How far is Rangeley, ME from North Jay, ME?
The driving distance from Rangeley, ME to North Jay, ME is about 49.2 miles (79.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Location in Maine
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Showers Likely then Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rangeley and North Jay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rangeley and North Jay.
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Start on High Street
129 m · 19 sec · High Street
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Continue on Pond Street
528 ft · 29 sec · Pond Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
11.8 mi · 18 min · Main Street
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Continue on Rangeley Road
8.3 mi · 12 min · Rangeley Road
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Turn right onto Weld Road
5.9 mi · 9 min · Weld Road
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Continue on Phillips Road
5.9 mi · 10 min · Phillips Road
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Continue on Church Street
1760 ft · 35 sec · Church Street
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Continue on School Street
5 mi · 9 min · School Street
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Continue on Weld Road
8.2 mi · 14 min · Weld Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto US Route 2 East
1620 ft · 35 sec · US Route 2 East
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Continue on United States Highway 2
153 m · 11 sec · United States Highway 2
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Turn right onto Maine Route 4 Southbound
952 ft · 21 sec · Maine Route 4 Southbound
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Merge slight left onto Main Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rangeley and North Jay.
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.
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
11.8 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Rain Showers Likely then Light Rain leaving Rangeley and Chance Rain Showers near North Jay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rangeley to North Jay?
The road trip is about 49.2 miles (79.2 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Phillips is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.5 miles from Rangeley and 24.6 miles from North Jay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.86 one way or $13.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Light Rain around Rangeley and Chance Rain Showers near North Jay.
Stop Ideas Near Phillips
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 Phillips.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rangeley and North Jay. Straight-line distance: 35.11 mi (56.51 km).
#1 Rangeley
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 1,151 |
| Coordinates | 44.9664400, -70.6428500 |
| Altitude | 469 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Jay
North Jay is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.5472900, -70.2381200 |
| Altitude | 115 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Jay (-70.23812, 44.54729)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.76 | $15.51 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.45 | $16.91 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.43 | $20.87 |
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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