Origin
Gerrishville, ME
Morning in Gerrishville on Thursday
Local time
10:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Gerrishville, ME to Bar Harbor, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
42.5 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bar Harbor, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gerrishville, ME to Bar Harbor, ME covers 42.5 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Gouldsboro Road, Highway 1, Downeast Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 42.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 3m drive with frequent turns across 42.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Gouldsboro Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Gerrishville, ME to Bar Harbor, ME is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gerrishville, ME to Bar Harbor, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Gouldsboro Road | — | — |
| Highway 1 | — | — |
| Downeast Highway | — | — |
| Myrick Street | — | — |
| High Street | — | — |
| Bar Harbor Road | — | — |
| Highway 102 | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Gouldsboro Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gerrishville, ME and Bar Harbor, ME.
1
Start on Summer Harbor Road
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Summer Harbor Road
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Gouldsboro Road
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Gouldsboro Road
3
Continue on South Gouldsboro Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Gouldsboro Road
4
Turn left onto US Highway 1
16 mi
·
23 min
·
US Highway 1
5
Continue on Downeast Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Downeast Highway
6
Continue on Downeast Highway
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Downeast Highway
7
Turn right onto Myrick Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Myrick Street
8
Turn left onto High Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
High Street
9
Continue on Bar Harbor Road
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Bar Harbor Road
10
Turn slight right onto State Highway 102
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 102
11
Continue on Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
12
Turn left onto Sound Drive
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Sound Drive
13
Turn left onto Eagle Lake Road
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Eagle Lake Road
14
Continue on Mount Desert Street
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Mount Desert Street
15
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.3 mi from Gerrishville, ME · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Gerrishville, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bar Harbor, ME
The final approach into Bar Harbor, 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
$6.84 one way
$13.68 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.14 | $16.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.38 | $18.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Bar Harbor, ME
Morning in Bar Harbor on Thursday
Local time
10:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°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.
Road read
1h 3m 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 Gerrishville, ME to Bar Harbor, ME covers 42.5 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Gouldsboro Road, Highway 1, Downeast Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.3 miles from Gerrishville, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.84 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 Gerrishville, ME to Bar Harbor, ME is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gerrishville, ME to Bar Harbor, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gerrishville, ME to Bar Harbor, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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