Origin
Bailey Corner, ME
Night in Bailey Corner on Wednesday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bailey Corner, ME to Sidney, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
30m
Distance
18.3 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bailey Corner, ME
Eyüpcan Timur
Sidney, ME
DeeP Singh
Trip Overview
The drive from Bailey Corner, ME to Sidney, ME covers 18.3 miles and takes about 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West River Road, River Road, Wiscasset Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.3 miles on West River Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.95 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
9.1 miles from Bailey Corner, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 30m drive with frequent turns across 18.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West River Road is the longest continuous segment at about 5.3 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 ME 27 / Wiscasset Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 6 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 (ME 27 / Wiscasset Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.7 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.7 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 27 / Wiscasset Road
Turn right onto ME 27 / Wiscasset Road
Navigation decision point
6
10.7 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East,...
3
10.7 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street
Right onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East,...
4
11.9 mi into trip
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~19m in
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ME 3 / Augusta Bypass
Turn left onto ME 3 / Augusta Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
13 mi into trip
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~20m in
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ME 104 / West River Road
Turn right onto ME 104 / West River Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bailey Corner, ME to Sidney, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Belfast along the way.
Belfast
10.7 mi in
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~17m
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via US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West River Road | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| River Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Wiscasset Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Water Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Hospital Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Augusta Bypass | 1 mi | 1m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Bangor Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West River Road
— 5.3 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bailey Corner, ME and Sidney, ME.
1
Start on Kelley Road
46 ft
·
2 sec
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Kelley Road
2
Turn right onto ME 27
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Wiscasset Road
3
Continue on ME 27
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Water Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on ME 9
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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River Road
5
Continue on ME 9
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hospital Street
6
Continue on ME 9; ME 17
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Stone Street
7
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
91 ft
·
1 sec
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Bangor Street
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
8
Continue on US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
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Bangor Street
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
9
Continue on US 201; ME 100
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto ME 3
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Augusta Bypass
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto ME 104
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
West River Road
12
Turn left onto Thayer Road
294 ft
·
12 sec
·
Thayer Road
13
Arrive at destination
Thayer Road
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 9.1 miles from Bailey Corner, ME, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.3 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 18 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.1 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sidney, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Bailey Corner, ME.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bailey Corner, ME
This is one driving day of about 18.3 miles and 30m.
At 18.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on West River Road for about 5.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.1 mi from Bailey Corner, ME · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.1 miles from Bailey Corner, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sidney, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sidney, ME if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.95 one way
$5.89 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.24 | $6.48 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.50 | $7.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Sidney, ME
Night in Sidney on Wednesday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
31 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
30m 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 Bailey Corner, ME to Sidney, ME covers 18.3 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West River Road, River Road, Wiscasset Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.1 miles from Bailey Corner, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.95 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 30m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 27 / Wiscasset Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.7 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.7 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Bailey Corner, ME to Sidney, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Belfast along the way.
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