How far is Jackman, ME from Anson, ME?
The driving distance from Jackman, ME to Anson, ME is about 70 miles (112.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m 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 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Somerset County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackman and Anson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackman and Anson.
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Start on Forest Street
56 m · 8 sec · Forest Street
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Turn straight onto Spruce Street
75 m · 13 sec · Spruce Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
7.7 mi · 9 min · Main Street
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Continue on US Route 201
32 mi · 36 min · US Route 201
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Continue on Canada Road
8.8 mi · 10 min · Canada Road
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Continue on Jackman Road
1836 ft · 24 sec · Jackman Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on River Road
3029 ft · 39 sec · River Road
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Continue on Bingham Road
4.6 mi · 5 min · Bingham Road
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Continue on North Main Street
2 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Ferry Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Ferry Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Kennebec River Road
6.3 mi · 9 min · Kennebec River Road
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Continue on North Main Street
2577 ft · 44 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on River Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · River Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 km · 1 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 Jackman and Anson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US Route 201
Continue on US Route 201
32 mi · 00h 36m
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 Jackman and Mostly Cloudy near Anson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackman to Anson?
The road trip is about 70 miles (112.6 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Caratunk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35 miles from Jackman and 35 miles from Anson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.74 one way or $19.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Jackman and Mostly Cloudy near Anson.
Stop Ideas Near Caratunk
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 Caratunk.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackman and Anson. Straight-line distance: 59.74 mi (96.15 km).
#1 Jackman
Town in Somerset, Maine, USA
| Population | 813 |
| Coordinates | 45.6239400, -70.2545100 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anson
Town in Somerset County, Maine, United States
| Population | 2,397 |
| Coordinates | 44.7983900, -69.8892200 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-69.889522, 44.798451)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.74 | $19.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $11.01 | $22.02 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $12.00 | $24.00 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $14.81 | $29.63 |
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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