How far is Orono, ME from Falmouth, ME?

The driving distance from Orono, ME to Falmouth, ME is about 132.2 miles (212.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
132.24 mi
02h 04m
Flight
111.26 mi
179.05 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
111.26 mi
Kilometers
179.05 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
132.24 mi
Kilometers
212.82 km
Drive Time
02h 04m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Falmouth
Sun, Apr 26, 7:03 AM EDT
Return by in Orono
Sun, Apr 26, 9:07 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Orono
2026-04-26T04:59
Arrive Falmouth
Sun, Apr 26, 7:03 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:04 AM to 12:04 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:22 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Orono
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Oakland
ME

Town in Kennebec County in the U.

From Orono
66.1 mi
01h 02m
To Falmouth
66.2 mi
01h 02m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 26 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph E
Destination
50°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 26 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Orono and Falmouth.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Orono and Falmouth.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    50 m · 14 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right

    20 m · 8 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Pine Street

    70 m · 17 sec · Pine Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Kelley Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Kelley Road

  6. 6

    Take the ramp left

    1342 ft · 33 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    87.3 mi · 1 hr 36 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick

    41.7 mi · 47 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Falmouth

    1404 ft · 34 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Bucknam Road

    1176 ft · 31 sec · Bucknam Road

  11. 11

    Continue on Falmouth Road

    11 m · 1 sec · Falmouth Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Falmouth Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Orono and Falmouth.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Kelley Road
88.6 mi · 67%
I 295 South
42 mi · 32%
Main Street
1.24 mi · 1%
Bucknam Road
0.22 mi
Pine Street
0.04 mi
Falmouth Road
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Kelley Road

Merge slight left

87.3 mi · 01h 36m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.9 mi
111.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Oakland
01h 02m from Orono
Leave By
2:22 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Orono and Partly Sunny near Falmouth.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Orono to Falmouth?

The road trip is about 132.2 miles (212.8 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?

Oakland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.1 miles from Orono and 66.2 miles from Falmouth.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.9 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 2:22 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.42 one way or $36.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Orono and Partly Sunny near Falmouth.

Stop Ideas Near Oakland

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Oakland and the surrounding midpoint area.
Waterville Opera House
Scenic stop 2.7 mi away

Waterville Opera House

Waterville , ME
1 Common St, Waterville, ME 04901
Rating 4.7/5 291 reviews Opera house,Comedy club,Concert hall,Historical landmark,Performing arts theater
Sidney Town Hall
Meeting point 7.1 mi away

Sidney Town Hall

Sidney , ME
2986 Middle Rd, Sidney, ME 04330
Rating 4.9/5 10 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oakland.

BUS

Augusta, ME

21 mi away
9 Industrial Drive
BUS

Waldoboro, Maine

56 mi away
US hwy 1 and hwy 32
BUS

Belfast, Maine

57 mi away
Belmont Ave & US Hwy 1
BUS

Damariscotta, Maine

58 mi away
167 Main St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Orono and Falmouth. Straight-line distance: 111.26 mi (179.05 km).

Orono

#1 Orono

City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US

Population10,636
Coordinates44.8831200, -68.6719800
Altitude38
CountryUnited States
Falmouth

#2 Falmouth

Town in Cumberland County, Maine

Population12,440
Coordinates43.7295300, -70.2419900
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Start: (-68.671762, 44.883028)
End: Falmouth Road (-70.241976, 43.729503)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 213 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 12m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 53m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.67 gal
17.66 L · about $18.42
Round trip
$36.85
9.34 gal · 35.32 L
Estimated CO2
41.5 kg one way
Round trip: 83 kg / 183 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $18.42 $36.85
Mid-grade $4.46 $20.81 $41.63
Premium $4.86 $22.69 $45.37
Diesel $6.00 $28.01 $56.01

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Maine · Apr 26, 2026

There is no time difference between Orono and Falmouth. The current time is 04:59:00.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.