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 Lubec, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
33m
Distance
19.3 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 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lubec, ME
Mikhail Nilov
Trip Overview
The drive from Cutler, ME to Lubec, ME covers 19.3 miles and takes about 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dixie Road, Number Nine Road, County Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.3 miles on Dixie Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.11 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
9.7 miles from Cutler, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 33m drive with frequent turns across 19.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dixie Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.3 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 33m drive. You will face about 4 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 18.8 miles (ME 189 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.2 miles (Pleasant Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
13.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
ME 189 / County Road
At end of road, turn right onto ME 189 / County Road
Navigation decision point
3
18.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
ME 189 / Washington Street
Turn right onto ME 189 / Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
19.2 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
Pleasant Street
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
Navigation decision point
5
19.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
School Street
Turn right onto School Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dixie Road | 7.3 mi | 12m |
| Number Nine Road | 6 mi | 9m |
| County Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Cutler Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Washington Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| School Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Dixie Road
— 7.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cutler, ME and Lubec, 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 right onto ME 189
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road
6
Continue on ME 189
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
7
Turn right onto ME 189
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Washington Street
8
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Pleasant Street
9
Turn right onto School Street
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
School Street
10
Arrive at destination
School 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 9.7 miles from Cutler, ME, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.3 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.7 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lubec, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Cutler, ME.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cutler, ME
This is one driving day of about 19.3 miles and 33m.
At 19.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Dixie Road for about 7.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.7 mi from Cutler, ME · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.7 miles from Cutler, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lubec, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lubec, 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
$3.11 one way
$6.21 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.42 | $6.84 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.70 | $7.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.26 | $8.52 |
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: 6.8 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 | $2.03 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.24 |
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
Lubec, ME
Late night in Lubec on Thursday
Local time
12:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
33m 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 Lubec, ME covers 19.3 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dixie Road, Number Nine Road, County Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.7 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 $3.11 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 33m drive. You will face about 4 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 18.8 miles (ME 189 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.2 miles (Pleasant Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Cutler, ME to Lubec, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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