How far is Back Settlement, ME from Limestone, ME?
The driving distance from Back Settlement, ME to Limestone, ME is about 72.1 miles (116 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Human settlement in Aroostook County, Maine, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Back Settlement and Limestone.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Back Settlement and Limestone.
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Start on Sunset Drive
1.9 mi · 7 min · Sunset Drive
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Turn sharp right onto Main Street
4.3 mi · 7 min · Main Street
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Continue on Saint John Road
10.3 mi · 18 min · Saint John Road
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Continue on West Main Street
1.8 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Turn slight right onto Monument Square
142 m · 15 sec · Monument Square
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Turn straight onto Pleasant Street
1.4 km · 3 min · Pleasant Street
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
655 ft · 21 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn right onto Market Street
1973 ft · 33 sec · Market Street
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Continue on Caribou Road
17.8 mi · 26 min · Caribou Road
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Continue on New Sweden Road
19.5 mi · 29 min · New Sweden Road
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Continue on Sweden Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Sweden Street
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Turn left onto Caribou Connector
3.6 mi · 5 min · Caribou Connector
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Turn right onto Presque Isle Road
1117 ft · 29 sec · Presque Isle Road
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Continue on Access Highway
9.7 mi · 17 min · Access Highway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1338 ft · 24 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Trafton Avenue
22 m · 3 sec · Trafton Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Trafton Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Back Settlement and Limestone.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
New Sweden Road
Continue on New Sweden Road
19.5 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain And Snow leaving Back Settlement and Chance Light Rain near Limestone.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Back Settlement to Limestone?
The road trip is about 72.1 miles (116 km) and usually takes 01h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Saint Agatha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36 miles from Back Settlement and 36.1 miles from Limestone.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 20 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.02 one way or $20.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow around Back Settlement and Chance Light Rain near Limestone.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Back Settlement and Limestone. Straight-line distance: 52.07 mi (83.8 km).
#1 Back Settlement
Back Settlement is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.1564300, -68.8700400 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Limestone
Town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States
| Population | 2,164 |
| Coordinates | 46.9086600, -67.8258500 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: Trafton Avenue (-67.82586, 46.908791)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $10.02 | $20.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $11.32 | $22.64 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $12.34 | $24.68 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $15.23 | $30.46 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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