Origin
Georgetown, ME
Evening in Georgetown on Wednesday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Georgetown, ME to Brightwater, ME
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
18.8 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, ME
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Brightwater, ME
Vladislav Nahorny
Trip Overview
The drive from Georgetown, ME to Brightwater, ME covers 18.8 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Arrowsic Road, Five Islands Road, Meadowbrook Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.7 miles on Arrowsic Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.03 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
9.4 miles from Georgetown, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 51m drive with frequent turns across 18.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Arrowsic Road is the longest continuous segment at about 4.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 9.2 miles in near US 1; ME 127 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles (US 1; ME 127 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 10 miles (Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
9.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 1; ME 127 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 1; ME 127 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
9.7 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
10 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Washington Street
Turn left onto Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / uturn lanes.
4
11.3 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
ME 209 / High Street
At end of road, turn left onto ME 209 / High Street
Navigation decision point
4
17.6 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
Brightwater Road
Turn right onto Brightwater Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arrowsic Road | 4.7 mi | 11m |
| Five Islands Road | 4.3 mi | 10m |
| Meadowbrook Road | 2.2 mi | 8m |
| High Street | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Campbells Pond Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Washington Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Brightwater Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Arrowsic Road
— 4.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, ME and Brightwater, ME.
1
Start on ME 127
4.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Five Islands Road
2
Continue on ME 127
4.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Arrowsic Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
4
Turn right onto US 1; ME 127
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Main Street
5
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Leeman Highway
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
7
Continue on Vine Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Vine Street
8
Turn left onto Washington Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Street
Use the left / uturn lanes.
9
Turn right onto Marshall Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Marshall Street
10
At end of road, turn left onto ME 209
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
High Street
11
Continue on High Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
12
Continue on Campbells Pond Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Campbells Pond Road
13
Continue on Campbells Pond Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Campbells Pond Road
14
Continue on Campbells Pond Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Campbells Pond Road
15
Continue on Meadowbrook Road
2.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Meadowbrook Road
16
Turn right onto Brightwater Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Brightwater Road
17
Turn straight onto The Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
The Boulevard
18
Arrive at destination
The Boulevard
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 9.4 miles from Georgetown, ME, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.7 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 18.8 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.4 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brightwater, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Georgetown, ME.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Georgetown, ME
This is one driving day of about 18.8 miles and 51m.
At 18.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Arrowsic Road for about 4.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.4 mi from Georgetown, ME · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.4 miles from Georgetown, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brightwater, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Brightwater, 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
$3.03 one way
$6.05 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.33 | $6.66 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.15 | $8.30 |
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: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Brightwater, ME
Evening in Brightwater on Wednesday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
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
51m 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 Georgetown, ME to Brightwater, ME covers 18.8 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arrowsic Road, Five Islands Road, Meadowbrook Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.4 miles from Georgetown, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.03 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 51m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles (US 1; ME 127 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 10 miles (Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Georgetown, ME to Brightwater, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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