Origin
Lower Mill, ME
Late night in Lower Mill on Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lower Mill, ME to Fairfield, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
33m
Distance
22.8 mi
37 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfield, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lower Mill, ME to Fairfield, ME covers 22.8 miles and takes about 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Wood Road, Beckwith Road, North Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.67 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
11.4 miles from Lower Mill, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 33m drive with frequent turns across 22.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wood 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 Lower Mill, ME to Fairfield, ME is easy. At 33m 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 Lower Mill, ME to Fairfield, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Road | — | — |
| Beckwith Road | — | — |
| North Avenue | — | — |
| High Street | — | — |
| Madison Avenue | — | — |
| Waterville Road | — | — |
| Skowhegan Road | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Wood Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lower Mill, ME and Fairfield, ME.
1
Start on Lower Mills Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lower Mills Road
2
Continue on Wood Road
1.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Wood Road
3
Turn right onto Beckwith Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Beckwith Road
4
Continue on North Avenue
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Avenue
5
Turn right onto High Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
High Street
6
Turn left onto Madison Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Avenue
7
Turn left onto Waterville Road
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Waterville Road
8
Continue on Skowhegan Road
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Skowhegan Road
9
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
10
Turn right onto Western Avenue
328 ft
·
18 sec
·
Western Avenue
11
Turn left onto Newhall Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Newhall Street
12
At the end of the road, turn right onto Lawrence Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Lawrence Avenue
13
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 11.4 miles from Lower Mill, ME, or about 16m into the drive.
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 22.8 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.4 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairfield, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Lower Mill, ME.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lower Mill, ME
This is one driving day of about 22.8 miles and 33m.
At 22.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.4 mi from Lower Mill, ME · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.4 miles from Lower Mill, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairfield, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Fairfield, 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
$3.67 one way
$7.34 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.37 | $8.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.03 | $10.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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 Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
24 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
33m 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 Lower Mill, ME to Fairfield, ME covers 22.8 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wood Road, Beckwith Road, North Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.4 miles from Lower Mill, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.67 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 Lower Mill, ME to Fairfield, ME is easy. At 33m 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 Lower Mill, ME to Fairfield, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lower Mill, ME to Fairfield, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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