Origin
Canaan, ME
Evening in Canaan on Wednesday
Local time
5:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canaan, ME to North New Portland, ME
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
32 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canaan, ME
Joshuan Barboza
North New Portland, ME
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
The drive from Canaan, ME to North New Portland, ME covers 32 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Canaan Road, Water Street, High Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.15 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
16 miles from Canaan, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 32 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Canaan Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Canaan, ME to North New Portland, ME is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Canaan, ME to North New Portland, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Canaan Road | — | — |
| Water Street | — | — |
| High Street | — | — |
| North Avenue | — | — |
| Jewett Street | — | — |
| Madison Avenue | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| White School House Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Canaan Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canaan, ME and North New Portland, ME.
1
Start on Main Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on Canaan Road
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Canaan Road
3
Continue on Water Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
4
Turn slight right onto High Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
High Street
5
Turn right onto North Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Avenue
6
Turn left onto Jewett Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Jewett Street
7
At the end of the road, turn right onto Madison Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Avenue
8
Continue on South Main Street
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
9
Turn left onto White School House Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
White School House Road
10
Continue on Main Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
11
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
12
Continue on River Road
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
River Road
13
Turn left onto Elm Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Elm Street
14
Continue on New Portland Road
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
New Portland Road
15
Continue on Meadow Brook Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Meadow Brook Road
16
Arrive at your destination
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 16 miles from Canaan, ME, or about 26m into the drive.
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 32 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16 miles or 26m 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 North New Portland, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Canaan, ME.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Canaan, ME
This is one driving day of about 32 miles and 52m.
At 32 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16 mi from Canaan, ME · 26m into the drive
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
Arriving in North New Portland, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into North New Portland, 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
$5.15 one way
$10.30 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.67 | $11.34 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 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 | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
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
North New Portland, ME
Evening in North New Portland on Wednesday
Local time
5:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Anson, ME
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
31 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
52m 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 Canaan, ME to North New Portland, ME covers 32 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Canaan Road, Water Street, High Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16 miles from Canaan, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.15 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.
The drive from Canaan, ME to North New Portland, ME is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Canaan, ME to North New Portland, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Canaan, ME to North New Portland, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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