Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 2, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
93.3 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Keene, NH
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Haverhill, NH
Mohan Nannapaneni
Keene to Haverhill is 93.3 miles and takes about 1h 55m via I 91 and NH 12, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within New Hampshire, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. It's a predominantly highway drive, making it a straightforward option for getting between these two locations. With only one recommended day, this trip is best suited for those looking for an efficient and uncomplicated transit between Keene and Haverhill.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.7 miles from Keene, NH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 91 | 62.4 mi | 1h 12m |
| NH 12 | 15.7 mi | 17m |
| Route 10 | 10.5 mi | 16m |
| West Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| U.S. Route 5 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Westminster Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| U.S. Route 5 North | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Vermont Route 123 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 23 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~521 veh/hr typical · worst 769
Quietest
2 AM
~19 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
27.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 48 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Keene, NH and Haverhill, NH.
Start on Roxbury Street
Turn right onto Central Square
Keep slight left at fork onto Central Square
Continue on Central Square
Continue on Central Square
Turn right onto West Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto NH 9; NH 10; NH 12
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 12
Turn left onto NH 123
Continue on VT 123
At end of road, turn right onto VT 123
Continue on US 5
Turn left onto Westminster Street
Take the exit
Merge onto I 91
Take the exit
Turn right onto Lake Morey Road
Turn left onto US 5
Turn right onto VT 25A
Turn left onto NH 10
Arrive at destination
For this 1h 55m drive, leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to complete the 93.3-mile trip. Since it's a relatively short drive with no recommended stops, you can be flexible with your departure time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $15. While there are no specific fuel stops called out, it's always wise to top off before heading out, especially for the 62.4-mile stretch on I 91. Consider a brief stop for a stretch around the halfway point if needed.
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.
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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.7 miles or 56m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverhill, NH than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Keene, NH so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Keene, NH
This is one driving day of about 93.3 miles and 1h 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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.
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 46.7 miles from Keene, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 91 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Central Square
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto Central Square
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto NH 12
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto VT 123 / Vermont Route 123
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Regular Gas
$15.54 one way
$31.08 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.70 | $17.25 | $34.49 |
| premium | $5.07 | $18.61 | $37.22 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $20.57 | $41.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.06 | $5.97 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Keene on Wednesday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Haverhill on Wednesday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Cloudy
76°F
Springfield, VT
47 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 97% of the route being high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch on the highway is 62.4 miles on I 91. Expect a consistent cruising experience for the majority of the drive. The transition to surface roads will occur gradually as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 91 and NH 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Central Square.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.3 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Square): Lane positioning matters here; near the start (Central Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
797 ft
Total Descent
644 ft
Highest Point
758 ft
~6.7 mi in
Elevation Range
338 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Keene, NH and Haverhill, NH, road signs point toward Fairlee and Orford New Hampshire.
Fairlee
Orford New Hampshire
Founded 1736
Keene is a city in southern New Hampshire.
Top landmarks
Founded 1763
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 93.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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