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Trip from Pittsfield, ME to Jackman, ME

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 54m

Distance

93.2 mi

150 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 46m ★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Pittsfield, ME, ME

Pittsfield, ME

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Downtown Jackman, ME, ME

Jackman, ME

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Trip Overview

This 93.2-mile journey from Pittsfield to Jackman, Maine, is a manageable 1-hour and 54-minute drive, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily travel on US Route 201, with segments on South Main Street and Main Street. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, this route offers an economical way to explore the Northeast region of Maine. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, and with no specific stops recommended, you have the flexibility to set your own pace. This trip is well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to enjoy the scenery without feeling rushed.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

46.6 miles from Pittsfield, ME

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US Route 201 32 mi 36m
South Main Street 15.3 mi 17m
Main Street 14.3 mi 16m
Canaan Road 11.1 mi 14m
Canada Road 8.8 mi 9m
Bingham Road 4.6 mi 5m
Ell Hill Road 1.8 mi 3m
Hartland Avenue 1.7 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US Route 201 — 32 mi, about 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pittsfield, ME and Jackman, ME.

1

Start on Central Street

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Central Street
2

Turn right onto Forest Street

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Forest Street
3

Continue on ME 152

1.7 mi · 2 min · Hartland Avenue
4

Continue on ME 152

1.8 mi · 3 min · Ell Hill Road
5

Turn left onto US 2

1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street
6

Continue on US 2

4.7 mi · 5 min · Canaan Road
7

Continue on US 2

4.1 mi · 4 min · Main Street
8

Continue on US 2

6.4 mi · 9 min · Canaan Road
9

Continue on US 2

0.6 mi · 1 min · Water Street
10

Turn slight right onto High Street

0.1 mi · 19 sec · High Street
11

Turn right onto North Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Avenue
12

Turn left onto Jewett Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Jewett Street
13

At end of road, turn right onto US 201

0.8 mi · 1 min · Madison Avenue
14

Continue on US 201

15 mi · 17 min · South Main Street
15

Continue on US 201

4.6 mi · 5 min · Bingham Road
16

Continue on US 201

0.6 mi · 39 sec · River Road
17

Continue on US 201

1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street
18

Continue on US 201

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Jackman Road
19

Continue on US 201

8.8 mi · 9 min · Canada Road
20

Continue on US 201

32 mi · 36 min · US Route 201
21

Continue on US 201

7.7 mi · 8 min · Main Street
22

Turn left onto Spruce Street

247 ft · 10 sec · Spruce Street
23

Turn slight right onto Forest Street

184 ft · 8 sec · Forest Street
24

Arrive at destination

Forest Street

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of about 1 hour and 54 minutes, this trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart Pittsfield in the morning and arrive in Jackman with plenty of daylight remaining. There are no recommended stops, so feel free to pull over as you see fit or drive straight through. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 32-mile stretch on US Route 201, as services might be more spaced out in certain sections. The estimated fuel cost of $15 is a good baseline for your budget, but always factor in a little extra for potential detours or unexpected needs.

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 46.6 miles from Pittsfield, ME, or about 1h 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 21 miles or 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 46.6 miles or 1h 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 34m

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 Pittsfield, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Pittsfield, ME

This is one driving day of about 93.2 miles and 1h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Pittsfield, 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.

Downtown Solon, ME, ME

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Solon, ME

47 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.

Popular next leg

Solon, ME to Jackman, ME

57.4 mi · 1h 5m

Pacing Suggestions

Skowhegan, ME

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Solon, ME

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.6 miles from Pittsfield, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Vittles restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsfield, Maine

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: Closed

+12074878181

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Rachel's Restaurant & Pizzeria (15 Mile Stream)

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

West Forks, Maine

1.9 mi

Vittles restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Pittsfield, Maine

Hours: Closed

+12074878181

Visit website

Rachel's Restaurant & Pizzeria (15 Mile Stream)

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

West Forks, Maine

Hours: Closed

+12076632238

Visit website

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 21.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Forest Street

Turn right onto Forest Street

Navigation decision point

3
3.7 mi into trip | ~6m in | US 2 / Main Street

Turn left onto US 2 / Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
20.9 mi into trip | ~29m in | North Avenue

Turn right onto North Avenue

Navigation decision point

3
21.5 mi into trip | ~31m in | Jewett Street

Turn left onto Jewett Street

Navigation decision point

4
21.8 mi into trip | ~31m in | US 201 / Madison Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto US 201 / Madison Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.00 one way

$30.01 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $16.51 $33.02
premium $4.86 $17.85 $35.69
diesel $5.61 $20.58 $41.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28 0 $9.79 $4.47
Efficient EV 23.3 0 $8.16 $3.73
EV Truck/SUV 37.3 0 $13.05 $5.96

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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 21, 2026

Origin

Pittsfield, ME

Late night in Pittsfield on Tuesday

Local time

4:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jackman, ME

Late night in Jackman on Tuesday

Local time

4:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

57°F

Solon, ME

47 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

4 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

1h 54m 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 mixed drive on this route, with about 34% of your travel on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 32 miles along US Route 201. This means you'll experience a blend of quicker highway driving and more local road navigation. As you progress, the road will likely evolve from more developed areas to potentially more rural landscapes as you head towards Jackman. This variety keeps the driving engaging, offering different road personalities throughout the 93.2-mile distance.

34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 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 Forest Street.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Pittsfield, ME to Jackman, ME is easy. At 1h 54m with 34% 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 (Forest Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (US 2 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (North Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 93.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (34%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

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 (Forest Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (US 2 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (North Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jackman, 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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