Origin
Medford, ME
Evening in Medford on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Medford, ME to Dover-Foxcroft, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
22.6 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dover-Foxcroft, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Medford, ME to Dover-Foxcroft, ME covers 22.6 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Milo Road, North Road, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.6 miles on Milo Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.64 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
11.3 miles from Medford, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 55m drive with frequent turns across 22.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Milo Road is the longest continuous segment at about 8.6 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Road.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Medford, ME to Dover-Foxcroft, ME is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 22.4 miles (ME 15 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Road
Turn sharp left onto North Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
22.4 mi into trip
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~55m in
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ME 15 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Milo Road | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| North Road | 5.4 mi | 20m |
| Main Street | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Medford Road | 2.5 mi | 9m |
| Pleasant Street | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| Summer Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Milo Road
— 8.6 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Medford, ME and Dover-Foxcroft, ME.
1
Start on Railroad Bed Road
176 ft
·
15 sec
·
Railroad Bed Road
2
Turn sharp left onto North Road
5.4 mi
·
20 min
·
North Road
3
Continue on Medford Road
2.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Medford Road
4
Turn straight onto Pleasant Street
1.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Pleasant Street
5
Turn straight onto ME 11
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Milo Road
7
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Summer Street
8
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
463 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Street
9
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
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 11.3 miles from Medford, ME, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.6 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 22.6 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.3 miles or 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dover-Foxcroft, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Medford, ME.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Medford, ME
This is one driving day of about 22.6 miles and 55m.
At 22.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Milo Road for about 8.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.3 mi from Medford, ME · 38m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.3 miles from Medford, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dover-Foxcroft, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Dover-Foxcroft, 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
$3.64 one way
$7.28 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.00 | $8.01 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
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: 7.9 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 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.45 |
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
Dover-Foxcroft, ME
Evening in Dover-Foxcroft on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
31°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
33 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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 Medford, ME to Dover-Foxcroft, ME covers 22.6 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Milo Road, North Road, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.3 miles from Medford, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.64 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 Medford, ME to Dover-Foxcroft, ME is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 22.4 miles (ME 15 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Medford, ME to Dover-Foxcroft, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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