How far is Houlton, ME from Augusta, ME?
The driving distance from Houlton, ME to Augusta, ME is about 193.9 miles (312.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157 miles (252.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m 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 02h 50m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Houlton and Augusta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houlton and Augusta.
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Start on the route
41 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto Market Square
68 m · 7 sec · Market Square
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Turn right onto North Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Street
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Turn left
1631 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
189 mi · 3 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 8, ME 11: Augusta, Belgrade
706 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight left
100 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Civic Center Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · Civic Center Drive
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Continue on Mount Vernon Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Mount Vernon Avenue
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Continue on State Street
1.2 km · 1 min · State Street
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Enter the roundabout toward Memorial Circle
12 m · 1 sec · Memorial Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Memorial Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Houlton and Augusta.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Street
Merge slight left
189 mi · 03h 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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Houlton and Light Rain Likely near Augusta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Houlton to Augusta?
The road trip is about 193.9 miles (312.1 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Greenbush is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.7 miles from Houlton and 97.1 miles from Augusta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157 miles (252.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.9 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 12:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.98 one way or $53.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Houlton and Light Rain Likely near Augusta.
Stop Ideas Near Greenbush
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 Greenbush.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Houlton and Augusta. Straight-line distance: 156.97 mi (252.62 km).
#1 Houlton
Town in Maine, USA
| Population | 5,766 |
| Coordinates | 46.1261600, -67.8403000 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Augusta
County seat in Kennebec County, Maine, USA and Maine federated state capital city
| Population | 18,747 |
| Coordinates | 44.3106200, -69.7794900 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
End: Memorial Circle (-69.779631, 44.310703)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 312 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 25m |
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 | $26.98 | $53.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $30.49 | $60.97 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $33.23 | $66.46 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $41.02 | $82.04 |
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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