If you are planning a trip from Lincoln to Dexter, Maine, expect a direct 60.3-mile journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes to complete. This drive serves as a straightforward local transit between these two Northeast towns, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay, as the total travel time is manageable for a quick turnaround. Budget roughly $10 for fuel to cover the distance, which is quite economical for a trip of this length. Since the route relies entirely on local roads like Milo Road, Elm Street, and Main Road, you should prioritize comfort over speed while navigating between these Maine communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
30.1 miles from Lincoln, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Milo Road
9.3 mi
13m
Elm Street
8.4 mi
12m
Main Road
6.4 mi
9m
Dexter Road
6 mi
10m
Howland Road
5.7 mi
10m
LaGrange Road
5.7 mi
9m
West Broadway
5.4 mi
8m
Dover Road
5.2 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Milo Road
— 9.3 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, ME and Dexter, ME.
1
Start on US 2; ME 6
116 ft·9 sec·West Broadway
2
Continue on US 2; ME 6
5.4 mi·8 min·West Broadway
3
Continue on US 2; ME 6; ME 116
6.4 mi·9 min·Main Road
4
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 116; ME 155
0.5 mi·52 sec·Bridge Street
5
Continue on ME 6; ME 116; ME 155
0.4 mi·46 sec·Bridge Road
6
Continue on ME 6; ME 155
359 ft·8 sec·Coffin Street
7
Enter roundabout onto ME 6; ME 155
187 ft·3 sec·LaGrange Road
8
Continue on ME 6; ME 155
5.6 mi·9 min·LaGrange Road
9
Continue on ME 6; ME 155
5.7 mi·10 min·Howland Road
10
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16
0.8 mi·1 min·Bennoch Road
11
Turn straight onto ME 6; ME 16
0.6 mi·57 sec·Milo Road
12
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
8.4 mi·12 min·Elm Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto ME 6; ME 16
3.3 mi·4 min·East Main Street
14
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
8.6 mi·12 min·Milo Road
15
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
1.2 mi·1 min·Summer Street
16
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
463 ft·10 sec·North Street
17
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15
0.1 mi·14 sec·East Main Street
18
Turn right onto ME 7
0.7 mi·1 min·South Street
19
Continue on ME 7
6.0 mi·10 min·Dexter Road
20
Continue on ME 7
5.2 mi·9 min·Dover Road
21
Continue on ME 7
1.0 mi·1 min·Church Street
22
Arrive at destination
ME 7
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 37 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Because the entire route consists of local roads without any major highway stretches, it is wise to plan for a steady, consistent pace rather than trying to make up time. You won't need to worry about mapping out multiple rest stops, as the short distance allows you to easily complete the drive in one go. Keep in mind that since the route is entirely turn-heavy, you should ensure your navigation system is updated or that you are comfortable with local road signage before you head out. This simple, direct transit is best enjoyed by taking your time and staying alert for the frequent turns along the way.
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 30.1 miles from Lincoln, ME, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.3 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 13 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.1 miles or 48m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dexter, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lincoln, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lincoln, ME
This is one driving day of about 60.3 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Lincoln, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Milo Road for about 9.3 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.8 and 47.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
12.8 mi into trip|~19m in|ME 6; ME 155 / LaGrange Road
Enter roundabout onto ME 6; ME 155 / LaGrange Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
24.2 mi into trip|~39m in|ME 6; ME 16 / Bennoch Road
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16 / Bennoch Road
Navigation decision point
5
34.1 mi into trip|~54m in|ME 6; ME 16 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto ME 6; ME 16 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
47.3 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|ME 15 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
47.4 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|ME 7 / South Street
Turn right onto ME 7 / South Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.71 one way
$19.41 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg21 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$10.68
$21.36
premium
$4.86
$11.55
$23.09
diesel
$5.61
$13.31
$26.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
18.1
0
$6.33
$2.89
Efficient EV
15.1
0
$5.28
$2.41
EV Truck/SUV
24.1
0
$8.44
$3.86
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Lincoln, ME
Late night
in Lincoln on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dexter, ME
Late night
in Dexter on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
32°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 37m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy experience on this local drive, as the route features zero highway miles and relies exclusively on regional roads. You will find that the personality of the road is technical rather than fast, requiring your full attention as you navigate through the landscape. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is just 9.3 miles on Milo Road, meaning you should prepare for frequent changes in direction and pace. Because the entire 60.3-mile distance is comprised of local streets, this drive offers a slow-paced, intimate look at the regional infrastructure. It is the antithesis of a monotonous interstate grind, demanding a more engaged style of driving.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.3 mi on Milo Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 12.8 miles in near ME 6; ME 155 / LaGrange Road.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lincoln, ME to Dexter, ME is easy. At 1h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.8 miles (ME 6; ME 155 / LaGrange Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.2 miles (ME 6; ME 16 / Bennoch Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.1 miles (ME 6; ME 16 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 60.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 9.3 miles on Milo 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 12.8 miles (ME 6; ME 155 / LaGrange Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 24.2 miles (ME 6; ME 16 / Bennoch Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.1 miles (ME 6; ME 16 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dexter, ME before heading back.
