Southern Spoon
Near the end, right off the route
Brewer, Maine
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+12074019115
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
79.4 mi
128 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Millinocket, ME
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Goodale Corner, ME
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The drive from Millinocket, ME to Goodale Corner, ME covers 79.4 miles and takes about 1h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Main Street, Route 157 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.5 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.78 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.
Midpoint
39.7 miles from Millinocket, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 79.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 42m highway drive covering 79.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Main Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 58.5 miles on I 95.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 69.7 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 42m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 69.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.9 miles (ME 15 / Broadway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 71.2 miles (US 2 / Harlow Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward ME 15 North, ME 15 Business: Bangor, Brewer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn sharp left onto ME 15 / Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
At end of road, turn right onto US 2 / Harlow Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 2 / Central Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Union Street
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Millinocket, ME to Goodale Corner, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brewer along the way.
Brewer
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 58.5 mi | 59m |
| Main Street | 4 mi | 6m |
| Route 157 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Brewer Lake Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Medway Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Central Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Long Hill Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Millinocket, ME and Goodale Corner, ME.
Start on ME 11; ME 157
Continue on ME 11; ME 157
Continue on ME 11; ME 157
Continue on ME 11; ME 157
Continue on ME 11; ME 157
Continue on ME 11; ME 157
Continue on ME 11; ME 157
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn sharp left onto ME 15
Turn right onto Center Street
Continue on Park Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 2
Turn left onto US 2
Continue on Main Street
Turn left onto Union Street
Continue on US 1A; ME 9 Business
Turn right onto ME 15 Business
Turn left onto Elm Street
Turn slight right onto Mill Street
Continue on Brewer Lake Road
Continue on Long Hill Road
Turn left onto Center Drive
Turn left
Arrive at destination
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.
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 17 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.7 miles or 49m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goodale Corner, ME than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Millinocket, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Millinocket, ME
This is one driving day of about 79.4 miles and 1h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.7 mi from Millinocket, ME · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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.
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 39.7 miles from Millinocket, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Goodale Corner, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Brewer, Maine
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+12074019115
Miguel's Mexican Restaurant
Bangor, Maine
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Bangor, Maine
Near the end, right off the route
Brewer, Maine
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+12074019115
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Bangor, Maine
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+12079423002
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Bangor, Maine
Hours: 11 am–12 pm
+12079905945
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Bangor, Maine
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+12079426209
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Bangor, Maine
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+12079476969
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Bangor, Maine
Hours: 11 am–11:30 pm
+12074330844
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Old Town, Maine
Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm
+12078274277
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Medway, Maine
Hours: 6 am–8 pm
+12077466009
Near the end, short detour
Bangor, Maine
Hours: 12–5 pm
+12079477193
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Bangor, Maine
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+12072627200
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brewer, Maine
Hours: 5 am–12 pm
+12079895199
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Bangor, Maine
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+12075813300
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Bangor, Maine
Hours: 4 pm–1 am
+12073077545
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Bangor, Maine
+12079490472
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Monument
Spread across a wild landscape offering spectacular views of Katahdin, Katahdin Woods and Waters invites discovery of its rivers, streams, woods, flora, fauna, geology, and the night skies that have a...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Regular Gas
$12.78 one way
$25.56 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $14.06 | $28.13 |
| premium | $4.86 | $15.20 | $30.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.53 | $35.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.95 | $3.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.12 | $5.08 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Millinocket on Saturday
Local time
1:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Goodale Corner on Saturday
Local time
1:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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