Origin
West Swanzey, NH
Late night in West Swanzey on Monday
Local time
4:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Swanzey, NH to Keene, NH
Drive Time
13m
Distance
6.2 mi
10 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Keene, NH
Andrea Davis
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward connection in the Northeast, the 6.2-mile journey from West Swanzey to Keene is an ideal local transit. You can expect the drive to take approximately 13 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $1, this is an incredibly economical route that requires no overnight planning. Navigating via West Swanzey Road, Winchester Street, and West Street, you will stay entirely off the highways, as the highway share for this trip is 0%. This route is strictly a local drive, offering a practical way to transition between these two New Hampshire towns without the need for complex logistics.
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
3.1 miles from West Swanzey, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy experience as you navigate this local route, which lacks any long, monotonous highway stretches. You will spend the majority of your time on winding local roads, with the longest uninterrupted segment covering only 3.3 miles along West Swanzey Road. Because the entire 6.2-mile distance is navigated on surface streets, you should prepare for frequent adjustments behind the wheel rather than high-speed cruising. The environment remains consistent from start to finish, providing a steady, low-speed pace that characterizes short-distance travel in this part of New Hampshire. It is a functional drive that requires your full attention due to the constant transitions between local roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Swanzey Road is the longest continuous segment at about 3.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Grove Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 10 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 (North Grove Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (Winchester Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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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North Grove Street
Turn right onto North Grove Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
4.9 mi into trip
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~10m in
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Winchester Street
Enter roundabout onto Winchester Street toward Winchester St, Keene
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Winchester St, Keene
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Winchester Street
Enter roundabout onto Winchester Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
5.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Island Street
Enter roundabout onto Island Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Swanzey Road | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Winchester Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Island Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| California Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Grove Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Swanzey Road
— 3.3 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Swanzey, NH and Keene, NH.
1
Start on Christian Hill Road
129 ft
·
8 sec
·
Christian Hill Road
2
Turn right onto North Grove Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Grove Street
3
Turn left
106 ft
·
6 sec
4
Turn left onto Railroad Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Railroad Street
5
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on California Street
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
California Street
7
Turn right onto NH 10
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Swanzey Road
8
Continue on NH 10
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Winchester Street
9
Enter roundabout onto Winchester Street
179 ft
·
2 sec
·
Winchester Street
Toward Winchester St, Keene
10
Continue on Winchester Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Winchester Street
Toward Winchester St, Keene
11
Enter roundabout onto Winchester Street
198 ft
·
5 sec
·
Winchester Street
12
Continue on Winchester Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Winchester Street
13
Enter roundabout onto Island Street
199 ft
·
5 sec
·
Island Street
14
Continue on Island Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Island Street
15
Turn right onto West Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Street
16
Arrive at destination
Roxbury Street
Trip Plan
Since this trip only takes about 13 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time, as there is no need to worry about long-haul fatigue or mid-trip rest stops. You can easily complete the entire drive in one go without planning for breaks, as there are no scheduled stops on this route. Given the short duration, simply ensure your vehicle is ready for a quick local transit before you head out. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your navigation through the turns, particularly as you transition from West Swanzey Road onto Winchester Street and finally West Street. Enjoy the simplicity of this brief commute, which gets you from point A to point B with minimal fuss and expense.
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 3.1 miles from West Swanzey, NH, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.3 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 6.2 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.1 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
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 West Swanzey, 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 West Swanzey, NH
This is one driving day of about 6.2 miles and 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Swanzey, 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 West Swanzey Road for about 3.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.1 mi from West Swanzey, NH · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 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 6.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.1 miles from West Swanzey, 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
$0.99 one way
$1.98 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $1.09 | $2.18 |
| premium | $4.83 | $1.18 | $2.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.38 | $2.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.65 | $0.30 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.54 | $0.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
4:03 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
22 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
13m 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 West Swanzey, NH to Keene, NH covers 6.2 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Swanzey Road, Winchester Street, West Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.1 miles from West Swanzey, NH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.99 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 13m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Grove Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (Winchester Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from West Swanzey, NH to Keene, NH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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