Origin
Northwood, NH
Late night in Northwood on Monday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Northwood, NH to Keene, NH
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
75.2 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
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6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Northwood, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Keene, NH
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
Spanning 75.2 miles, this drive from Northwood to Keene is a straightforward one-day trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes. You will primarily navigate via Dover Road, Epsom Circle, and I-93 South to reach your destination within the Northeast region. Budgeting approximately $12 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, making it an affordable excursion for those traveling across New Hampshire. Because the duration is well under two hours, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless you have additional business in the area. It is a practical, efficient route that serves as a reliable connection between these two points without requiring complex logistical planning.
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
37.6 miles from Northwood, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will spend your time navigating local roads that require frequent adjustments and careful navigation. The journey lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, keeping the pace consistent but varied as you transition through different town centers. You won't find yourself zoning out on a long highway slog; instead, the character of the road is defined by the technical nature of local turning and maneuvering. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dover 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 Northwood, NH to Keene, NH is easy. At 1h 26m 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 Northwood, NH to Keene, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dover Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Epsom Circle | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 93 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Styles Bridges Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Everett Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 89 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 202 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Dover Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northwood, NH and Keene, NH.
1
Start on First New Hampshire Turnpike
7.0 mi
·
11 min
·
First New Hampshire Turnpike
2
Continue on Dover Road
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Dover Road
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Epsom Circle
266 ft
·
7 sec
·
Epsom Circle
4
Exit the rotary onto Dover Road
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Dover Road
5
Keep slight right
4.6 mi
·
6 min
6
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
7
Take the exit straight toward I 93 South: Manchester, Lebanon
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
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I 93 South: Manchester, Lebanon
8
Merge slight left onto Styles Bridges Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Styles Bridges Highway
9
Continue on Everett Turnpike
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Everett Turnpike
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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I 89 North: Lebanon, White River Junction Vermont
11
Merge slight left
7.8 mi
·
9 min
12
Take the exit slight left toward US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 202 West, NH 9 West: Henniker, Keene
13
Continue straight
15 mi
·
21 min
14
Continue on West Main Street
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
15
Continue on Keene Road
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Keene Road
16
Continue on Route 9
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Route 9
17
Continue on Franklin Pierce Highway
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Franklin Pierce Highway
18
Continue on Route 9
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 9
19
Continue on NH Route 9
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
NH Route 9
20
Continue on Route 9
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 9
21
Turn left onto Washington Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Street
22
Turn right onto Central Square
217 ft
·
6 sec
·
Central Square
23
Continue on Central Square
249 ft
·
9 sec
·
Central Square
24
Turn left onto Roxbury Street
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
Roxbury Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 26 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Because this is a turn-heavy route without long highway stretches, you should plan for a steady pace rather than trying to make up time on open roads. Keep your $12 fuel budget in mind, and ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Northwood, as local roads can sometimes be less convenient for quick refueling than major interstates. Since you aren't dealing with a long-haul trek, use the trip's brevity to your advantage by avoiding the need for forced stops. Pay close attention to navigation when hitting the Epsom Circle, as staying focused on your turn sequence is the key to a smooth arrival in Keene.
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 37.6 miles from Northwood, NH, or about 43m 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 75.2 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.6 miles or 43m 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 13m
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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Open the route before leaving Northwood, 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 Northwood, NH
This is one driving day of about 75.2 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Northwood, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.6 mi from Northwood, NH · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 75.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.6 miles from Northwood, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Keene, NH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.04 one way
$24.08 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $13.20 | $26.39 |
| premium | $4.83 | $14.29 | $28.59 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.71 | $33.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.90 | $3.61 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.53 | $4.81 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 Monday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
3 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 26m 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 Northwood, NH to Keene, NH covers 75.2 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dover Road, Epsom Circle, I 93 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.6 miles from Northwood, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.04 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 Northwood, NH to Keene, NH is easy. At 1h 26m 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 Northwood, NH to Keene, NH is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Northwood, NH to Keene, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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