Colebrook, NH to Keene, NH is 182.7 miles and takes about 3h 57m via I 91 and Bellows Falls Road, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily traversing New Hampshire and a short segment in Vermont. You'll experience a predominantly highway drive that transitions to more local roads as you approach your destination. It's a straightforward route, suitable for a single day of travel if you're looking for an efficient way to connect these two points in New Hampshire.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.3 miles from Colebrook, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 91
108.5 mi
2h 5m
Bellows Falls Road
16 mi
18m
Vermont Route 105
11.2 mi
16m
Daniel Webster Highway
8.1 mi
12m
Vermont Route 114
7.1 mi
12m
Island Pond Road
5.3 mi
9m
East Brighton Road
4.9 mi
7m
US Route 3
4.6 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 91
— 108.5 mi, about 2h 5m
Traffic on I-91
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 31 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~465 veh/hr typical
· worst 764
Quietest
2 AM
~17 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
27.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 63 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colebrook, NH and Keene, NH.
1
Start on Pleasant Street
148 ft·10 sec·Pleasant Street
2
Turn left onto US 3; NH 26
0.2 mi·20 sec·Main Street
3
Continue on US 3
1.6 mi·2 min·US Route 3
4
Continue on US 3
8.1 mi·12 min·Daniel Webster Highway
5
Continue on US 3
3.0 mi·4 min·US Route 3
6
Turn right onto Town Common Road
0.2 mi·14 sec·Town Common Road
7
Continue on VT 105
11 mi·16 min·Vermont Route 105
8
Continue on VT 105
4.9 mi·7 min·East Brighton Road
9
Continue on VT 105; VT 114
0.2 mi·13 sec·Cross Street
10
Turn right onto VT 105; VT 114
0.7 mi·59 sec·Derby Street
11
Continue on VT 105; VT 114
1.3 mi·1 min·Charleston Road
12
Turn left onto VT 114
4.5 mi·7 min·East Haven Road
13
Continue on VT 114
5.3 mi·9 min·Island Pond Road
14
Continue on VT 114
6.7 mi·11 min·Vermont Route 114
15
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 114
0.4 mi·41 sec·Vermont Route 114
16
Continue on VT 114
4.0 mi·7 min·East Burke Road
17
Turn left onto US 5
255 ft·4 sec·Lynburke Road
18
Continue on US 5
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
19
Turn left onto US 5
0.1 mi·11 sec·Depot Street
20
Continue on US 5
1.0 mi·1 min·Broad Street
21
Continue on US 5
0.4 mi·36 sec·Memorial Drive
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 91
23
Merge onto I 91
109 mi·2 hr 5 min·I 91
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 5Toward Westminster, Walpole New Hampshire
25
Turn left onto Westminster Street
0.8 mi·55 sec·Westminster Street
26
At end of road, turn right onto US 5
0.7 mi·46 sec·U.S. Route 5
27
Turn straight onto VT 123
362 ft·10 sec·Vermont Route 123
28
Continue on VT 123
0.3 mi·17 sec·Vermont Route 123
29
Continue on NH 123
0.1 mi·11 sec·NH 123
30
Continue on NH 12
16 mi·18 min·Bellows Falls Road
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Toward West St, Downtown
32
Turn left onto West Street
1.0 mi·2 min·West Street
Use the straight lane.
33
Arrive at destination
Roxbury Street
Trip Plan
Given the drive's duration of under 4 hours, you can comfortably depart in the morning and arrive in Keene by the afternoon, leaving plenty of time for onward travel or settling in. With only one recommended stop, consider planning your break strategically along the 108.5-mile stretch on I 91, perhaps around the halfway point of that segment. The fuel cost is estimated at $30, so ensure you have enough fuel before departing Colebrook, as the longest stretch on the highway is substantial. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you transition off I 91 onto Bellows Falls Road, as services might be less frequent.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 91.3 miles from Colebrook, NH, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 108.5 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 40 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.3 miles or 2h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 17m
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 Colebrook, 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 Colebrook, NH
This is one driving day of about 182.7 miles and 3h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Colebrook, NH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 91 for about 108.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 181.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 3; NH 26 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 3; NH 26 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
47.9 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|VT 114 / Vermont Route 114
Keep slight left at fork onto VT 114 / Vermont Route 114
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
53 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|US 5 / Depot Street
Turn left onto US 5 / Depot Street
Navigation decision point
6
163.4 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward Westminster, Walpole New Hampshire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward Westminster, Walpole New Hampshire
5
181.4 mi into trip|~3h 54m in
Take the exit toward West St, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward West St, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.59 one way
$63.18 round trip
$4.39/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.90
$35.24
$70.48
premium
$5.27
$37.91
$75.83
diesel
$6.28
$45.14
$90.29
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.8
0
$19.18
$8.77
Efficient EV
45.7
0
$15.99
$7.31
EV Truck/SUV
73.1
0
$25.58
$11.69
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Oct 23, 2026
Origin
Colebrook, NH
Morning
in Colebrook on Saturday
Local time
8:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
29°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Keene, NH
Morning
in Keene on Saturday
Local time
8:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
31°F
Mostly Clear
N 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
2 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
3h 57m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of inspiration. Discover the history behind the capt...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 73% of the 182.7 miles spent on faster roads, including a significant 108.5-mile stretch on I 91. Expect to transition from the Interstate to surface roads like Bellows Falls Road, which will begin around mile 135. The initial segment on I 91 offers a consistent, high-speed cruising experience, while the latter portion will involve more varied speeds and potentially more local traffic.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 108.5 mi on I 91.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and Bellows Falls Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 3; NH 26 / Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 57m drive. You will face about 14 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 (US 3; NH 26 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.9 miles (VT 114 / Vermont Route 114): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 53 miles (US 5 / Depot Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,193 ft292 ft
Total Climb
901 ft
Total Descent
1,448 ft
Highest Point
1,193 ft
~26.2 mi in
Elevation Range
901 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Colebrook, NH and Keene, NH, road signs point toward Westminster and Walpole New Hampshire.
Colebrook is a town of 2,300 people (2010) in the Great North Region of New Hampshire. Colebrook is the hub of northern Coos County, and is the largest town (by population) north of the county seat of Lancaster.
The longest stretch is about 108.5 miles on I 91. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through NH can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 3; NH 26 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.9 miles (VT 114 / Vermont Route 114): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 53 miles (US 5 / Depot Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Keene, NH, but most travelers stay overnight.
