Origin
Portland, ME
Late night in Portland on Wednesday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portland, ME to Jonesport, ME
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 18m
Distance
196.3 mi
316 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 5m
★
6 AM
4h 18m
8 AM
4h 45m
10 AM
4h 28m
12 PM
4h 25m
3 PM
4h 29m
5 PM
4h 44m
8 PM
4h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Jonesport, ME
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Trip Overview
Embark on a 196.3-mile journey from Portland, ME to Jonesport, ME, a drive that will take approximately 4 hours and 18 minutes. This route is easily manageable as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $32. You'll primarily navigate on I-295 and US-1, offering a mixed driving experience. The drive is contained within the Northeast region, specifically Maine, so you'll be exploring the familiar coastal landscapes of the Pine Tree State. With just one recommended stop, you can enjoy a relatively uninterrupted flow to your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
98.2 miles from Portland, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive presents a mixed profile, with 60% of the route utilizing highway travel. You'll experience stretches on I-295, including the longest continuous segment of 46.3 miles, which offers a faster pace. As you transition to US-1 and Route 3, the character of the drive will likely shift towards more local roads, potentially with increased traffic and slower speeds. This blend means you'll get a taste of both efficient highway cruising and more engaged, scenic road driving as you progress toward Jonesport.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 44 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Elm Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 196.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (Cumberland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (US 1A / Franklin Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Elm Street
Turn left onto Elm Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Cumberland Avenue
Turn right onto Cumberland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 1A / Franklin Street
Turn left onto US 1A / Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 295; US 1
Merge onto I 295; US 1
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
57.2 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward ME 3: Augusta, Belfast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 113
Toward ME 3: Augusta, Belfast
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 Portland, ME to Jonesport, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Belfast along the way.
Belfast
57.2 mi in
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~1h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 46.3 mi | 52m |
| US 1 | 30.6 mi | 45m |
| Route 3 | 17.6 mi | 21m |
| Acadia Highway | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| Maine Turnpike | 9.8 mi | 10m |
| Indian River Road | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| Bucksport Road | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| North Belfast Avenue | 8.1 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 46.3 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, ME and Jonesport, ME.
1
Start on Congress Street
131 ft
·
11 sec
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Congress Street
2
Turn left onto Elm Street
519 ft
·
22 sec
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Elm Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto Cumberland Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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Cumberland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto US 1A
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
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Franklin Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp onto US 1A
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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US 1A
6
Merge onto I 295; US 1
46 mi
·
52 min
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I 295; US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 95
9.8 mi
·
10 min
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Maine Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 113
Toward ME 3: Augusta, Belfast
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
10
Merge onto ME 3
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Augusta Bypass
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
8.1 mi
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11 min
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North Belfast Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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Belfast Road
13
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
18 mi
·
21 min
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Route 3
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on ME 3
4.0 mi
·
4 min
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Acadia Highway
15
Continue on ME 3
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Belfast Augusta Road West
16
Continue on ME 3
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Augusta Road
17
Continue on ME 3
4.0 mi
·
4 min
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Belmont Avenue
18
Take the exit onto ME 3
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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ME 3
19
Merge onto US 1; ME 3
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Route 1
20
Continue on US 1; ME 3
2.7 mi
·
4 min
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Searsport Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on US 1; ME 3
7.0 mi
·
8 min
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West Main Street
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; ME 3
6.3 mi
·
7 min
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East Main Street
23
Continue on US 1; ME 3
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 1
24
Continue on US 1; ME 3
508 ft
·
12 sec
·
Route 1
25
Continue on US 1; ME 3; ME 15
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 1
26
Continue on US 1; ME 3; ME 15
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Acadia Highway
27
Continue on US 1; ME 3
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Bucksport Road
28
Continue on US 1; ME 3
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
West Main Street
29
Turn right onto ME 230
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Water Street
Use the right lane.
30
Turn left onto Foster Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Foster Street
31
Turn right onto US 1; ME 3
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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High Street
32
Turn left onto US 1; ME 3
31 mi
·
45 min
·
US 1; ME 3
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
33
Turn right onto US 1A
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
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Bridge Street
34
Continue on US 1A
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Kennedy Highway
35
Continue on US 1A
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 1A
36
Continue on US 1A
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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Kennedy Highway
37
Continue on US 1
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
38
Continue on US 1
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Route 1
39
Turn right onto State Route 187
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 187
40
Continue on Indian River Road
7.1 mi
·
12 min
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Indian River Road
41
Continue on ME 187
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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State Route 187
42
Continue on ME 187
2.3 mi
·
4 min
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Indian River Road
43
Continue on ME 187
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Main Street
44
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour, 18-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Portland to maximize your daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially if traveling on a weekend. With only one stop recommended, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a planned stop is 46.3 miles on I-295. Given the manageable duration, this trip is ideal for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule and the possibility of spontaneous stops along the way.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 98.2 miles from Portland, ME, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.3 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.2 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesport, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Portland, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Portland, ME
This is one driving day of about 196.3 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Portland, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 46.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 98.2 mi from Portland, ME · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
98 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 98.2 miles from Portland, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jonesport, ME
The final approach into Jonesport, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Jonesport, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.60 one way
$63.20 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $34.77 | $69.54 |
| premium | $4.86 | $37.59 | $75.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.34 | $86.68 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.59
Maine Turnpike
(9.8 mi)
$0.59
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.61 | $9.42 |
| Efficient EV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.18 | $7.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 78.5 | 0 | $27.48 | $12.56 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Jonesport, ME
Late night in Jonesport on Wednesday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Brunswick, ME
98 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
22 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
4h 18m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Portland, ME to Jonesport, ME covers 196.3 miles and takes about 4h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, US 1, Route 3. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 98.2 miles from Portland, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 196.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (Cumberland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (US 1A / Franklin Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Portland, ME to Jonesport, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Belfast along the way.
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