Norridgewock to Jackman is 77.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 31 minutes via US Route 201, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maine, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, single-day excursion, ideal for those looking for a relatively short drive with minimal planning. Expect a mixed driving experience as you make your way north. The route is entirely contained within the state, making it a convenient option for local travelers or those exploring Maine.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.9 miles from Norridgewock, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US Route 201
32 mi
36m
South Main Street
15.3 mi
17m
Main Street
9.1 mi
10m
Canada Road
8.8 mi
9m
Bingham Road
4.6 mi
5m
Skowhegan Road
3.1 mi
3m
West Front Street
2 mi
2m
Madison Avenue
1.6 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US Route 201
— 32 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norridgewock, ME and Jackman, ME.
1
Start on US 2; US 201A
489 ft·13 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 2; US 201A
3.1 mi·3 min·Skowhegan Road
3
Continue on US 2; US 201A
2.0 mi·2 min·West Front Street
4
Turn left onto US 2; US 201
206 ft·7 sec·Main Street
5
Continue on US 2; US 201
0.2 mi·33 sec·Island Avenue
6
Continue on US 2; US 201
375 ft·15 sec·Water Street
7
Take the exit
132 ft·9 sec
8
Turn left onto US 2; US 201
431 ft·16 sec·Commercial Street
9
Turn right onto US 201
1.6 mi·3 min·Madison Avenue
10
Continue on US 201
15 mi·17 min·South Main Street
11
Continue on US 201
4.6 mi·5 min·Bingham Road
12
Continue on US 201
0.6 mi·39 sec·River Road
13
Continue on US 201
1.2 mi·1 min·Main Street
14
Continue on US 201
0.3 mi·23 sec·Jackman Road
15
Continue on US 201
8.8 mi·9 min·Canada Road
16
Continue on US 201
32 mi·36 min·US Route 201
17
Continue on US 201
7.7 mi·8 min·Main Street
18
Turn left onto Spruce Street
247 ft·10 sec·Spruce Street
19
Turn slight right onto Forest Street
184 ft·8 sec·Forest Street
20
Arrive at destination
Forest Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 31 minutes, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. The $13 fuel cost suggests it's an efficient drive, so you likely won't need extensive fuel stops, but it's always wise to top off before heading out. With only 77.8 miles, you can easily complete this trip in one day without feeling rushed. Keep an eye out for transitions between town roads and US Route 201, as these can involve changes in speed limits and traffic. A good tip is to plan your departure to take advantage of the lighter traffic often found outside of typical commuting hours.
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 38.9 miles from Norridgewock, ME, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.9 miles or 47m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackman, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Norridgewock, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Norridgewock, ME
This is one driving day of about 77.8 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Norridgewock, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US Route 201 for about 32 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 0.1 and 5.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 2; US 201A / Skowhegan Road
Turn left onto US 2; US 201A / Skowhegan Road
Navigation decision point
3
5.1 mi into trip|~6m in|US 2; US 201 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 2; US 201 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
5.5 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
5.5 mi into trip|~7m in|US 2; US 201 / Commercial Street
Turn left onto US 2; US 201 / Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
3
5.6 mi into trip|~7m in|US 201 / Madison Avenue
Turn right onto US 201 / Madison Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.52 one way
$25.05 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.78
$27.56
premium
$4.86
$14.90
$29.80
diesel
$5.61
$17.18
$34.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.3
0
$8.17
$3.73
Efficient EV
19.5
0
$6.81
$3.11
EV Truck/SUV
31.1
0
$10.89
$4.98
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Norridgewock, ME
Late night
in Norridgewock on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jackman, ME
Late night
in Jackman on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Solon, ME
39 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
13 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
1h 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed bag, with 41% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches of US Route 201, including a notable 32-mile segment that's uninterrupted. South Main Street and Main Street will be part of your navigation through towns before you merge onto the more open highway. The road character shifts, moving from more contained local streets to the faster pace of US Route 201. It’s not an all-highway trek, nor is it exclusively rural backroads; you get a bit of both.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32 mi on US Route 201.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 2; US 201A / Skowhegan Road.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Norridgewock, ME to Jackman, ME is easy. At 1h 31m with 41% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 2; US 201A / Skowhegan Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (US 2; US 201 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 77.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 32 miles on US Route 201. 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 0.1 miles (US 2; US 201A / Skowhegan Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (US 2; US 201 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jackman, ME before heading back.
