How far is Hancock, ME from Gerrishville, ME?
The driving distance from Hancock, ME to Gerrishville, ME is about 15.8 miles (25.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.6 miles (18.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m 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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Human settlement in Hancock County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hancock and Gerrishville.
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Start on the route
35 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
48 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 1
9.3 mi · 14 min · US Highway 1
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Turn right onto South Gouldsboro Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · South Gouldsboro Road
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Turn right onto Summer Harbor Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Summer Harbor Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Summer Harbor Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hancock and Gerrishville.
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.
US Highway 1
Turn left onto US Highway 1
9.32 mi · 00h 14m
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 Hancock and Light Rain Likely near Gerrishville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hancock to Gerrishville?
The road trip is about 15.8 miles (25.4 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Sorrento is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.9 miles from Hancock and 7.9 miles from Gerrishville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.6 miles (18.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.21 one way or $4.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Hancock and Light Rain Likely near Gerrishville.
Stop Ideas Near Sorrento
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 Hancock and Gerrishville. Straight-line distance: 11.59 mi (18.65 km).
#1 Hancock
City in Hancock County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 2,440 |
| Coordinates | 44.5292400, -68.2536300 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gerrishville
Gerrishville is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.4014700, -68.1014000 |
| Altitude | 41 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gerrishville (-68.1014, 44.40147)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 25 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.21 | $4.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.50 | $4.99 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $3.36 | $6.72 |
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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