How far is Back Settlement, ME from Madawaska, ME?
The driving distance from Back Settlement, ME to Madawaska, ME is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.1 miles (46.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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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Town in Maine, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Back Settlement and Madawaska.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Back Settlement and Madawaska.
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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
1.5 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Clair-Fort Kent Bridge
1042 ft · 23 sec · Clair-Fort Kent Bridge
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Keep slight right to continue on Clair-Fort Kent Bridge
64 m · 13 sec · Clair-Fort Kent Bridge
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Rue Principale
1.4 mi · 3 min · Rue Principale
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Continue on Route 161
1.6 mi · 2 min · Route 161
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Continue on Route 120
3.1 mi · 5 min · Route 120
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Continue on Rue Principale
2.7 mi · 4 min · Rue Principale
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Continue on Route 120
2.9 mi · 4 min · Route 120
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Continue on Rue Centrale
2.1 mi · 3 min · Rue Centrale
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Continue on Route 120
2288 ft · 39 sec · Route 120
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Continue on Rue Saint-François
5.3 mi · 8 min · Rue Saint-François
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Turn right onto Rue Bridge
107 m · 8 sec · Rue Bridge
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Continue on Rue Bridge
988 ft · 27 sec · Rue Bridge
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Continue on Bridge Street
794 ft · 22 sec · Bridge Street
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Continue on Vital Drive
888 ft · 31 sec · Vital Drive
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto North 6th Avenue
14 m · 2 sec · North 6th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 6th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Back Settlement and Madawaska.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Saint John Road
Continue on Saint John Road
10.3 mi · 00h 18m
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 Rain And Snow near Madawaska.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Back Settlement to Madawaska?
The road trip is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Fort Kent is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.4 miles from Back Settlement and 18.8 miles from Madawaska.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.1 miles (46.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 4:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.33 one way or $10.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow around Back Settlement and Chance Rain And Snow near Madawaska.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Back Settlement and Madawaska. Straight-line distance: 29.15 mi (46.92 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 Madawaska
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 3,715 |
| Coordinates | 47.3553200, -68.3217100 |
| Altitude | 175 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 6th Avenue (-68.321517, 47.355284)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.33 | $10.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.02 | $12.03 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $8.10 | $16.19 |
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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