Origin
Farmington, ME
Afternoon in Farmington on Thursday
Local time
12:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
55.8 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmington, ME
Stephen Andrews
The drive from Farmington, ME to Davis Town, ME covers 55.8 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 Main Street, Rangeley Road, Fairbanks Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.7 miles on Main Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.98 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
27.9 miles from Farmington, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 55.8 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 (1%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 1h 48m drive with frequent turns across 55.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 early in the drive near ME 4; ME 27 / Main Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Farmington, ME to Davis Town, ME is easy. At 1h 48m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 4; ME 27 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 46.5 miles (ME 16 / Wilsons Mills Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto ME 4; ME 27 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto ME 16 / Wilsons Mills Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 18.7 mi | 29m |
| Rangeley Road | 15.4 mi | 22m |
| Fairbanks Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| Farmington Road | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Kennebago River Road | 3.9 mi | 15m |
| Boy Scout Road | 2.6 mi | 10m |
| Phillips Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Sportsmans Road | 1.4 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington, ME and Davis Town, ME.
Start on ME 43
Turn right onto ME 4; ME 27
Continue on ME 4; ME 27
Continue on ME 4
Continue on ME 4
Continue on ME 4
Continue on ME 4
Continue on ME 4; ME 142
Continue on ME 4
Turn right onto ME 16
Turn slight right onto Boy Scout Road
Continue on ITS 84
Continue on Kennebago River Road
Arrive at destination
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.
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 12 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.9 miles or 43m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Davis Town, ME than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Farmington, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Farmington, ME
This is one driving day of about 55.8 miles and 1h 48m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.9 mi from Farmington, ME · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Farmington, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Davis Town, 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.
Regular Gas
$8.98 one way
$17.97 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.88 | $19.77 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Farmington on Thursday
Local time
12:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Davis Town on Thursday
Local time
12:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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