How far is Dexter, ME from Old Town, ME?
The driving distance from Dexter, ME to Old Town, ME is about 38.6 miles (62.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.1 miles (51.7 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Maine, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dexter and Old Town.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dexter and Old Town.
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Start on Spring Street
1 mi · 2 min · Spring Street
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Continue on Corinna Road
148 m · 13 sec · Corinna Road
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Turn left onto Greenhouse Road
117 m · 8 sec · Greenhouse Road
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Continue on Garland Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Garland Road
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Continue on Dexter Road
3 mi · 5 min · Dexter Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Corinth Road
4.1 mi · 7 min · Corinth Road
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Continue on Garland Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Garland Road
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Turn left onto Exeter Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Exeter Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
652 ft · 13 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Hudson Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · Hudson Road
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Continue on Corinth Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Corinth Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hudson Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Hudson Road
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Turn left onto Old Town Road
3.5 mi · 6 min · Old Town Road
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Continue on Hudson Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Hudson Road
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Continue on West Old Town Road
4.9 mi · 9 min · West Old Town Road
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Continue on Gilman Falls Avenue
2.4 mi · 5 min · Gilman Falls Avenue
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Continue on North Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dexter and Old Town.
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.
West Old Town Road
Continue on West Old Town Road
4.88 mi · 00h 09m
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 Showers leaving Dexter 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 Dexter to Old Town?
The road trip is about 38.6 miles (62.2 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?
Bradford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Dexter and 19.3 miles from Old Town.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.1 miles (51.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 $5.37 one way or $10.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Dexter and Chance Rain Showers near Old Town.
Stop Ideas Near Bradford
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dexter and Old Town. Straight-line distance: 32.1 mi (51.66 km).
#1 Dexter
Town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States
| Population | 3,702 |
| Coordinates | 45.0239500, -69.2897700 |
| Altitude | 127 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Old Town
City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States
| Population | 7,431 |
| Coordinates | 44.9342300, -68.6453100 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-68.645443, 44.934196)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 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 | $5.37 | $10.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.06 | $12.12 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.61 | $13.21 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $8.16 | $16.31 |
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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