Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
42.9 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parrot, ME
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The drive from Parrot, ME to Medford, ME covers 42.9 miles and takes about 1h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Milo Road, West Main Street, Pond 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 $6.91 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
21.5 miles from Parrot, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 33m drive with frequent turns across 42.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 around 7.7 miles in near ME 6; ME 15 / Main Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Parrot, ME to Medford, ME is easy. At 1h 33m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (ME 6; ME 15 / Main Road): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles (ME 6; ME 15; ME 16; ME 150 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.5 miles (ME 6; ME 16 / North Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto ME 6; ME 15 / Main Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16; ME 150 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto ME 6; ME 16 / North Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16 / Summer Street
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp right onto Railroad Bed Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Milo Road | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| West Main Street | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Pond Road | 5.5 mi | 13m |
| Water Street | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| North Road | 5.4 mi | 21m |
| Main Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Medford Road | 2.5 mi | 9m |
| Barrows Falls Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Parrot, ME and Medford, ME.
Start on Barrows Falls Road
Continue on Pond Road
At end of road, turn right onto ME 6; ME 15
Continue on ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
At end of road, turn left onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16; ME 150
Turn straight onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16; ME 150
Continue on ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
Turn left onto ME 6; ME 16
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
Turn slight right onto Pleasant Street
Continue on Medford Road
Continue on North Road
Continue on North Road
Turn sharp right onto Railroad Bed Road
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 42.9 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.5 miles or 39m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Medford, ME than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Parrot, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Parrot, ME
This is one driving day of about 42.9 miles and 1h 33m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.5 mi from Parrot, ME · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Parrot, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Medford, 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.
Regular Gas
$6.91 one way
$13.81 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.22 | $16.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.47 | $18.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Night in Parrot on Wednesday
Local time
10:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Light Rain
Destination
Night in Medford on Wednesday
Local time
10:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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