ft
·
1 sec
·
Roxbury Street
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 14 miles from New Ipswich, NH, or about 21m 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 27.9 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Keene, NH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving New Ipswich, NH.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Ipswich, NH
This is one driving day of about 27.9 miles and 43m.
At 27.9 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 14 mi from New Ipswich, NH · 21m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14 miles from New Ipswich, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Keene, NH
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Keene, 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
$4.49 one way
$8.98 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.94 | $9.88 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.16 | $12.32 |
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: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Keene, NH
Late night in Keene on Thursday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
9 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
43m 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 New Ipswich, NH to Keene, NH covers 27.9 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Turnpike Road, Prescott Road, Squantum Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14 miles from New Ipswich, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.49 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 New Ipswich, NH to Keene, NH is easy. At 43m 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 New Ipswich, NH to Keene, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Ipswich, NH to Keene, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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