Origin
Newbury, NH
Evening in Newbury on Friday
Local time
5:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newbury, NH to Keene, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
39 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newbury, NH
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Keene, NH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Newbury, NH to Keene, NH covers 39 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NH Route 10, Route 10, State Route 10 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.4 miles on NH Route 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 39 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 11m highway drive covering 39 miles, with most of the trip on NH Route 10 and Route 10. The longest continuous stretch is about 9.4 miles on NH Route 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NH Route 10 and Route 10. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NH 103 / Route 103.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 11m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 103 / Route 103): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (NH 103 / State Route 103): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 36.2 miles (NH 9 / Route 9): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NH 103 / Route 103
At end of road, turn right onto NH 103 / Route 103
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NH 103 / State Route 103
Enter roundabout onto NH 103 / State Route 103
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
36.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
NH 9 / Route 9
Turn right onto NH 9 / Route 9
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
37.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
Washington Street
Turn left onto Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
39 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
Roxbury Street
Turn left onto Roxbury Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NH Route 10 | 9.4 mi | 15m |
| Route 10 | 7.6 mi | 13m |
| State Route 10 | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Brook Road | 5.4 mi | 13m |
| Gilsum Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Route 103 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Mill Village Road South | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Washington Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
NH Route 10
— 9.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newbury, NH and Keene, NH.
1
Start on NH 103A
143 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Route 103A
2
At end of road, turn right onto NH 103
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 103
3
Continue on NH 103
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
State Route 103
4
Enter roundabout onto NH 103
264 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Route 103
5
Continue on NH 103
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 103
6
Turn left onto Brook Road
5.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Brook Road
7
Turn left onto NH 10
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Mill Village Road South
8
Continue on NH 10
9.4 mi
·
15 min
·
NH Route 10
9
Continue on NH 10
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Route 10
10
Continue on NH 10; NH 123
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 10
11
Continue on NH 10
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Gilsum Road
12
Continue on NH 10
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 10
13
Turn straight onto NH 10
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Route 10
14
Continue on NH 10
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 10
15
Turn right onto NH 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 9
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Washington Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Central Square
218 ft
·
7 sec
·
Central Square
18
Continue on Central Square
248 ft
·
8 sec
·
Central Square
19
Turn left onto Roxbury Street
126 ft
·
2 sec
·
Roxbury Street
20
Arrive at destination
Roxbury Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.5 mi from Newbury, NH · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Newbury, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Keene, NH
The final approach into Keene, NH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.28 one way
$12.56 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.47 | $14.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Evening in Keene on Friday
Local time
5:21 PM
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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 11m 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 Newbury, NH to Keene, NH covers 39 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NH Route 10, Route 10, State Route 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.5 miles from Newbury, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.28 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 is a straightforward 1h 11m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NH 103 / Route 103): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (NH 103 / State Route 103): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 36.2 miles (NH 9 / Route 9): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Newbury, NH to Keene, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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