Origin
Jackman, ME
Late night in Jackman on Friday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Jackman, ME to Fairfield, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
88 mi
142 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jackman, ME
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Fairfield, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jackman, ME to Fairfield, ME covers 88 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 US Route 201, North Main Street, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32 miles on US Route 201. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.17 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
44 miles from Jackman, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 88 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 (36%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Jackman, ME to Fairfield, ME covers 88 miles and takes about 1h 48m, 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 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Route 201 is the longest continuous segment at about 32 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 0.1 miles in near US 201; ME 6 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jackman, ME to Fairfield, ME is easy. At 1h 48m with 36% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 201; ME 6 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 72.5 miles (US 201 / Waterville Road): Navigation decision point; at 87.6 miles (ME 139 / Western Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 201; ME 6 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 201; ME 6 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
72.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
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US 201 / Waterville Road
Turn left onto US 201 / Waterville Road
Navigation decision point
5
87.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
ME 139 / Western Avenue
Turn right onto ME 139 / Western Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
87.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
Newhall Street
Turn left onto Newhall Street
Navigation decision point
5
87.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
Lawrence Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Lawrence Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Route 201 | 32 mi | 36m |
| North Main Street | 15.3 mi | 17m |
| Main Street | 9.2 mi | 10m |
| Canada Road | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Skowhegan Road | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| Waterville Road | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Bingham Road | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Madison Avenue | 1.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US Route 201
— 32 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackman, ME and Fairfield, ME.
1
Start on Forest Street
184 ft
·
8 sec
·
Forest Street
2
Turn straight onto Spruce Street
247 ft
·
12 sec
·
Spruce Street
3
Turn right onto US 201; ME 6
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 201
32 mi
·
36 min
·
US Route 201
5
Continue on US 201
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Canada Road
6
Continue on US 201
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Jackman Road
7
Continue on US 201; ME 16
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on US 201
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
River Road
9
Continue on US 201
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Bingham Road
10
Continue on US 201
15 mi
·
17 min
·
North Main Street
11
Continue on US 201
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Madison Avenue
12
Turn left onto US 201
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Waterville Road
13
Continue on US 201
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Skowhegan Road
14
Continue on US 201
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Main Street
15
Turn right onto ME 139
329 ft
·
17 sec
·
Western Avenue
16
Turn left onto Newhall Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Newhall Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto Lawrence Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Lawrence Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Lawrence Avenue
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 44 miles from Jackman, ME, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32 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 19 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44 miles or 50m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairfield, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Jackman, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jackman, ME
This is one driving day of about 88 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Jackman, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US Route 201 for about 32 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44 mi from Jackman, ME · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44 miles from Jackman, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairfield, ME
The final approach into Fairfield, 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
$14.17 one way
$28.33 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.59 | $31.17 |
| premium | $4.86 | $16.85 | $33.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.43 | $38.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.32 | $5.63 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Fairfield, ME
Late night in Fairfield on Friday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Solon, ME
44 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
9 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 48m 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 Jackman, ME to Fairfield, ME covers 88 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Route 201, North Main Street, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44 miles from Jackman, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.17 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 Jackman, ME to Fairfield, ME is easy. At 1h 48m with 36% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 201; ME 6 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 72.5 miles (US 201 / Waterville Road): Navigation decision point; at 87.6 miles (ME 139 / Western Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Jackman, ME to Fairfield, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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