How far is Bristol, ME from Somerville, ME?
The driving distance from Bristol, ME to Somerville, ME is about 31.1 miles (50 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bristol and Somerville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol and Somerville.
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Start on Bristol Road
5.7 mi · 10 min · Bristol Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Merge slight left onto Route 1
4.2 mi · 6 min · Route 1
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Turn left onto East Pond Road
6.9 mi · 17 min · East Pond Road
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Turn left onto Waldoboro Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Waldoboro Road
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Turn right onto Washington Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Washington Road
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Continue on Jefferson Road
1297 ft · 32 sec · Jefferson Road
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Turn left onto Fitch Road
1.7 mi · 6 min · Fitch Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Augusta Road
1.1 mi · 1 min · Augusta Road
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Turn right onto West Washington Road
3.4 mi · 8 min · West Washington Road
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Continue on Patricktown Road
2.4 mi · 6 min · Patricktown Road
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Turn left onto Somerville Road
18 m · 3 sec · Somerville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Somerville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bristol and Somerville.
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.
East Pond Road
Turn left onto East Pond Road
6.95 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Bristol and Partly Sunny near Somerville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bristol to Somerville?
The road trip is about 31.1 miles (50 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Jefferson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.5 miles from Bristol and 15.5 miles from Somerville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 4:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.34 one way or $8.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Bristol and Partly Sunny near Somerville.
Stop Ideas Near Jefferson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jefferson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bristol and Somerville. Straight-line distance: 24.32 mi (39.14 km).
#1 Bristol
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 2,796 |
| Coordinates | 43.9575800, -69.5092100 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Somerville
Town in Lincoln County, Maine, USA
| Population | 569 |
| Coordinates | 44.3092400, -69.4889300 |
| Altitude | 63 |
| Country | United States |
End: Somerville (-69.48893, 44.30924)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.34 | $8.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $4.90 | $9.81 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $6.60 | $13.19 |
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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