This 94.2-mile drive from Stetson to Auburn, Maine, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 50 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it’s an economical journey. The route primarily utilizes I-95 and US 202, offering a highway-focused experience for most of the way. You'll be staying within the Northeast region of the US for this entire drive. Given its manageable length and duration, this trip is ideal for a single day of travel, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.1 miles from Stetson, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
56.8 mi
1h 1m
US 202
12.8 mi
14m
Route 202
6.6 mi
7m
Lakins Road
5.6 mi
9m
Main Street
4.9 mi
5m
Western Avenue
2.8 mi
3m
Dixmont Road
2.1 mi
3m
US Route 202
1.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 56.8 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stetson, ME and Auburn, ME.
1
Start on ME 222
255 ft·12 sec·Village Road
2
Turn left onto ME 143
5.6 mi·9 min·Lakins Road
3
Continue on ME 143
2.1 mi·3 min·Dixmont Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
5
Merge onto I 95
57 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 95
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 109BToward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
7
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
2.8 mi·3 min·Western Avenue
8
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
13 mi·14 min·US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.9 mi·1 min·US Route 202
10
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.7 mi·3 min·Route 202
11
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.6 mi·42 sec·US Route 202
12
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
3.8 mi·4 min·Route 202
13
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.9 mi·5 min·Main Street
14
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi·39 sec·Court Street
15
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.1 mi·42 sec·Minot Avenue
16
Continue on US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
456 ft·5 sec·Minot Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 50-minute drive, departing mid-morning should allow you to avoid peak traffic and arrive with plenty of daylight. Since this is a shorter, highway-focused trip, you won't need to plan for extensive stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto the longest stretch of I-95. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point if needed, though with only 94.2 miles, you might not require one. The estimated fuel cost of $15 is a good budget to keep in mind for this particular route.
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 47.1 miles from Stetson, ME, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.8 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.1 miles or 56m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stetson, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stetson, ME
This is one driving day of about 94.2 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Stetson, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 56.8 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 and 65 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|ME 143 / Lakins Road
Turn left onto ME 143 / Lakins Road
Navigation decision point
3
7.8 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
8 mi into trip|~14m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
64.8 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 109B
Toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME...
3
65 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.16 one way
$30.33 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$16.69
$33.37
premium
$4.86
$18.04
$36.08
diesel
$5.61
$20.80
$41.60
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: 33 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
28.3
0
$9.89
$4.52
Efficient EV
23.6
0
$8.24
$3.77
EV Truck/SUV
37.7
0
$13.19
$6.03
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 15, 2026
Origin
Stetson, ME
Late night
in Stetson on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Auburn, ME
Late night
in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Augusta, 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
17 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 50m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 64.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect an 82% highway drive, with the majority of your time spent on I-95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.8 miles on I-95, providing a consistent pace. This highway-focused profile means you'll experience relatively fast travel for much of the journey. As you transition to US 202, the road character remains largely highway-oriented, ensuring a predictable and efficient drive from start to finish.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.8 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US 202. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 143 / Lakins Road.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Stetson, ME to Auburn, ME is easy. At 1h 50m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 143 / Lakins Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 94.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 56.8 miles on I 95. 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: near the start (ME 143 / Lakins Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Auburn, ME before heading back.
