Origin
Hermon, ME
Late night in Hermon on Monday
Local time
5:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hermon, ME to Waterville, ME
Drive Time
1h
Distance
48.2 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
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6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hermon, ME
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Waterville, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hermon, ME to Waterville, ME covers 48.2 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Main Road, Route 2 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 36.1 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.72 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.1 miles from Hermon, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h highway drive covering 48.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Main Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 36.1 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 36.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Main Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 9.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 46.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles (ME 104 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
9.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
46.2 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward ME 104: Waterville, Winslow
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 130
Toward ME 104: Waterville, Winslow
4
46.5 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
ME 104 / Main Street
Turn left onto ME 104 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
47.7 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
US 201; ME 11; ME 100 / College Avenue
Turn right onto US 201; ME 11; ME 100 / College Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
48.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Post Office Square
Turn left onto Post Office Square
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 36.1 mi | 38m |
| Main Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Route 2 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Plymouth Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| College Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Chaplin Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Dixmont Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 36.1 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hermon, ME and Waterville, ME.
1
Start on Route 2
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Route 2
2
Continue on Main Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Road
3
Continue on Plymouth Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Plymouth Road
4
Turn left onto Dixmont Road
397 ft
·
10 sec
·
Dixmont Road
5
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
6
Merge slight left
36 mi
·
38 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward ME 104: Waterville, Winslow
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
ME 104: Waterville, Winslow
8
Turn left onto Main Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
9
Turn left onto Chaplin Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Chaplin Street
10
Turn right onto College Avenue
361 ft
·
10 sec
·
College Avenue
11
Continue on College Avenue
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
College Avenue
12
Continue on Elm Street
361 ft
·
18 sec
·
Elm Street
13
Turn left onto Post Office Square
43 ft
·
2 sec
·
Post Office Square
14
Arrive at your destination
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 24.1 miles from Hermon, ME, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.1 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 48.2 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.1 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waterville, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hermon, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hermon, ME
This is one driving day of about 48.2 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hermon, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 36.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.1 mi from Hermon, ME · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 48.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Hermon, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waterville, ME
The final approach into Waterville, 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 Waterville, 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
$7.72 one way
$15.43 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $8.46 | $16.92 |
| premium | $4.83 | $9.16 | $18.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.71 | $21.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.06 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Waterville, ME
Late night in Waterville on Monday
Local time
5:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
43°F
Brunswick, ME
24 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
3 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
1h 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 Hermon, ME to Waterville, ME covers 48.2 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Main Road, Route 2. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.1 miles from Hermon, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.72 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 1h drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 46.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles (ME 104 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hermon, ME to Waterville, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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