Origin
Easton, ME
Evening in Easton on Friday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Easton, ME to Madawaska, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
67.3 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Easton, ME
Isis Coronado
Madawaska, ME
Merve Tuncay
Trip Overview
The drive from Easton, ME to Madawaska, ME covers 67.3 miles and takes about 1h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hamlin Road, Van Buren Road, Houlton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.4 miles on Hamlin Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.83 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.
Midpoint
33.6 miles from Easton, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 67.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 48m drive with frequent turns across 67.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hamlin Road is the longest continuous segment at about 33.4 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 2.1 miles in near US 1A / Houlton Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Easton, ME to Madawaska, ME is easy. At 1h 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 1A / Houlton Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.3 miles (North 6th Avenue): 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
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 1A / Houlton Road
Turn left onto US 1A / Houlton Road
Navigation decision point
4
67.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
North 6th Avenue
Turn right onto North 6th Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hamlin Road | 33.4 mi | 57m |
| Van Buren Road | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| Houlton Road | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| Limestone Road | 8.4 mi | 12m |
| Center Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Fort Fairfield Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Presque Isle Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Hamlin Road
— 33.4 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Easton, ME and Madawaska, ME.
1
Start on Center Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Road
2
Turn left onto US 1A
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Houlton Road
3
Continue on US 1A; 167
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Presque Isle Street
4
Continue on US 1A
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Bridge Street
5
Continue on US 1A
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Limestone Road
6
Continue on US 1A
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Fort Fairfield Road
7
Continue on US 1A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on US 1A
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Van Buren Road
9
Continue on US 1A
33 mi
·
57 min
·
Hamlin Road
10
Turn right onto North 6th Avenue
47 ft
·
2 sec
·
North 6th Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
North 6th Avenue
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 33.6 miles from Easton, ME, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.4 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 15 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.6 miles or 50m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Madawaska, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Easton, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Easton, ME
This is one driving day of about 67.3 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Easton, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Hamlin Road for about 33.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.6 mi from Easton, ME · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from Easton, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Madawaska, ME
The final approach into Madawaska, 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
$10.83 one way
$21.67 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.92 | $23.84 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.89 | $25.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Madawaska, ME
Evening in Madawaska on Friday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
28°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Van Buren, ME
34 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
19 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 48m 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 Easton, ME to Madawaska, ME covers 67.3 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hamlin Road, Van Buren Road, Houlton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.6 miles from Easton, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.83 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 Easton, ME to Madawaska, ME is easy. At 1h 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 1A / Houlton Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.3 miles (North 6th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Easton, ME to Madawaska, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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