How far is Spaulding, ME from Fort Kent, ME?
The driving distance from Spaulding, ME to Fort Kent, ME is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31 miles (49.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 04m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Maine, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spaulding and Fort Kent.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spaulding and Fort Kent.
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Start on High Meadow Road
1.5 km · 4 min · High Meadow Road
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Continue on Woodland Center Road
4.7 mi · 11 min · Woodland Center Road
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Turn left onto Morse Road
1.3 mi · 5 min · Morse Road
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Turn right onto Colby Siding Road
2853 ft · 2 min · Colby Siding Road
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Turn left onto Goodwin Road
1.1 km · 3 min · Goodwin Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto New Sweden Road
17.2 mi · 26 min · New Sweden Road
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Continue on Caribou Road
17.8 mi · 26 min · Caribou Road
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Continue on Market Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · Market Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
92 m · 11 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Highland Avenue
27 m · 4 sec · Highland Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Highland Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spaulding and Fort Kent.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Caribou Road
Continue on Caribou Road
17.8 mi · 00h 26m
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 Cloudy then Chance Light Rain leaving Spaulding and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain And Snow near Fort Kent.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spaulding to Fort Kent?
The road trip is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Stockholm is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Spaulding and 22.5 miles from Fort Kent.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31 miles (49.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.9 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.63 one way or $13.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain around Spaulding and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain And Snow near Fort Kent.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spaulding and Fort Kent. Straight-line distance: 31.01 mi (49.91 km).
#1 Spaulding
Spaulding is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.8781000, -68.2400400 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Kent
Town in Maine, USA
| Population | 3,805 |
| Coordinates | 47.2586500, -68.5894900 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highland Avenue (-68.589476, 47.258621)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $4.17 | $6.63 | $13.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.77 | $7.59 | $15.17 |
| Premium | $5.24 | $8.34 | $16.67 |
| Diesel | $6.33 | $10.07 | $20.14 |
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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