Origin
Skowhegan, ME
Late night in Skowhegan on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Skowhegan, ME to Jackman, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
72.4 mi
117 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Skowhegan, ME
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Jackman, ME
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Trip Overview
Skowhegan to Jackman is 72.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 24 minutes via US Route 201, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically Maine, offering a straightforward drive. You'll navigate through areas that are predominantly rural, making it a good option for a quick, uncomplicated journey. Consider this route if you're looking for a direct connection between these two points without extensive detours or complex navigation. It's a practical choice for a single-day excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Route 201 | 32 mi | 36m |
| South Main Street | 15.3 mi | 17m |
| Main Street | 9 mi | 10m |
| Canada Road | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Bingham Road | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Madison Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| River Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Jackman Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Route 201
— 32 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Skowhegan, ME and Jackman, ME.
1
Start on US 2; US 201
28 ft
·
0 sec
·
Island Avenue
2
Continue on US 2; US 201
375 ft
·
15 sec
·
Water Street
3
Take the exit
132 ft
·
9 sec
4
Turn left onto US 2; US 201
431 ft
·
16 sec
·
Commercial Street
5
Turn right onto US 201
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Madison Avenue
6
Continue on US 201
15 mi
·
17 min
·
South Main Street
7
Continue on US 201
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Bingham Road
8
Continue on US 201
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
River Road
9
Continue on US 201
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on US 201
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Jackman Road
11
Continue on US 201
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Canada Road
12
Continue on US 201
32 mi
·
36 min
·
US Route 201
13
Continue on US 201
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
14
Turn left onto Spruce Street
247 ft
·
10 sec
·
Spruce Street
15
Turn slight right onto Forest Street
184 ft
·
8 sec
·
Forest Street
16
Arrive at destination
Forest Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Skowhegan, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 72.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 2; US 201 / Commercial Street
Turn left onto US 2; US 201 / Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 201 / Madison Avenue
Turn right onto US 201 / Madison Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
72.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
Spruce Street
Turn left onto Spruce Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.66 one way
$23.31 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.82 | $25.65 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.86 | $27.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.99 | $31.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.14 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Jackman, ME
Late night in Jackman on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Solon, ME
36 mi in
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
3 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 24m 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?
This drive presents a mixed profile, with about 44% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on US Route 201, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 32 miles. The route transitions from local streets like South Main Street in Skowhegan to the more open feel of US Route 201 as you head north. Expect a blend of driving experiences, from navigating through towns to cruising on more open roads. The character of the drive is generally practical rather than overtly scenic, prioritizing efficient travel.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Skowhegan, ME to Jackman, ME is easy. At 1h 24m with 44% 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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.1 miles (US 2; US 201 / Commercial Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 201 / Madison Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 72.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Straightforward navigation.
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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.1 miles (US 2; US 201 / Commercial Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 201 / Madison 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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