Origin
East Machias, ME
Morning in East Machias on Thursday
Local time
11:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Machias, ME to Pembroke, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
42m
Distance
28.1 mi
45 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Machias, ME
Jeffrey Eisen
Trip Overview
The drive from East Machias, ME to Pembroke, ME covers 28.1 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 1, U.S. 1, US Route 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.2 miles on Route 1. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 28.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 42m highway drive covering 28.1 miles, with most of the trip on Route 1 and U.S. 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 10.2 miles on Route 1.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Route 1 and U.S. 1. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 27.6 miles in near High Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from East Machias, ME to Pembroke, ME is easy. At 42m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 27.6 miles (High Street): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles (Liberty Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles (Old County Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
27.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
High Street
Turn right onto High Street
Navigation decision point
5
28 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
Liberty Hill Road
At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Hill Road
Navigation decision point
6
28 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
Old County Road
Turn sharp right onto Old County Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 1 | 10.2 mi | 14m |
| U.S. 1 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| US Route 1 | 5 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| River Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| High Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Liberty Hill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old County Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Route 1
— 10.2 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Machias, ME and Pembroke, ME.
1
Start on US 1
305 ft
·
5 sec
·
Route 1
2
Turn slight left onto US 1
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on US 1
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Route 1
4
Continue on US 1
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
U.S. 1
5
Continue on US 1
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
River Road
6
Continue on US 1
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US Route 1
7
Turn right onto High Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Hill Road
498 ft
·
28 sec
·
Liberty Hill Road
9
Turn sharp right onto Old County Road
297 ft
·
12 sec
·
Old County Road
10
Arrive at destination
Old County Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.52 one way
$9.05 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.98 | $9.95 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.38 | $10.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.20 | $12.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Pembroke, ME
Morning in Pembroke on Thursday
Local time
11:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
21°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
27 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
42m 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 East Machias, ME to Pembroke, ME covers 28.1 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 1, U.S. 1, US Route 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.1 miles from East Machias, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.52 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 East Machias, ME to Pembroke, ME is easy. At 42m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 27.6 miles (High Street): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles (Liberty Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles (Old County Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
The route from East Machias, ME to Pembroke, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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