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 Winthrop, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
30m
Distance
20.8 mi
33 km
Drive Score
7/10
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 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 32m
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
Winthrop, ME
Alexa V. Mato
Trip Overview
The drive from Bailey Corner, ME to Winthrop, ME covers 20.8 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 US 202, Western Avenue, Water Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.7 miles on US 202. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.35 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
10.4 miles from Bailey Corner, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 30m drive with frequent turns across 20.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 202 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.7 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
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 5 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 4.5 miles (ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (US 201; ME 27 / Maine Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 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
5
4.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street
Turn left onto ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
4.7 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 201; ME 27 / Maine Avenue
Turn right onto US 201; ME 27 / Maine Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
3
10.3 mi into trip
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~16m in
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Capitol Street
Turn left onto Capitol Street
Navigation decision point
3
20.8 mi into trip
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~30m in
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Depot Street
Turn left onto Depot Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Western Avenue | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Water Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Wiscasset Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Maine Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Capitol Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 4.7 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bailey Corner, ME and Winthrop, ME.
1
Start on Kelley Road
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
Kelley Road
2
Turn right onto ME 27
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Wiscasset Road
3
Continue on ME 27
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Water Street
4
Turn left onto ME 9; ME 27; ME 126
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Turn right onto US 201; ME 27
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Maine Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on US 201; ME 27
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Water Street
7
Continue on US 201; ME 27
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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State Street
8
Turn left onto Capitol Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Capitol Street
9
Turn straight onto Armory Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Armory Street
10
Turn left onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Western Avenue
11
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.7 mi
·
5 min
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US 202; ME 11; ME 100
12
Turn slight right onto Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
13
Turn left onto Depot Street
59 ft
·
2 sec
·
Depot Street
14
Arrive at destination
Depot Street
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 10.4 miles from Bailey Corner, ME, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.7 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 20.8 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.4 miles or 16m 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 Winthrop, 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 20.8 miles and 30m.
At 20.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 202 for about 4.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.4 mi from Bailey Corner, ME · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.4 miles from Bailey Corner, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Winthrop, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Winthrop, 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
$3.35 one way
$6.70 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.68 | $7.37 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.98 | $7.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.59 | $9.18 |
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: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Winthrop, ME
Night in Winthrop on Wednesday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
NE 0 to 10 mph
39% chance
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
1 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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bailey Corner, ME to Winthrop, ME covers 20.8 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 202, Western Avenue, Water Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.4 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 $3.35 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 5 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 4.5 miles (ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (US 201; ME 27 / Maine Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bailey Corner, ME to Winthrop, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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