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Caribou, ME
Morning in Caribou on Friday
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9:38 AM
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Current temp
43°F
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Trip from Caribou, ME to Back Settlement, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
61.2 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Caribou, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Caribou, ME to Back Settlement, ME covers 61.2 miles and takes about 1h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on New Sweden Road, Caribou Road, Saint John Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.5 miles on New Sweden Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.85 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.
Midpoint
30.6 miles from Caribou, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 61.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 44m drive with frequent turns across 61.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Sweden Road is the longest continuous segment at about 19.5 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business / Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Caribou, ME to Back Settlement, ME is easy. At 1h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business / Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.8 miles (Bridge Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business / Main Street
Turn left onto ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business / Prospect Street
At end of road, turn left onto ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business / Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
4
41.8 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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Bridge Street
Turn left onto Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
5
42.8 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
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US 1; ME 161 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 1; ME 161 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
59.3 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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Sunset Drive
Turn sharp left onto Sunset Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Sweden Road | 19.5 mi | 28m |
| Caribou Road | 17.8 mi | 26m |
| Saint John Road | 10.3 mi | 18m |
| Main Street | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Sweden Street | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| West Main Street | 1.9 mi | 5m |
| Sunset Drive | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
New Sweden Road
— 19.5 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caribou, ME and Back Settlement, ME.
1
Start on this road
43 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn slight left onto ME 161B; ME 164
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Herschel Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business
274 ft
·
5 sec
·
Prospect Street
5
Continue on ME 161B
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Sweden Street
6
Continue on ME 161
20 mi
·
28 min
·
New Sweden Road
7
Continue on ME 161
18 mi
·
26 min
·
Caribou Road
8
Continue on ME 161
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Market Street
9
Turn left onto Bridge Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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Bridge Street
10
Turn right onto ME 11
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant Street
11
Turn left onto US 1; ME 161
1.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Continue on ME 161
10 mi
·
18 min
·
Saint John Road
13
Continue on ME 161
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Street
14
Turn sharp left onto Sunset Drive
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Sunset Drive
15
Arrive at destination
Sunset Drive
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 30.6 miles from Caribou, ME, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.5 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 13 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.6 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Back Settlement, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Caribou, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Caribou, ME
This is one driving day of about 61.2 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Caribou, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Sweden Road for about 19.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.6 mi from Caribou, ME · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Caribou, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Back Settlement, ME
The final approach into Back Settlement, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.85 one way
$19.70 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.84 | $21.68 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.72 | $23.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.51 | $27.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Back Settlement, ME
Morning in Back Settlement on Friday
Local time
9:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
2 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
1h 44m 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 Caribou, ME to Back Settlement, ME covers 61.2 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Sweden Road, Caribou Road, Saint John Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.6 miles from Caribou, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.85 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 Caribou, ME to Back Settlement, ME is easy. At 1h 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business / Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.8 miles (Bridge Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Caribou, ME to Back Settlement, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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