Origin
Cutler, ME
Late night in Cutler on Thursday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cutler, ME to Machias, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
30m
Distance
16.9 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Machias, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cutler, ME to Machias, ME covers 16.9 miles and takes about 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Cutler Road, Main Street, Court Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.6 miles on Cutler Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.72 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
8.5 miles from Cutler, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 30m drive with frequent turns across 16.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cutler Road is the longest continuous segment at about 12.6 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 around 12.6 miles in near Water Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cutler, ME to Machias, ME is easy. At 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.6 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (US 1 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
12.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
Water Street
Turn left onto Water Street
Navigation decision point
3
12.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 1 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 1 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cutler Road | 12.6 mi | 23m |
| Main Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Court Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Water Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Willow Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Cutler Road
— 12.6 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cutler, ME and Machias, ME.
1
Start on ME 191
13 mi
·
23 min
·
Cutler Road
2
Turn left onto Water Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Water Street
3
Continue on Willow Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Willow Street
4
Turn left onto US 1
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
5
Turn slight right onto US 1A
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Court Street
6
Arrive at destination
US 1A
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 8.5 miles from Cutler, ME, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.6 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 16.9 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.5 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Machias, 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 16.9 miles and 30m.
At 16.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Cutler Road for about 12.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.5 mi from Cutler, ME · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.5 miles from Cutler, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Machias, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Machias, 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
$2.72 one way
$5.44 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.99 | $5.99 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.24 | $6.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.73 | $7.46 |
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: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Machias, ME
Late night in Machias on Thursday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°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
4 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
30m 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 Machias, ME covers 16.9 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cutler Road, Main Street, Court Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 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 $2.72 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 Cutler, ME to Machias, ME is easy. At 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.6 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (US 1 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Cutler, ME to Machias, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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