How far is Brewer, ME from Old Town, ME?

Fastest route

The route from Brewer, Maine to Old Town, Maine is approximately 12.8 miles and takes about 20 minutes via I-95 N. The fastest route is recommended due to traffic conditions.

Directions

  1. Start on State St in Brewer and head southeast towards Jordan.
  2. Turn left onto Washington St, then left again at the first cross street onto Holyoke St.
  3. Take Hancock St to State St in Bangor by turning right onto Washington St, which will eventually become Hancock St.
  4. Get on I-95 N by turning right onto State St.
  5. Take the slight left onto Hogan Rd and use the right lane to take the ramp to Orono.
  6. Follow I-95 N and take exit 193 for Stillwater Ave toward Stillwater/Old Town.
  7. Keep right at the fork and merge onto Stillwater Ave. Continue on Stillwater Ave until you reach Old Town.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Follow the signs for Orono/University of Maine/US-2 when merging onto Stillwater Ave.
  • 🛣️ Stay on the designated route (I-95 N) to ensure the fastest journey.
  • ⚠️ Be mindful of traffic conditions along the way and consider alternative routes if necessary.
  • ⛽ It may be helpful to refuel your vehicle before embarking on the trip.
  • 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the directions beforehand to have a smoother navigation experience.
  • 🕐 Allow some extra time for unexpected delays or detours.
  • 🚧 Pay attention to road signs and follow the speed limits and traffic regulations for a safe journey.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
12.5 mi
00h 20m
Flight
11.07 mi
17.82 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
11.07 mi
Kilometers
17.82 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
12.5 mi
Kilometers
20.11 km
Drive Time
00h 20m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Old Town
Thu, Apr 23, 9:51 AM EDT
Return by in Brewer
Thu, Apr 23, 10:12 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Brewer
2026-04-23T09:30
Arrive Old Town
Thu, Apr 23, 9:51 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:21 AM to 7:21 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:48 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Brewer
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Veazie
ME

City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America

From Brewer
6.3 mi
00h 10m
To Old Town
6.2 mi
00h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
48°F
Thursday

Chance Snow Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph NW
Destination
49°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 8 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Brewer and Old Town.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brewer and Old Town.

  1. 1

    Start on State Street

    23 m · 29 sec · State Street

  2. 2

    Turn uturn onto State Street

    1118 ft · 23 sec · State Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Oak Street

    1441 ft · 28 sec · Oak Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Broadway

    1.2 mi · 4 min · Broadway

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right

    1281 ft · 32 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    7.1 mi · 8 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Stillwater Avenue, Stillwater, Old Town

    1066 ft · 37 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Stillwater Avenue

    2.6 mi · 7 min · Stillwater Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn straight onto Center Street

    1.1 km · 2 min · Center Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Main Street

    73 m · 5 sec · Main Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Brewer and Old Town.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
11 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
88 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Broadway
8.54 mi · 68%
Stillwater Avenue
2.79 mi · 22%
Center Street
0.65 mi · 5%
Oak Street
0.27 mi · 2%
State Street
0.23 mi · 2%
Main Street
0.05 mi
Longest Stretch

Broadway

Merge slight left

7.15 mi · 00h 08m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 20m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.4 mi
11.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Veazie
00h 10m from Brewer
Leave By
7:48 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Chance Snow Showers leaving Brewer and Chance Rain Showers near Old Town.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Brewer to Old Town?

The road trip is about 12.5 miles (20.1 km) and usually takes 00h 20m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Veazie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.3 miles from Brewer and 6.2 miles from Old Town.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 11.1 miles (17.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.74 one way or $3.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Brewer and Chance Rain Showers near Old Town.

Stop Ideas Near Veazie

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Veazie, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Veazie.

BUS

Orono (University of Maine), Maine

8 mi away
Squapan Rd and Gym Dr
BUS

Bangor, Maine

9 mi away
1039 Union St.
BUS

Searsport, Maine

45 mi away
161 East Main St.
BUS

Belfast, Maine

53 mi away
Belmont Ave & US Hwy 1

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Brewer and Old Town. Straight-line distance: 11.07 mi (17.82 km).

Brewer

#1 Brewer

City in Maine, USA

Population8,948
Coordinates44.7967400, -68.7614200
Altitude15
CountryUnited States
Old Town

#2 Old Town

City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States

Population7,431
Coordinates44.9342300, -68.6453100
Altitude33
CountryUnited States
Start: State Street (-68.761189, 44.796826)
End: South Main Street (-68.645443, 44.934196)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 20 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 14m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 12m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 10m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 09m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.44 gal
1.67 L · about $1.74
Round trip
$3.47
0.88 gal · 3.34 L
Estimated CO2
3.9 kg one way
Round trip: 7.8 kg / 17 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $1.74 $3.47
Mid-grade $4.46 $1.96 $3.92
Premium $4.86 $2.14 $4.28
Diesel $6.00 $2.64 $5.28

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Maine · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Brewer and Old Town. The current time is 09:30:59.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.