How far is Pittsfield, ME from Augusta, ME?

The driving distance from Pittsfield, ME to Augusta, ME is about 41.9 miles (67.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 38 miles (61.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
41.94 mi
00h 48m
Flight
38 mi
61.15 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
38 mi
Kilometers
61.15 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
41.94 mi
Kilometers
67.5 km
Drive Time
00h 48m

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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 00h 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Augusta
Wed, Sep 23, 12:34 PM EDT
Return by in Pittsfield
Wed, Sep 23, 1:23 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pittsfield
2026-09-23T11:46
Arrive Augusta
Wed, Sep 23, 12:34 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:48 AM to 10:48 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:54 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pittsfield
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
Waterville
ME

City in Maine, United States

From Pittsfield
20.9 mi
00h 24m
To Augusta
21 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph NE
Destination
66°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pittsfield and Augusta.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pittsfield and Augusta.

  1. 1

    Start on Central Street

    590 ft · 13 sec · Central Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Forest Street

    655 ft · 16 sec · Forest Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Somerset Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · Somerset Avenue

  4. 4

    Take the ramp left

    991 ft · 25 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    37.3 mi · 40 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward ME 8, ME 11: Augusta, Belgrade

    706 ft · 20 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    100 m · 11 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Civic Center Drive

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Civic Center Drive

  9. 9

    Continue on Mount Vernon Avenue

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Mount Vernon Avenue

  10. 10

    Continue on State Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · State Street

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout toward Memorial Circle

    12 m · 1 sec · Memorial Circle

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Memorial Circle

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pittsfield and Augusta.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
12 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
28.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Somerset Avenue
38.5 mi · 92%
Civic Center Drive
1.16 mi · 3%
Mount Vernon Avenue
1.14 mi · 3%
State Street
0.74 mi · 2%
ME 8
0.2 mi
Forest Street
0.12 mi
Longest Stretch

Somerset Avenue

Merge slight left

37.3 mi · 00h 40m

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
00h 48m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.9 mi
38 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Waterville
00h 24m from Pittsfield
Leave By
4:54 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Pittsfield and Sunny near Augusta.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pittsfield to Augusta?

The road trip is about 41.9 miles (67.5 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?

Waterville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Pittsfield and 21 miles from Augusta.

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

The direct path is about 38 miles (61.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 4:54 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.54 one way or $13.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pittsfield and Sunny near Augusta.

Stop Ideas Near Waterville

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 Waterville and the surrounding midpoint area.
Waterville Opera House
Scenic stop 1.8 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 9.8 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 Waterville.

BUS

Augusta, ME

26 mi away
9 Industrial Drive
BUS

Belfast, Maine

50 mi away
Belmont Ave & US Hwy 1
BUS

Waldoboro, Maine

54 mi away
US hwy 1 and hwy 32
BUS

Damariscotta, Maine

58 mi away
167 Main St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pittsfield and Augusta. Straight-line distance: 38 mi (61.15 km).

Pittsfield

#1 Pittsfield

Town in Somerset County, Maine, United States

Population4,003
Coordinates44.7825600, -69.3833800
Altitude64
CountryUnited States
Augusta

#2 Augusta

County seat in Kennebec County, Maine, USA and Maine federated state capital city

Population18,747
Coordinates44.3106200, -69.7794900
Altitude38
CountryUnited States
Start: Pittsfield (-69.38338, 44.78256)
End: Augusta (-69.77949, 44.31062)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 68 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 23m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 50m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.48 gal
5.6 L · about $6.54
Round trip
$13.09
2.96 gal · 11.2 L
Estimated CO2
13.2 kg one way
Round trip: 26.3 kg / 58 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.42 $6.54 $13.09
Mid-grade $4.96 $7.35 $14.69
Premium $5.44 $8.05 $16.11
Diesel $6.52 $9.64 $19.29

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 · Sep 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Pittsfield and Augusta. The current time is 11:46:26.

Distance to Other Cities

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