How far is Stetson, ME from Lewiston, ME?

The driving distance from Stetson, ME to Lewiston, ME is about 86.1 miles (138.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 11m 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
86.12 mi
01h 35m
Flight
76.03 mi
122.36 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
76.03 mi
Kilometers
122.36 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
86.12 mi
Kilometers
138.6 km
Drive Time
01h 35m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lewiston
Sun, Apr 19, 7:51 AM EDT
Return by in Stetson
Sun, Apr 19, 9:27 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Stetson
2026-04-19T06:15
Arrive Lewiston
Sun, Apr 19, 7:51 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:36 AM to 11:36 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Stetson
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 Stetson
46.6 mi
00h 47m
To Lewiston
39.5 mi
00h 47m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Sunday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 10 mph S
Destination
54°F
Sunday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Stetson and Lewiston.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Stetson and Lewiston.

  1. 1

    Start on Village Road

    78 m · 12 sec · Village Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Lakins Road

    5.6 mi · 10 min · Lakins Road

  3. 3

    Continue on Dixmont Road

    2.1 mi · 4 min · Dixmont Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right

    1281 ft · 31 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    56.8 mi · 1 hr 2 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop

    1014 ft · 30 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Western Avenue

    2.8 mi · 3 min · Western Avenue

  8. 8

    Continue on US 202

    12.8 mi · 15 min · US 202

  9. 9

    Continue on US Route 202

    1.5 km · 1 min · US Route 202

  10. 10

    Continue on Route 202

    2.7 mi · 3 min · Route 202

  11. 11

    Continue on US Route 202

    1 km · 43 sec · US Route 202

  12. 12

    Continue on Route 202

    3.8 mi · 4 min · Route 202

  13. 13

    Continue on Main Street

    4.5 mi · 5 min · Main Street

  14. 14

    Continue on Main Street

    569 ft · 19 sec · Main Street

  15. 15

    Turn slight right

    48 m · 6 sec

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Stetson and Lewiston.

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
16 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Dixmont Road
59.2 mi · 69%
US 202
12.8 mi · 15%
Route 202
6.55 mi · 8%
Lakins Road
5.6 mi · 6%
Main Street
4.61 mi · 5%
Western Avenue
2.83 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Dixmont Road

Merge slight left

56.8 mi · 01h 02m

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
01h 35m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10 mi
76.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Waterville
00h 47m from Stetson
Leave By
3:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Stetson and Rain Showers Likely near Lewiston.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Stetson to Lewiston?

The road trip is about 86.1 miles (138.6 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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 46.6 miles from Stetson and 39.5 miles from Lewiston.

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

The direct path is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 3:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.99 one way or $23.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Stetson and Rain Showers Likely near Lewiston.

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 2.4 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 8.2 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 Stetson and Lewiston. Straight-line distance: 76.03 mi (122.36 km).

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#1 Stetson

Town in Maine, USA

Population1,192
Coordinates44.8917300, -69.1428200
Altitude67
CountryUnited States
Lewiston

#2 Lewiston

City in Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Population36,226
Coordinates44.1003500, -70.2147800
Altitude66
CountryUnited States
Start: Village Road (-69.142865, 44.891863)
End: (-70.214787, 44.100393)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 139 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 52m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 13m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.04 gal
11.5 L · about $11.99
Round trip
$23.99
6.08 gal · 23 L
Estimated CO2
27 kg one way
Round trip: 54 kg / 119 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $11.99 $23.99
Mid-grade $4.46 $13.55 $27.10
Premium $4.86 $14.77 $29.54
Diesel $6.00 $18.23 $36.46

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Stetson and Lewiston. The current time is 06:15:57.

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.