How far is Limestone, ME from Back Settlement, ME?
The driving distance from Limestone, ME to Back Settlement, ME is about 71.1 miles (114.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 05m 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 02m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Aroostook County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Limestone and Back Settlement.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Limestone and Back Settlement.
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Start on Trafton Avenue
22 m · 8 sec · Trafton Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
1338 ft · 25 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Access Highway
9.7 mi · 17 min · Access Highway
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Turn right onto Van Buren Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Van Buren Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Van Buren Road
33 m · 6 sec · Van Buren Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Van Buren Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Van Buren Road
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Turn left onto ME 161
1262 ft · 46 sec
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Turn straight onto Caribou Connector
1.1 mi · 2 min · Caribou Connector
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Turn right onto Sweden Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Sweden Street
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Continue on New Sweden Road
19.5 mi · 29 min · New Sweden Road
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Continue on Caribou Road
17.8 mi · 26 min · Caribou Road
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Continue on Market Street
1973 ft · 39 sec · Market Street
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
655 ft · 20 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn right onto Pleasant Street
1.5 km · 3 min · Pleasant Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.9 mi · 6 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Saint John Road
10.3 mi · 18 min · Saint John Road
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Continue on Main Street
4.3 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Turn sharp left onto Sunset Drive
1.9 mi · 7 min · Sunset Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sunset Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Limestone and Back Settlement.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
New Sweden Road
Continue on New Sweden Road
19.5 mi · 00h 29m
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 Limestone and Chance Rain And Snow near Back Settlement.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Limestone to Back Settlement?
The road trip is about 71.1 miles (114.5 km) and usually takes 02h 02m 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?
Saint Agatha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.5 miles from Limestone and 35.6 miles from Back Settlement.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 2:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.90 one way or $19.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Limestone and Chance Rain And Snow near Back Settlement.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Limestone and Back Settlement. Straight-line distance: 52.07 mi (83.8 km).
#1 Limestone
Town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States
| Population | 2,164 |
| Coordinates | 46.9086600, -67.8258500 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Back Settlement
Back Settlement is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.1564300, -68.8700400 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
End: Back Settlement (-68.87004, 47.15643)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.90 | $19.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $11.19 | $22.37 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $12.19 | $24.39 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $15.05 | $30.10 |
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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