How far is Madison, ME from Tarratine, ME?
The driving distance from Madison, ME to Tarratine, ME is about 82.1 miles (132.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m 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 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Tarratine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Tarratine.
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Start on Madison Road
17 m · 9 sec · Madison Road
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Turn left onto Main Street
2556 ft · 44 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on River Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · River Road
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Continue on North Main Street
2577 ft · 44 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Solon Road
6.3 mi · 9 min · Solon Road
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Turn right onto Ferry Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Ferry Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
2 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Bingham Road
4.6 mi · 5 min · Bingham Road
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Continue on River Road
3029 ft · 39 sec · River Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Jackman Road
1836 ft · 24 sec · Jackman Road
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Continue on Canada Road
8.8 mi · 10 min · Canada Road
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Continue on US Route 201
32 mi · 36 min · US Route 201
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Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Route 6 Cutoff
3.3 mi · 13 min · Route 6 Cutoff
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Turn right onto Long Pond Road
7.3 mi · 13 min · Long Pond Road
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Continue on State Route 6
6.6 mi · 12 min · State Route 6
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Continue on Jackman Road
2925 ft · 59 sec · Jackman Road
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Turn slight left onto Tarratine Road
767 ft · 34 sec · Tarratine Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tarratine Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Tarratine.
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Madison and Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers near Tarratine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Tarratine?
The road trip is about 82.1 miles (132.2 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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 41.1 miles from Madison and 41.1 miles from Tarratine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.6 miles (91.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.5 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 2:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.44 one way or $22.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Madison and Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers near Tarratine.
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 Madison and Tarratine. Straight-line distance: 56.64 mi (91.15 km).
#1 Madison
Town in Somerset County, Maine, United States
| Population | 4,696 |
| Coordinates | 44.7975600, -69.8797800 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tarratine
Tarratine is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 45.6169900, -69.8483900 |
| Altitude | 336 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tarratine (-69.84839, 45.61699)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $12.93 | $25.85 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $14.09 | $28.18 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $17.39 | $34.78 |
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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