Origin
Boat Landing Camp, ME
Night in Boat Landing Camp on Saturday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Boat Landing Camp, ME to Caribou, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
86 mi
138 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
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6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
3h 0m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boat Landing Camp, ME
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Caribou, ME
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Trip Overview
Boat Landing Camp, ME to Caribou, ME is 86 miles and takes about 2h 51m via New Sweden Road and Caribou Road, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maine's Northeast region, offering a straightforward drive that's ideal for a single day. You'll navigate primarily local roads, so expect a more connected-to-the-landscape feel than a highway journey. Given the relatively short distance, this route is perfect if you're looking for a manageable drive without a major time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
43 miles from Boat Landing Camp, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Sweden Road | 19.5 mi | 28m |
| Caribou Road | 17.8 mi | 26m |
| Main Street | 10.6 mi | 18m |
| Saint John Road | 10.3 mi | 18m |
| Hafey Road | 5.7 mi | 22m |
| HA00 | 5.4 mi | 20m |
| Allagash Road | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Sweden Street | 3.8 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
New Sweden Road
— 19.5 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boat Landing Camp, ME and Caribou, ME.
1
Start on Hafey Road
5.7 mi
·
22 min
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Hafey Road
2
Continue on HA00
5.4 mi
·
20 min
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HA00
3
Turn right onto Little Black Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Little Black Road
4
Turn left onto ME 161
0.8 mi
·
3 min
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Walker Brook Road
5
Continue on Dickey Road
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Dickey Road
6
Continue on ME 161
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Allagash Road
7
Continue on ME 161
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on ME 161
10 mi
·
18 min
·
Saint John Road
9
Continue on ME 161
1.8 mi
·
5 min
·
West Main Street
10
Turn slight right onto Monument Square
467 ft
·
14 sec
·
Monument Square
11
Turn straight onto ME 11
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant Street
12
Turn left onto Bridge Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bridge Street
13
Turn right onto ME 161
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
Market Street
14
Continue on ME 161
18 mi
·
26 min
·
Caribou Road
15
Continue on ME 161
20 mi
·
28 min
·
New Sweden Road
16
Continue on ME 161
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Sweden Street
17
Continue on ME 161B
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Hatch Drive
18
Turn straight onto ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Washburn Street
19
Turn left onto ME 161B; ME 164; US 1 Business
304 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
20
Turn left
43 ft
·
3 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just under 3 hours, this is a drive you can easily complete in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to ensure you have enough fuel before you leave Boat Landing Camp, as there's only one planned stop indicated and the longest stretch without a turn is nearly 20 miles. The fuel cost is estimated at $14, so check your gauge before heading out. Consider leaving in the morning to allow for any unexpected delays or to simply enjoy the drive without rushing towards Caribou.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 43 miles from Boat Landing Camp, ME, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.5 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 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Caribou, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Boat Landing Camp, 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 Boat Landing Camp, ME
This is one driving day of about 86 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Boat Landing Camp, 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 New Sweden Road for about 19.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43 miles from Boat Landing Camp, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 11.1 and 85.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
11.1 mi into trip
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~42m in
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Little Black Road
Turn right onto Little Black Road
Navigation decision point
3
11.3 mi into trip
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~43m in
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ME 161 / Walker Brook Road
Turn left onto ME 161 / Walker Brook Road
Navigation decision point
3
44 mi into trip
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~1h 48m in
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Bridge Street
Turn left onto Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
4
44.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
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ME 161 / Market Street
Turn right onto ME 161 / Market Street
Navigation decision point
4
85.9 mi into trip
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~2h 51m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.84 one way
$27.69 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.23 | $30.47 |
| premium | $4.86 | $16.47 | $32.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.99 | $37.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.03 | $4.13 |
| Efficient EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.04 | $5.50 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Caribou, ME
Night in Caribou on Saturday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
2h 51m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only about 6% of the journey on highways. You'll spend most of your time on roads like New Sweden Road and Caribou Road. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 19.5 miles on New Sweden Road, meaning you'll likely be making frequent adjustments. The road's personality shifts from smaller local roads to slightly larger ones as you approach Caribou. It's a driving experience that keeps you engaged with the immediate surroundings.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.5 mi on New Sweden Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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 11.1 miles in near Little Black Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Boat Landing Camp, ME to Caribou, ME is easy. At 2h 51m with 6% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.1 miles (Little Black Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (ME 161 / Walker Brook Road): Navigation decision point; at 44 miles (Bridge Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 86 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (6%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.5 miles on New Sweden Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ME can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.1 miles (Little Black Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (ME 161 / Walker Brook Road): Navigation decision point; at 44 miles (Bridge Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Caribou, ME before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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