Origin
Unity, NH
Late night in Unity on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Unity, NH to Keene, NH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Unity, NH
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Keene, NH
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Unity to Keene, New Hampshire, expect a straightforward 31.3-mile journey that typically takes about 54 minutes to complete. This drive is best handled as a simple day trip, as the distance is short enough that you will not need to plan for overnight stays. You should budget approximately $5 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. Because the route is primarily highway-focused, it functions well as a direct transit option rather than a multi-day excursion. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, the efficiency of this route makes it a practical choice for your schedule.
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.
1
Start on 2nd NH Turnpike
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
2nd NH Turnpike
2
Continue on Lempster Street
3.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Lempster Street
3
Continue on 2nd New Hampshire Turnpike
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
2nd New Hampshire Turnpike
4
Turn right onto NH 10
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
NH Route 10
5
Continue on NH 10
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Route 10
6
Continue on NH 10; NH 123
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 10
7
Continue on NH 10
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Gilsum Road
8
Continue on NH 10
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 10
9
Turn straight onto NH 10
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Route 10
10
Continue on NH 10
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 10
11
Turn right onto NH 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 9
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto Washington Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Central Square
218 ft
·
7 sec
·
Central Square
14
Continue on Central Square
248 ft
·
8 sec
·
Central Square
15
Turn left onto Roxbury Street
126 ft
·
2 sec
·
Roxbury Street
16
Arrive at destination
Roxbury Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Unity, NH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 31.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
7.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
NH 10 / NH Route 10
Turn right onto NH 10 / NH Route 10
Navigation decision point
5
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.
6
29.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
Washington Street
Turn left onto Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
31.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Central Square
Turn right onto Central Square
Navigation decision point
4
31.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Roxbury Street
Turn left onto Roxbury Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.04 one way
$10.08 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.54 | $11.09 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.99 | $11.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$0
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $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
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Keene, NH
Late night in Keene on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Walpole, NH
16 mi in
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
16 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
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.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a consistent experience on this drive, which relies heavily on Route 10 to carry you through the state. With a 75% highway share, you will spend the majority of your time maintaining a steady pace along the main thoroughfare. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 7.6 miles on Route 10, providing a predictable rhythm to your travel. While the road is classified as a highway-focused drive, it remains manageable and avoids the intensity of high-speed interstates. You will find that the road maintains a steady character from start to finish, keeping your focus on the road ahead.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.6 mi on Route 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,466 ft
482 ft
Total Climb
387 ft
Total Descent
1,370 ft
Highest Point
1,466 ft
Elevation Range
983 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.6 miles on Route 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.25 in tolls one way, starting with 2nd NH Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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: 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.
Yes — Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Keene, NH before heading back.
How this page is built
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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