Origin
Dexter, ME
Morning in Dexter on Saturday
Local time
11:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dexter, ME to Hampden, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
40.3 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
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.
Dexter, ME
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Hampden, ME
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Trip Overview
Dexter, ME to Hampden, ME is 40.3 miles and takes about 53 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays entirely within the Northeast region and the state of Maine, making it a straightforward local journey. You'll experience a mixed drive that's mostly highway, so it's a quick and efficient way to get from point A to point B. Consider this route for a simple, hassle-free drive when you need to cover a moderate distance without a significant time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 40.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This 40.3-mile drive features a 57% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads like I 95. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 22.3 miles on I 95, offering a period of consistent speed. While the main roads include Dexter Road and Moosehead Trail, the profile is described as a mixed drive, suggesting a transition from local roads to the interstate. Expect a drive that starts on potentially more local thoroughfares before merging onto quicker highway travel for the bulk of the journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.2 miles in near Ox Bow Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 53m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.2 miles (Ox Bow Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 37.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
14.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Ox Bow Road
Enter roundabout onto Ox Bow Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
14.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
37.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward Cold Brook Road, Hermon, Hampden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 180
Toward Cold Brook Road, Hermon, Hampden
4
37.6 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
Coldbrook Road
Turn right onto Coldbrook Road
Navigation decision point
4
39.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
ME 9 Business / Western Avenue
Turn left onto ME 9 Business / Western Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Dexter, ME to Hampden, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Hermon along the way.
Hermon
37.2 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 22.3 mi | 23m |
| Dexter Road | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| Moosehead Trail | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Coldbrook Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Newport Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Corinna Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Spring Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| US 202 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 22.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dexter, ME and Hampden, ME.
1
Start on ME 7
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
2
Continue on ME 7
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Corinna Road
3
Continue on ME 7
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Dexter Road
4
Continue on ME 7; ME 11
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Newport Road
5
Continue on ME 7; ME 11
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Moosehead Trail
6
Enter roundabout onto Ox Bow Road
142 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ox Bow Road
7
Continue on Ox Bow Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ox Bow Road
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
9
Merge onto I 95
22 mi
·
23 min
·
I 95
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 180
Toward Cold Brook Road, Hermon, Hampden
11
Turn right onto Coldbrook Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Coldbrook Road
12
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
13
Merge onto US 202; ME 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 202; ME 9
14
Turn left onto ME 9 Business
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Canoe Club Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Dexter, ME · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Dexter, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hampden, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hampden, 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
$6.49 one way
$12.98 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.14 | $14.28 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.72 | $15.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.90 | $17.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Hampden, ME
Morning in Hampden on Saturday
Local time
11:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
33°F
Palmyra, ME
20 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
21 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
53m 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 Dexter, ME to Hampden, ME covers 40.3 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Dexter Road, Moosehead Trail. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.1 miles from Dexter, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.49 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 53m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.2 miles (Ox Bow Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 37.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Dexter, ME to Hampden, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Hermon along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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