Origin
Winthrop, ME
Late night in Winthrop on Thursday
Local time
12:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winthrop, ME to Bailey Corner, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
31m
Distance
19.4 mi
31 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winthrop, ME
Alexa V. Mato
Bailey Corner, ME
Eyüpcan Timur
Trip Overview
The drive from Winthrop, ME to Bailey Corner, ME covers 19.4 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 202, Wiscasset Road, Water Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.7 miles on US 202. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.12 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
9.7 miles from Winthrop, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 31m drive with frequent turns across 19.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 202 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.7 miles.
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 early in the drive near Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 31m 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: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / US 202): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 6.3 miles (Granite Hill Road): 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.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / US 202
Merge onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / US 202
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
6.3 mi into trip
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~8m in
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Granite Hill Road
Turn right onto Granite Hill Road
Navigation decision point
4
10.7 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 201; ME 27 / Water Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 201; ME 27 / Water Street
Navigation decision point
4
14.7 mi into trip
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~23m in
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ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street
Turn left onto ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Wiscasset Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Water Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Winthrop Street | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Maine Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Granite Hill Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Western Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 4.7 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winthrop, ME and Bailey Corner, ME.
1
Start on Depot Street
59 ft
·
3 sec
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Depot Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Take the ramp
416 ft
·
11 sec
4
Merge onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 202; ME 11; ME 100
5
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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Western Avenue
6
Turn right onto Granite Hill Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Granite Hill Road
7
Continue on Winthrop Street
2.7 mi
·
6 min
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Winthrop Street
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 201; ME 27
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Water Street
9
Continue on US 201; ME 27
2.6 mi
·
4 min
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Maine Avenue
10
Turn left onto ME 9; ME 27; ME 126
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Bridge Street
11
Turn right onto ME 27; ME 126
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Water Street
12
Continue on ME 27
3.2 mi
·
4 min
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Wiscasset Road
13
Turn left onto Kelley Road
46 ft
·
1 sec
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Kelley Road
14
Arrive at destination
Kelley Road
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 9.7 miles from Winthrop, ME, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.7 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 19 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.7 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bailey Corner, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Winthrop, ME.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Winthrop, ME
This is one driving day of about 19.4 miles and 31m.
At 19.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 202 for about 4.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.7 mi from Winthrop, ME · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.7 miles from Winthrop, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bailey Corner, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bailey Corner, ME if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.12 one way
$6.25 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.44 | $6.87 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.72 | $7.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Bailey Corner, ME
Late night in Bailey Corner on Thursday
Local time
12:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
31m 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 Winthrop, ME to Bailey Corner, ME covers 19.4 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 202, Wiscasset Road, Water Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.7 miles from Winthrop, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.12 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 31m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / US 202): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 6.3 miles (Granite Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Winthrop, ME to Bailey Corner, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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