How far is Rockport, ME from Vinalhaven, ME?
The driving distance from Rockport, ME to Vinalhaven, ME is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.3 miles (24.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rockport and Vinalhaven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockport and Vinalhaven.
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Start on the route
21 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Ship Street
42 m · 11 sec · Ship Street
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Turn left onto Pascal Avenue
2002 ft · 58 sec · Pascal Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Commercial Street
3.9 mi · 4 min · Commercial Street
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Continue on Camden Street
1 mi · 2 min · Camden Street
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Continue on Main Street
2198 ft · 29 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
639 ft · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Talbot Avenue
150 m · 29 sec · Talbot Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
53 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Ferry Crossing Crossing Slip
117 m · 17 sec · Ferry Crossing Crossing Slip
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Continue on Ferry Crossing Crossing Slip
36 m · 9 sec · Ferry Crossing Crossing Slip
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Turn straight onto Rockland/Vinalhaven Ferry
17.1 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Rockland/Vinalhaven Ferry
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Continue on West Main Street
84 m · 20 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right
76 m · 18 sec
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Continue on West Main Street
2673 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rockport and Vinalhaven.
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.
Rockland/Vinalhaven Ferry
Turn straight onto Rockland/Vinalhaven Ferry
17.1 mi · 01h 15m
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 Sunny leaving Rockport and Mostly Sunny near Vinalhaven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockport to Vinalhaven?
The road trip is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
Owls Head is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.9 miles from Rockport and 11.9 miles from Vinalhaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.3 miles (24.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 3:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.31 one way or $6.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rockport and Mostly Sunny near Vinalhaven.
Stop Ideas Near Owls Head
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 Owls Head.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockport and Vinalhaven. Straight-line distance: 15.35 mi (24.71 km).
#1 Rockport
Rockport is a town in Knox County in the state of Maine.
| Population | 3,389 |
| Coordinates | 44.1845200, -69.0761500 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Vinalhaven
City in Maine, United States of America
| Population | 1,128 |
| Coordinates | 44.0481400, -68.8317000 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vinalhaven (-68.8317, 44.04814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $3.31 | $6.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $3.74 | $7.49 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $4.08 | $8.16 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $5.04 | $10.07 |
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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