Origin
Heron Island, ME
Late night in Heron Island on Sunday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Heron Island, ME to Boothbay, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
6.5 mi
11 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Heron Island, ME
Gabdu Jomart
Boothbay, ME
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
This short 6.5-mile drive from Heron Island to Boothbay, Maine, is easily manageable in just 17 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Ocean Point Road, King Phillips Trail, and Townsend Ave, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost is a very low $1, reflecting the minimal distance. This route is ideal for a relaxed exploration within the Northeast region, offering a taste of coastal Maine without requiring an overnight stay. It’s a straightforward trip that prioritizes local scenery and ease of travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Point Road | 4.3 mi | 10m |
| King Phillips Trail | 1 mi | 4m |
| Townsend Ave | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Wiscasset Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ocean Point Road
— 4.3 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Heron Island, ME and Boothbay, ME.
1
Start on King Phillips Trail
1.0 mi
·
4 min
·
King Phillips Trail
2
At end of road, turn right onto ME 96
4.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Ocean Point Road
3
Turn right onto Townsend Ave
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Townsend Ave
4
Continue on ME 27
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Wiscasset Road
5
Enter roundabout onto ME 27
91 ft
·
1 sec
·
Wiscasset Road
6
Continue on ME 27
520 ft
·
14 sec
·
Wiscasset Road
7
Arrive at destination
ME 27
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 6.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
ME 96 / Ocean Point Road
At end of road, turn right onto ME 96 / Ocean Point Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Townsend Ave
Turn right onto Townsend Ave
Navigation decision point
5
6.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
ME 27 / Wiscasset Road
Enter roundabout onto ME 27 / Wiscasset Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.05 one way
$2.09 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.15 | $2.30 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.24 | $2.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.44 | $2.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.68 | $0.31 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.57 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Boothbay, ME
Late night in Boothbay on Sunday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°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
2 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
17m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive with a significant portion on Ocean Point Road, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch at 4.3 miles. With 0% highway share, this journey keeps you on winding, local roads for its entirety. The character of the drive is defined by its frequent turns and intimate connection to the local landscape, rather than high-speed travel. You'll experience a consistent pace throughout, focusing on navigating the local thoroughfares rather than covering long distances quickly.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.3 mi on Ocean Point 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 1 miles in near ME 96 / Ocean Point Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Heron Island, ME to Boothbay, ME is easy. At 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (ME 96 / Ocean Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (Townsend Ave): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (ME 27 / Wiscasset Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This 6.5-mile drive is perfect for a quick weekend getaway, easily doable as a same-day round trip in under 17 minutes each way. You'll have plenty of time to enjoy your destination without spending your whole weekend on the road.
Family Friendly
With only 6.5 miles and a short 17-minute drive time, this route is ideal for families with kids. The turn-heavy local roads are manageable and won't keep little ones bored for too long.
Solo Traveler
At just 6.5 miles and 17 minutes, this route is incredibly comfortable for a solo traveler looking for a short, easy drive. You can easily complete this trip without feeling overwhelmed by distance or time.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
This 6.5-mile drive is very straightforward, with a complexity rating of 2/10, making it great for first-time drivers. The short 17-minute duration on local roads means you can build confidence without a long commitment.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.3 miles on Ocean Point Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 1 miles (ME 96 / Ocean Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (Townsend Ave): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (ME 27 / Wiscasset Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Boothbay, 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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