How far is Gerrishville, ME from Ellsworth, ME?
The driving distance from Gerrishville, ME to Ellsworth, ME is about 26.1 miles (42 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gerrishville and Ellsworth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gerrishville and Ellsworth.
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Start on Summer Harbor Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Summer Harbor Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Gouldsboro Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · South Gouldsboro Road
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Continue on South Gouldsboro Road
2993 ft · 1 min · South Gouldsboro Road
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Turn left onto US Highway 1
14.4 mi · 21 min · US Highway 1
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Turn right onto Washington Junction Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Washington Junction Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · 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 Gerrishville and Ellsworth.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US Highway 1
Turn left onto US Highway 1
14.4 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Gerrishville and Light Rain Likely near Ellsworth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gerrishville to Ellsworth?
The road trip is about 26.1 miles (42 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
Sullivan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.5 miles from Gerrishville and 13.6 miles from Ellsworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 7:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.63 one way or $7.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Gerrishville and Light Rain Likely near Ellsworth.
Stop Ideas Near Sullivan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Plaza parking lot
Downeast transportation — Ellsworth City Hall Bus Stop
Bar Harbor Town Office
Ellsworth Police Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sullivan.
Orono (University of Maine), Maine
Searsport, Maine
Bangor, Maine
Belfast, Maine
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gerrishville and Ellsworth. Straight-line distance: 18.5 mi (29.77 km).
#1 Gerrishville
Gerrishville is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.4014700, -68.1014000 |
| Altitude | 41 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ellsworth
City in Maine
| Population | 8,249 |
| Coordinates | 44.5434100, -68.4194600 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-68.419362, 44.543292)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.63 | $7.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $4.10 | $8.20 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $4.47 | $8.94 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $5.52 | $11.03 |
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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