Spanning 116.8 miles across Maine, this trip from Falmouth to Hermon is a straightforward drive that typically takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $19 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Northeast locations. Since 93 percent of the journey is highway-based, the route prioritizes speed and efficiency over complex navigation. It is an ideal option if you are looking to move between these regions quickly without the fatigue of a multi-day haul.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.4 miles from Falmouth, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Maine Turnpike
64.1 mi
1h 9m
I 295
41.6 mi
47m
Main Road
3.6 mi
5m
Route 2
3.4 mi
5m
Plymouth Road
2.8 mi
4m
Bucknam Road
0.4 mi
1m
Dixmont Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Falmouth Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 64.1 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Falmouth, ME and Hermon, ME.
1
Start on Falmouth Road
121 ft·10 sec·Falmouth Road
2
Turn sharp left onto Bucknam Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Bucknam Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
4
Merge onto I 295
42 mi·47 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 95
64 mi·1 hr 9 min·Maine Turnpike
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 167Toward ME 69, ME 143: Etna, Dixmont
7
Turn right onto ME 69; ME 143
0.3 mi·38 sec·Dixmont Road
8
Turn right onto ME 69
2.8 mi·4 min·Plymouth Road
9
Continue on US 2; ME 100
3.6 mi·5 min·Main Road
10
Continue on US 2; ME 100
3.4 mi·5 min·Route 2
11
Arrive at destination
US 2; ME 100
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving outside of peak traffic hours will ensure the smoothest experience. You won't need to plan for formal stops given the 2-hour and 15-minute duration, but keeping your fuel tank in mind is always wise before heading out. Budgeting roughly $19 for gas should cover your needs, but keep an eye on your gauge during that 64.1-mile turnpike stretch to avoid unnecessary exits. Because you are spending 93 percent of your time on highways, stay alert for merging traffic at interchanges along the Maine Turnpike. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity means you can focus on arriving at your destination in Hermon feeling refreshed and ready for your next activity.
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 58.4 miles from Falmouth, ME, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.1 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 26 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.4 miles or 1h 6m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hermon, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Falmouth, 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 Falmouth, ME
This is one driving day of about 116.8 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Falmouth, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 64.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 106.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Bucknam Road
Turn sharp left onto Bucknam Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
106.3 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward ME 69, ME 143: Etna, Dixmont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 167
Toward ME 69, ME 143: Etna, Dixmont
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106.7 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|ME 69; ME 143 / Dixmont Road
Turn right onto ME 69; ME 143 / Dixmont Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.80 one way
$37.61 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$20.69
$41.38
premium
$4.86
$22.37
$44.73
diesel
$5.61
$25.79
$51.58
Estimated Tolls: $3.84
Maine Turnpike
(64.1 mi)$3.84
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
$19
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35
0
$12.26
$5.61
Efficient EV
29.2
0
$10.22
$4.67
EV Truck/SUV
46.7
0
$16.35
$7.48
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026
Origin
Falmouth, ME
Late night
in Falmouth on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 5 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Hermon, ME
Late night
in Hermon on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Sunny
W 6 mph3% chanceLive forecast
50°F
Augusta, ME
58 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
2 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
2h 15m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 32.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, relying primarily on the Maine Turnpike, I-295, and Main Road to get you to your destination. You will settle into a rhythmic pace early on, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 64.1 miles along the Maine Turnpike. Because such a high percentage of the drive is spent on major thoroughfares, the experience is consistent and predictable rather than technical or winding. Expect a steady, high-speed environment that allows you to cover ground efficiently. By the time you transition off the major turnpikes and onto the final stretches of road, you will notice a shift in the driving cadence, though the overall character remains practical and commuter-oriented.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.1 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and I 295. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Bucknam Road.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Falmouth, ME to Hermon, ME is easy. At 2h 15m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Bucknam Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
339 ft79 ft
Total Climb
415 ft
Total Descent
313 ft
Highest Point
339 ft
~66.8 mi in
Elevation Range
260 ft
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 Falmouth, ME to Hermon, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Dixmont along the way.
Dixmont
106.3 mi in|~1h 58m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 116.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 64.1 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.84 in tolls one way, starting with Maine Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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: near the start (Bucknam Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hermon, ME before heading back.
