Origin
Gerrishville, ME
Afternoon in Gerrishville on Thursday
Local time
2:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Gerrishville, ME to Ellsworth, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
41m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ellsworth, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gerrishville, ME to Ellsworth, ME covers 25 miles and takes about 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 1, South Gouldsboro Road, Summer Harbor Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.4 miles on US Highway 1. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 25 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Gerrishville, ME to Ellsworth, ME covers 25 miles and takes about 41m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near ME 186 / South Gouldsboro Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gerrishville, ME to Ellsworth, ME is easy. At 41m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (ME 186 / South Gouldsboro Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (US 1 / US Highway 1): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (Washington Junction Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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ME 186 / South Gouldsboro Road
At end of road, turn left onto ME 186 / South Gouldsboro Road
Navigation decision point
3
6.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 1 / US Highway 1
Turn left onto US 1 / US Highway 1
Navigation decision point
3
20.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
Washington Junction Road
Turn right onto Washington Junction Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 1 | 14.4 mi | 21m |
| South Gouldsboro Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Summer Harbor Road | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| Washington Junction Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 1
— 14.4 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gerrishville, ME and Ellsworth, ME.
1
Start on Summer Harbor Road
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Summer Harbor Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto ME 186
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Gouldsboro Road
3
Continue on ME 186
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Gouldsboro Road
4
Turn left onto US 1
14 mi
·
21 min
·
US Highway 1
5
Turn right onto Washington Junction Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Washington Junction Road
6
Continue on Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
7
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.5 mi from Gerrishville, ME · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.5 miles from Gerrishville, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ellsworth, ME
The final approach into Ellsworth, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Ellsworth, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.02 one way
$8.05 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.79 | $9.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Ellsworth, ME
Afternoon in Ellsworth on Thursday
Local time
2:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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.
Road read
41m 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 Ellsworth, ME covers 25 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 1, South Gouldsboro Road, Summer Harbor Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.5 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 $4.02 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 Ellsworth, ME is easy. At 41m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (ME 186 / South Gouldsboro Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (US 1 / US Highway 1): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (Washington Junction Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Gerrishville, ME to Ellsworth, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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