Origin
Madison, ME
Late night in Madison on Wednesday
Local time
3:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, ME to Blair, ME
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
73.2 mi
118 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
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6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Madison, ME to Blair, ME covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 30m 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, Main Street, Canada Road 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 $11.78 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
36.6 miles from Madison, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Madison, ME to Blair, ME covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 30m, 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 17 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 early in the drive near US 201A / Main Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Madison, ME to Blair, ME is easy. At 1h 30m with 44% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 201A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 201A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (US 201A; ME 8 / Ferry Street): 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.
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0 mi into trip
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US 201A / Main Street
Turn left onto US 201A / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 201A / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 201A / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
11.9 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 201A; ME 8 / Ferry Street
Turn right onto US 201A; ME 8 / Ferry Street
Navigation decision point
4
13 mi into trip
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~19m in
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US 201 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 201 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
69.6 mi into trip
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~1h 24m in
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ME 6; ME 15 / Long Pond Road
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 15 / Long Pond Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Route 201 | 32 mi | 36m |
| Main Street | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Canada Road | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Solon Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| Bingham Road | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| River Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Long Pond Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| North Main Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US Route 201
— 32 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, ME and Blair, ME.
1
Start on US 201A
56 ft
·
9 sec
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Madison Road
2
Turn left onto US 201A
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
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Main Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 201A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
4
Continue on US 201A; ME 8
3.7 mi
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5 min
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River Road
5
Continue on US 201A; ME 8
0.5 mi
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43 sec
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North Main Street
6
Continue on US 201A; ME 8; ME 16
6.3 mi
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9 min
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Solon Road
7
Turn right onto US 201A; ME 8
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Ferry Street
8
Turn left onto US 201
2.0 mi
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2 min
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North Main Street
9
Continue on US 201
4.6 mi
·
5 min
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Bingham Road
10
Continue on US 201
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
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River Road
11
Continue on US 201
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
12
Continue on US 201
0.3 mi
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23 sec
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Jackman Road
13
Continue on US 201
8.8 mi
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9 min
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Canada Road
14
Continue on US 201
32 mi
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36 min
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US Route 201
15
Continue on US 201
7.1 mi
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8 min
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Main Street
16
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 15
3.6 mi
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6 min
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Long Pond Road
17
Arrive at destination
ME 6; ME 15
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 36.6 miles from Madison, ME, or about 46m 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 73.2 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 46m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blair, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Madison, 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 Madison, ME
This is one driving day of about 73.2 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Madison, 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 US Route 201 for about 32 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.6 mi from Madison, ME · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Madison, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blair, ME
The final approach into Blair, 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 Blair, 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
$11.78 one way
$23.57 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.97 | $25.93 |
| premium | $4.86 | $14.02 | $28.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.16 | $32.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Blair, ME
Late night in Blair on Wednesday
Local time
3:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Brunswick, ME
37 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
16 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 30m 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 Madison, ME to Blair, ME covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Route 201, Main Street, Canada Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Madison, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.78 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 Madison, ME to Blair, ME is easy. At 1h 30m with 44% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 201A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 201A / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (US 201A; ME 8 / Ferry Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Madison, ME to Blair, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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