Trip from Unity, NH to Keene, NH

Drive Time

54m

Distance

31.3 mi

50 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

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Trip Overview

The drive from Unity, NH to Keene, NH covers 31.3 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Route 10, NH Route 10, State Route 10 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.6 miles on Route 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.01 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

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

15.7 miles from Unity, NH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 54m highway drive covering 31.3 miles, with most of the trip on Route 10 and NH Route 10. The longest continuous stretch is about 7.6 miles on 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 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Route 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Route 10 and NH Route 10. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near NH 10 / NH Route 10.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Unity, NH to Keene, NH is easy. At 54m with 75% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 7.1 miles (NH 10 / NH Route 10): Navigation decision point; at 28.5 miles (NH 9 / Route 9): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles (Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

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

7.1 mi into trip | ~13m in | NH 10 / NH Route 10

Turn right onto NH 10 / NH Route 10

Navigation decision point

28.5 mi into trip | ~47m in | NH 9 / Route 9

Turn right onto NH 9 / Route 9

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

29.6 mi into trip | ~49m in | Washington Street

Turn left onto Washington Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

31.2 mi into trip | ~53m in | Central Square

Turn right onto Central Square

Navigation decision point

31.3 mi into trip | ~54m in | Roxbury Street

Turn left onto Roxbury Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Route 10	7.6 mi	13m
NH Route 10	5.8 mi	9m
State Route 10	5.5 mi	8m
Lempster Street	3.5 mi	7m
Gilsum Road	2.4 mi	3m
2nd NH Turnpike	2.1 mi	3m
Washington Street	1.7 mi	4m
2nd New Hampshire Turnpike	1.5 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Route 10 — 7.6 mi, about 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on 2nd NH Turnpike

2.1 mi · 3 min · 2nd NH Turnpike

Continue on Lempster Street

3.5 mi · 7 min · Lempster Street

Continue on 2nd New Hampshire Turnpike

1.5 mi · 3 min · 2nd New Hampshire Turnpike

Turn right onto NH 10

5.8 mi · 9 min · NH Route 10

Continue on NH 10

3.1 mi · 5 min · Route 10

Continue on NH 10; NH 123

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Route 10

Continue on NH 10

2.4 mi · 3 min · Gilsum Road

Continue on NH 10

2.7 mi · 3 min · State Route 10

Turn straight onto NH 10

4.4 mi · 7 min · Route 10

Continue on NH 10

1.9 mi · 2 min · State Route 10

Turn right onto NH 9

1.1 mi · 1 min · Route 9

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto Washington Street

1.7 mi · 4 min · Washington Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Central Square

218 ft · 7 sec · Central Square

Continue on Central Square

248 ft · 8 sec · Central Square

Turn left onto Roxbury Street

126 ft · 2 sec · Roxbury Street

Arrive at destination

Roxbury Street

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 15.7 miles from Unity, NH, or about 27m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.6 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 31.3 miles or 54m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 15.7 miles or 27m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 45m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Keene, NH than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Unity, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Unity, NH

This is one driving day of about 31.3 miles and 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Unity, 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 Route 10 for about 7.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 15.7 mi from Unity, NH · 27m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

16 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 31.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Unity, 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

$5.01 one way

$10.02 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$5.49	$10.98
premium	$4.83	$5.95	$11.90
diesel	$5.64	$6.95	$13.91

Estimated Tolls: $0.25

2nd NH Turnpike (2.1 mi) $0.14

2nd New Hampshire Turnpike (1.5 mi) $0.11

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	9.4	$3.29	$1.50
Efficient EV	7.8	$2.74	$1.25
EV Truck/SUV	12.5	$4.38	$2.00

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 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

Local time and weather at both ends of the drive

Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Unity, NH

Evening in Unity on Saturday

Local time

5:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Forecast unavailable right now

EDT Live forecast

Destination

Keene, NH

Evening in Keene on Saturday

Local time

5:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Forecast unavailable right now

EDT Live forecast

Along the Route

48°F

Albany, NY

16 mi in

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

54m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Unity, NH to Keene, NH covers 31.3 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Route 10, NH 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 15.7 miles from Unity, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.01 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 Unity, NH to Keene, NH is easy. At 54m with 75% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The route from Unity, NH to Keene, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.