Origin
Schoodic, ME
Evening in Schoodic on Wednesday
Local time
8:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
48.8 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Schoodic, ME
David Kanigan
Parkman, ME
Oleh Budurov
The drive from Schoodic, ME to Parkman, ME covers 48.8 miles and takes about 1h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Davis Street, Milo Road, Water Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.6 miles on Davis Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.86 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
24.4 miles from Schoodic, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 32m drive with frequent turns across 48.8 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 3.8 miles in near ME 11 / Davis Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Schoodic, ME to Parkman, ME is easy. At 1h 32m with 6% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles (ME 11 / Davis Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.3 miles (ME 6; ME 15; ME 16 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 48.8 miles (Crow Hill Road): 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 left onto ME 11 / Davis Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Crow Hill Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Davis Street | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| Milo Road | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Water Street | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Main Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Park Street | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Jo Mary Trail | 3.8 mi | 23m |
| Main Street | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 150 | 3.2 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Schoodic, ME and Parkman, ME.
Start on Jo Mary Trail
At end of road, turn left onto ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
At end of road, turn right onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
Continue on ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
Continue on ME 6; ME 15; ME 16; ME 150
Continue on ME 150
Turn right onto Crow Hill 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 11 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.4 miles or 54m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parkman, ME than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Schoodic, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Schoodic, ME
This is one driving day of about 48.8 miles and 1h 32m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.4 mi from Schoodic, ME · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.4 miles from Schoodic, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Parkman, 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
$7.86 one way
$15.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.64 | $17.29 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.35 | $18.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.77 | $21.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.27 | $1.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.83 | $3.12 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Schoodic on Wednesday
Local time
8:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Parkman on Wednesday
Local time
8:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
44°F
Brownville, ME
24 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
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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