Origin
Cutler, ME
Late night in Cutler on Thursday
Local time
12:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cutler, ME to Calais, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
53.7 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Calais, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cutler, ME to Calais, ME covers 53.7 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Charlotte Road, Dixie Road, U.S. 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.8 miles on Charlotte Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.64 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
26.9 miles from Cutler, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 27m drive with frequent turns across 53.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Charlotte Road is the longest continuous segment at about 10.8 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 around 13.9 miles in near ME 189 / County Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.9 miles (ME 189 / County Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.6 miles (US 1 / Route 1): Navigation decision point; at 33.5 miles (ME 214 / Ayers Junction Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
13.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
ME 189 / County Road
At end of road, turn left onto ME 189 / County Road
Navigation decision point
4
19.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 1 / Route 1
At end of road, turn right onto US 1 / Route 1
Navigation decision point
4
33.5 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
ME 214 / Ayers Junction Road
Turn left onto ME 214 / Ayers Junction Road
Navigation decision point
4
39.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
Charlotte Road
Turn right onto Charlotte Road
Navigation decision point
5
53.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
Germain Street
Turn left onto Germain Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Road | 10.8 mi | 18m |
| Dixie Road | 7.3 mi | 12m |
| U.S. 1 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Ayers Junction Road | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| Number Nine Road | 6 mi | 9m |
| County Road | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| US Route 1 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| River Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Charlotte Road
— 10.8 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cutler, ME and Calais, ME.
1
Start on ME 191
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cutler Road
2
Continue on ME 191
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Number Nine Road
3
Continue on ME 191
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Cutler Road
4
Continue on ME 191
7.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Dixie Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto ME 189
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road
6
Continue on ME 189
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lubec Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 1
8
Continue on US 1
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
U.S. 1
9
Continue on US 1
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
River Road
10
Continue on US 1
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US Route 1
11
Turn left onto ME 214
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Ayers Junction Road
12
Turn right onto Charlotte Road
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Charlotte Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 1; ME 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Baring Street
14
Enter roundabout onto US 1; ME 9
67 ft
·
0 sec
·
Baring Street
15
Continue on US 1; ME 9
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Baring Street
16
Continue on US 1; ME 9
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Street
17
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Street
18
Turn left onto Germain Street
448 ft
·
19 sec
·
Germain Street
19
Arrive at destination
Germain 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 26.9 miles from Cutler, ME, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.8 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 12 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.9 miles or 43m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Calais, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cutler, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cutler, ME
This is one driving day of about 53.7 miles and 1h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Cutler, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Charlotte Road for about 10.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.9 mi from Cutler, ME · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 Calais, ME
The final approach into Calais, 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
$8.64 one way
$17.29 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.28 | $20.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.86 | $23.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Calais, ME
Late night in Calais on Thursday
Local time
12:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°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
3 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
1h 27m 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 Cutler, ME to Calais, ME covers 53.7 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Charlotte Road, Dixie Road, U.S. 1. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.9 miles from Cutler, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.64 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 1h 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.9 miles (ME 189 / County Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.6 miles (US 1 / Route 1): Navigation decision point; at 33.5 miles (ME 214 / Ayers Junction Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Cutler, ME to Calais, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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