Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
44.3 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sangerville, ME
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Packards, ME
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This 44.3-mile drive from Sangerville to Packards, Maine, is a quick, one-day trip that will take about 1 hour and 10 minutes to complete. With no highway driving, you'll stick to local roads like Davis Street and Milo Road for the entire journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, making it an economical option for a short excursion. This route is perfect for a relaxed day trip, allowing you plenty of flexibility. It's a straightforward drive through the Northeast region of Maine, offering a simple and direct way to get from point A to point B.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Davis Street | 14.6 mi | 21m |
| Milo Road | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| West Main Street | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Water Street | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Main Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Park Street | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Unnamed 2 Road | 1.6 mi | 6m |
| Summer Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Sangerville, ME and Packards, ME.
Start on High Street
Turn right onto Doughty Hill Road
Turn right onto ME 23
Continue on ME 23
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
Continue on ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
Turn left onto ME 6; ME 16
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
Continue on ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Turn right onto Unnamed 2 Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.2 miles from Sangerville, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 7.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Doughty Hill Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto ME 23 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 15; ME 16 / Water Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto ME 6; ME 16 / North Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16 / Summer Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$7.13 one way
$14.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.85 | $15.69 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.48 | $16.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.78 | $19.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.65 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Sangerville on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Chance Light Rain
Destination
Late night in Packards on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Chance Light Rain
44°F
Brownville, ME
22 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.6 miles on Davis Street. This means you'll be navigating a series of turns and changes in road character rather than cruising on a consistent highway. The drive will feel more like a journey through local communities, with frequent adjustments to your steering and speed. It's a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road.
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 early in the drive near Doughty Hill Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sangerville, ME to Packards, ME is easy. At 1h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Doughty Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ME 23 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (ME 6; ME 15; ME 16 / Water Street): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 44.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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