Origin
Sangerville, ME
Evening in Sangerville on Wednesday
Local time
6:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
44.3 mi
71 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.
Sangerville, ME
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Packards, ME
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This 44.3-mile drive from Sangerville to Packards, Maine, is a quick, one-day trip that will take about 1 hour and 10 minutes to complete. With no highway driving, you'll stick to local roads like Davis Street and Milo Road for the entire journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, making it an economical option for a short excursion. This route is perfect for a relaxed day trip, allowing you plenty of flexibility. It's a straightforward drive through the Northeast region of Maine, offering a simple and direct way to get from point A to point B.
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
22.2 miles from Sangerville, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.6 miles on Davis Street. This means you'll be navigating a series of turns and changes in road character rather than cruising on a consistent highway. The drive will feel more like a journey through local communities, with frequent adjustments to your steering and speed. It's a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road.
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 early in the drive near Doughty Hill Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sangerville, ME to Packards, ME is easy. At 1h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Doughty Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ME 23 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (ME 6; ME 15; ME 16 / Water Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Doughty Hill Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto ME 23 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16 / Water 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
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Davis Street | 14.6 mi | 21m |
| Milo Road | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| West Main Street | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Water Street | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Main Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Park Street | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Unnamed 2 Road | 1.6 mi | 6m |
| Summer Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Sangerville, ME and Packards, ME.
Start on High Street
Turn right onto Doughty Hill Road
Turn right onto ME 23
Continue on ME 23
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
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
Continue on ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Turn right onto Unnamed 2 Road
Arrive at destination
Given the short duration of just over an hour, this trip is best done in a single day with no need to split the drive. You can leave anytime that suits you, and with only 44.3 miles, you won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops. Keep an eye out for the frequent turns, especially on Davis Street, as that's the longest continuous segment. Since there are no designated stops mentioned, be prepared to make your own if you need a break. The low fuel cost of approximately $7 means you likely won't need to refuel mid-journey.
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 10 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.2 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Packards, ME than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Sangerville, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sangerville, ME
This is one driving day of about 44.3 miles and 1h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.2 mi from Sangerville, ME · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.2 miles from Sangerville, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Packards, 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
$7.13 one way
$14.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.85 | $15.69 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.48 | $16.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.78 | $19.56 |
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: 15.5 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 | 13.3 | 0 | $4.65 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
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
Evening in Sangerville on Wednesday
Local time
6:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Packards on Wednesday
Local time
6:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
44°F
Brownville, ME
22 mi in
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.
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