How far is Millinocket, ME from Auburn, ME?
The driving distance from Millinocket, ME to Auburn, ME is about 175.1 miles (281.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131 miles (210.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Millinocket and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Millinocket and Auburn.
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Start on Central Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · Central Street
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Continue on Route 157
2.8 mi · 4 min · Route 157
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Continue on Main Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Continue on Old Main Street
1022 ft · 35 sec · Old Main Street
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Continue on State Route 11
1418 ft · 35 sec · State Route 11
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Continue on Old Main Street
1523 ft · 29 sec · Old Main Street
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Continue on Medway Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Medway Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1268 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
134.1 mi · 2 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
1014 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Western Avenue
2.8 mi · 3 min · Western Avenue
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Continue on US 202
12.8 mi · 15 min · US 202
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Continue on US Route 202
1.5 km · 1 min · US Route 202
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Continue on Route 202
2.7 mi · 3 min · Route 202
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Continue on US Route 202
1 km · 43 sec · US Route 202
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Continue on Route 202
3.8 mi · 4 min · Route 202
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Continue on Main Street
4.9 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Continue on Court Street
2156 ft · 39 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto Minot Avenue
541 ft · 42 sec · Minot Avenue
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Continue on Minot Avenue
139 m · 6 sec · Minot Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Minot Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Millinocket and Auburn.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Medway Road
Merge slight left
134 mi · 02h 22m
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 And Snow leaving Millinocket and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Millinocket to Auburn?
The road trip is about 175.1 miles (281.8 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Carmel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.3 miles from Millinocket and 87.8 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131 miles (210.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.1 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 12:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.38 one way or $48.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow around Millinocket and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Carmel
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 Millinocket and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 130.98 mi (210.79 km).
#1 Millinocket
City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 4,244 |
| Coordinates | 45.6572700, -68.7097600 |
| Altitude | 113 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Auburn
City in Maine, USA
| Population | 23,410 |
| Coordinates | 44.0978500, -70.2311700 |
| Altitude | 58 |
| Country | United States |
End: Minot Avenue (-70.231156, 44.097849)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 282 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
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 | $24.38 | $48.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $27.54 | $55.09 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $30.02 | $60.04 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $37.06 | $74.12 |
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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