Origin
North Wade, ME
Afternoon in North Wade on Friday
Local time
2:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Wade, ME to Houlton, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
57.6 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Wade, ME
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Houlton, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Wade, ME to Houlton, ME covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Houlton Road, Washburn Road, Route 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.3 miles on Houlton Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.27 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
28.8 miles from North Wade, 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 37m. Total distance: 57.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (17%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 37m drive with frequent turns across 57.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Houlton Road is the longest continuous segment at about 10.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
701 ft
359 ft
Total Climb
413 ft
Total Descent
755 ft
Highest Point
701 ft
Elevation Range
342 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near ME 164 / Main Street.
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 37m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (ME 164 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.7 miles (US 1 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles (US 1 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
ME 164 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto ME 164 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
15.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
US 1 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 1 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
30.1 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
US 1 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 1 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
57.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
Union Square
Turn left onto Union Square
Navigation decision point
4
57.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Houlton Road | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| Washburn Road | 9.5 mi | 16m |
| Route 1 | 9.1 mi | 14m |
| Main Road | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| North Road | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| North Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 2.9 mi | 7m |
| Presque Isle Road | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Houlton Road
— 10.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Wade, ME and Houlton, ME.
1
Start on North Wade Road
140 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Wade Road
2
Continue on ME 228
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Perham Road
3
Continue on ME 228
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Hines Street
4
Turn slight right onto ME 228
265 ft
·
7 sec
·
Church Street
5
Continue on ME 228
439 ft
·
12 sec
·
Church Street
6
Continue on ME 228
350 ft
·
10 sec
·
Hines Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto ME 164
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on Washburn Road
9.5 mi
·
16 min
·
Washburn Road
9
Turn right onto US 1
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
10
Turn right onto ME 163
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Connector Road
11
Continue on ME 163
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
State Road
12
Continue on ME 163; ME 227
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Parsons Street
13
Turn left onto ME 227
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
State Street
14
Turn right onto US 1
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Continue on US 1
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Houlton Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 1
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Presque Isle Road
17
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Benjamin Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto US 1
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
19
Continue on US 1
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Military Road
20
Continue on US 1
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 1
21
Continue on US 1
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Main Road
22
Continue on US 1
6.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Route 1
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Continue on US 1
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
US Highway 1
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Continue on US 1
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
North Road
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 1
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
North Street
26
Turn left onto Union Square
169 ft
·
4 sec
·
Union Square
27
Continue on Market Square
393 ft
·
16 sec
·
Market Square
28
Continue on Market Square
229 ft
·
8 sec
·
Market Square
29
Turn right
135 ft
·
9 sec
30
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 28.8 miles from North Wade, ME, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.3 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 13 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.8 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Houlton, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving North Wade, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Wade, ME
This is one driving day of about 57.6 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from North Wade, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Houlton Road for about 10.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.8 mi from North Wade, ME · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from North Wade, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Houlton, ME
The final approach into Houlton, 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
$9.27 one way
$18.55 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.20 | $20.40 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.03 | $22.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.72 | $25.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.06 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Houlton, ME
Afternoon in Houlton on Friday
Local time
2:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
21°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Presque Isle, ME
29 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
27 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 37m 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 North Wade, ME to Houlton, ME covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Houlton Road, Washburn Road, Route 1. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.8 miles from North Wade, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.27 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 37m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (ME 164 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.7 miles (US 1 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles (US 1 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from North Wade, ME to Houlton, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 359 ft to 701 ft elevation with about 413 ft of total climbing.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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