Origin
Medford, ME
Evening in Medford on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Medford, ME to Guilford, ME
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
30.3 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Guilford, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Medford, ME to Guilford, ME covers 30.3 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Milo Road, Water Street, North Road 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 $4.88 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
15.2 miles from Medford, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 7m drive with frequent turns across 30.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 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 Guilford, ME is easy. At 1h 7m 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 6; ME 15; ME 16 / West 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 6; ME 15; ME 16 / West Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Milo Road | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Water Street | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| North Road | 5.4 mi | 20m |
| Main Street | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Medford Road | 2.5 mi | 9m |
| West Main Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Street | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| Summer Street | 1.2 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 Guilford, 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
·
12 sec
·
North Street
9
At end of road, turn right onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
10
Continue on ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Water Street
11
Arrive at destination
ME 6; ME 15; ME 16; ME 150
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 15.2 miles from Medford, ME, or about 44m 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 30 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.2 miles or 44m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Guilford, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Medford, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Medford, ME
This is one driving day of about 30.3 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Medford, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 15.2 mi from Medford, ME · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Medford, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Guilford, ME
The final approach into Guilford, 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
$4.88 one way
$9.76 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.37 | $10.73 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.80 | $11.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.69 | $13.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Guilford, ME
Evening in Guilford on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
3 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
1h 7m 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 Guilford, ME covers 30.3 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Milo Road, Water Street, North Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 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 $4.88 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 Guilford, ME is easy. At 1h 7m 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 6; ME 15; ME 16 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Medford, ME to Guilford, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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