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Trip from Millinocket, ME to Goodale Corner, ME

Compiled 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

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 34m ★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Millinocket, ME, ME

Millinocket, ME

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Downtown Goodale Corner, ME, ME

Goodale Corner, ME

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Trip Overview

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 .

Who Is This Route For?

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.

Drive Character

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.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Driving Effort 3/10

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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
69.7 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in

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

Exit 185 Toward ME 15 North, ME 15 Business: Bangor, Bre...
6
69.9 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | ME 15 / Broadway

Turn sharp left onto ME 15 / Broadway

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5
71.2 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in | US 2 / Harlow Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 2 / Harlow Street

Navigation decision point

5
71.2 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in | US 2 / Central Street

Turn left onto US 2 / Central Street

Navigation decision point

4
71.6 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in | Union Street

Turn left onto Union Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

69.7 mi in | ~1h 19m

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: I 95 — 58.5 mi, about 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Millinocket, ME and Goodale Corner, ME.

1

Start on ME 11; ME 157

1.5 mi · 3 min · Central Street
2

Continue on ME 11; ME 157

2.8 mi · 3 min · Route 157
3

Continue on ME 11; ME 157

3.8 mi · 6 min · Main Street
4

Continue on ME 11; ME 157

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Old Main Street
5

Continue on ME 11; ME 157

0.3 mi · 34 sec · State Route 11
6

Continue on ME 11; ME 157

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Old Main Street
7

Continue on ME 11; ME 157

2.2 mi · 4 min · Medway Road
8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
9

Merge onto I 95

58 mi · 59 min · I 95
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec
Exit 185 Toward ME 15 North, ME 15 Business: Bangor, Brewer
11

Turn sharp left onto ME 15

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Broadway
12

Turn right onto Center Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Center Street
13

Continue on Park Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Park Street
14

At end of road, turn right onto US 2

347 ft · 13 sec · Harlow Street
15

Turn left onto US 2

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Central Street
16

Continue on Main Street

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Main Street
17

Turn left onto Union Street

0.3 mi · 25 sec · Union Street
18

Continue on US 1A; ME 9 Business

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Wilson Street
19

Turn right onto ME 15 Business

2.0 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
20

Turn left onto Elm Street

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Elm Street
21

Turn slight right onto Mill Street

0.4 mi · 58 sec · Mill Street
22

Continue on Brewer Lake Road

2.7 mi · 6 min · Brewer Lake Road
23

Continue on Long Hill Road

1.4 mi · 3 min · Long Hill Road
24

Turn left onto Center Drive

0.7 mi · 1 min · Center Drive
25

Turn left

140 ft · 10 sec
26

Arrive at 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 39.7 miles from Millinocket, ME, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.5 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 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.

Before You Leave

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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.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Millinocket, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 58.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 39.7 mi from Millinocket, ME · 49m into the drive

Downtown Greenbush, ME, ME

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Greenbush, ME

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.

Pacing Suggestions

East Millinocket, ME

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greenbush, ME

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39.7 miles from Millinocket, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Goodale Corner, ME

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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Southern Spoon

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brewer, Maine

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 73.7

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+12074019115

Visit website

Miguel's Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bangor, Maine

0.5 mi

Applebee's Grill + Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bangor, Maine

0.5 mi

Southern Spoon

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 73.7

Brewer, Maine

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+12074019115

Visit website

Miguel's Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 68.1

Bangor, Maine

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12079423002

Visit website

Applebee's Grill + Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 68.1

Bangor, Maine

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+12079905945

Visit website

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 68.1

Bangor, Maine

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12079426209

Visit website

Oriental Jade Restaurant & Bar

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 68.1

Bangor, Maine

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+12079476969

Visit website

Timber Kitchen & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Expensive mile 73.7

Bangor, Maine

Hours: 11 am–11:30 pm

+12074330844

Visit website

Governor's Restaurant & Bakery

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 62.4

Old Town, Maine

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+12078274277

Visit website

Grandbelly's Country Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 11.3

Medway, Maine

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12077466009

SK Tours Of Maine, LLC

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 73.7

Bangor, Maine

Hours: 12–5 pm

+12079477193

Visit website

Maine Discovery Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 73.7

Bangor, Maine

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12072627200

Visit website

Brewer Riverwalk

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 73.7

Brewer, Maine

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+12079895199

Visit website

Zillman Art Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 73.7

Bangor, Maine

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12075813300

Visit website

Benjamin's Restaurant & Pub

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 73.7

Bangor, Maine

Hours: 4 pm–1 am

+12073077545

Visit website

Orono Bog Boardwalk

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 68.1

Bangor, Maine

+12079490472

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument

Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument

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...

21 mi from route ~52 min detour Free
Park Closure: Loop Road and North Entrance Seasonal Closures
Park Closure: Katahdin Overlook Construction Closure
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.78 one way

$25.56 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Millinocket, ME

Afternoon in Millinocket on Saturday

Local time

1:14 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Goodale Corner, ME

Afternoon in Goodale Corner on Saturday

Local time

1:14 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

6 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 42m 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 Millinocket, ME to Goodale Corner, ME covers 79.4 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, Main Street, Route 157. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 39.7 miles from Millinocket, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.78 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.

This is a straightforward 1h 42m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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.

On the drive from Millinocket, ME to Goodale Corner, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brewer along the way.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.

How this page is built

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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