Origin
Brightwater, ME
Evening in Brightwater on Wednesday
Local time
5:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brightwater, ME to Georgetown, ME
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
19.2 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brightwater, ME
Vladislav Nahorny
Georgetown, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brightwater, ME to Georgetown, ME covers 19.2 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Arrowsic Road, Five Islands Road, Berrys Mill Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.7 miles on Arrowsic Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.09 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
9.6 miles from Brightwater, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 51m drive with frequent turns across 19.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Arrowsic Road 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. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Brightwater Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.2 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.3 miles (Brightwater Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.2 miles (Meadowbrook Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (State Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Brightwater Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Brightwater Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Meadowbrook Road
At end of road, turn left onto Meadowbrook Road
Navigation decision point
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
State Road
Enter roundabout onto State Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
8.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the ramp toward US 1 North
Navigation decision point
Toward US 1 North
4
10.2 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
ME 127 / Arrowsic Road
At end of road, turn left onto ME 127 / Arrowsic Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arrowsic Road | 4.7 mi | 11m |
| Five Islands Road | 4.3 mi | 10m |
| Berrys Mill Road | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| Meadowbrook Road | 2.2 mi | 8m |
| Campbells Pond Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Leeman Highway | 1 mi | 2m |
| Brightwater Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| State Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Arrowsic Road
— 4.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brightwater, ME and Georgetown, ME.
1
Start on The Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
The Boulevard
2
Keep slight right at fork onto Brightwater Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Brightwater Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Meadowbrook Road
2.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Meadowbrook Road
4
Continue on Campbells Pond Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Campbells Pond Road
5
Continue on Campbells Pond Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Campbells Pond Road
6
Turn left onto Berrys Mill Road
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Berrys Mill Road
7
Turn right onto State Road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
State Road
8
Enter roundabout onto State Road
82 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Road
9
Continue on State Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Road
10
Take the ramp
306 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 1 North
11
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Leeman Highway
Use the straight / slight right / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 1
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
13
Take the exit
171 ft
·
4 sec
14
Turn right onto ME 127
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Wilder Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto ME 127
4.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Arrowsic Road
16
Continue on ME 127
4.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Five Islands Road
17
Arrive at destination
ME 127
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 9.6 miles from Brightwater, ME, or about 28m 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 19 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.6 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Georgetown, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Brightwater, ME.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brightwater, ME
This is one driving day of about 19.2 miles and 51m.
At 19.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Arrowsic Road for about 4.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.6 mi from Brightwater, ME · 28m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.6 miles from Brightwater, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Georgetown, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Georgetown, 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
$3.09 one way
$6.18 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.68 | $7.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
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: 6.7 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 | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
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
Georgetown, ME
Evening in Georgetown on Wednesday
Local time
5:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
21 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
51m 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 Brightwater, ME to Georgetown, ME covers 19.2 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arrowsic Road, Five Islands Road, Berrys Mill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.6 miles from Brightwater, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.09 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Brightwater Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.2 miles (Meadowbrook Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (State Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Brightwater, ME to Georgetown, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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