How far is Tarratine, ME from Fairfield, ME?
The driving distance from Tarratine, ME to Fairfield, ME is about 108.4 miles (174.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.1 miles (116 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 31m 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 02h 15m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Somerset County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers
Areas Of Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tarratine and Fairfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tarratine and Fairfield.
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Start on Tarratine Road
767 ft · 34 sec · Tarratine Road
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Turn straight onto Jackman Road
2925 ft · 58 sec · Jackman Road
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Continue on State Route 6
6.6 mi · 12 min · State Route 6
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Continue on Long Pond Road
7.3 mi · 13 min · Long Pond Road
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Turn left onto Route 6 Cutoff
3.3 mi · 13 min · Route 6 Cutoff
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Merge slight right onto Main Street
1.7 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on US Route 201
32 mi · 36 min · US Route 201
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Continue on Canada Road
8.8 mi · 10 min · Canada Road
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Continue on Jackman Road
1836 ft · 24 sec · Jackman Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on River Road
3029 ft · 39 sec · River Road
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Continue on Bingham Road
4.6 mi · 5 min · Bingham Road
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Continue on North Main Street
15.3 mi · 17 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Madison Avenue
1.9 mi · 4 min · Madison Avenue
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Turn left onto Waterville Road
6.8 mi · 9 min · Waterville Road
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Continue on Skowhegan Road
8.1 mi · 12 min · Skowhegan Road
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Continue on Main Street
1043 ft · 40 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Western Avenue
100 m · 18 sec · Western Avenue
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Turn left onto Newhall Street
1147 ft · 33 sec · Newhall Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lawrence Avenue
600 ft · 26 sec · Lawrence Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lawrence Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tarratine and Fairfield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US Route 201
Continue on US Route 201
32 mi · 00h 36m
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 Scattered Rain Showers leaving Tarratine and Areas Of Fog near Fairfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tarratine to Fairfield?
The road trip is about 108.4 miles (174.4 km) and usually takes 02h 15m 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?
Caratunk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.9 miles from Tarratine and 58.5 miles from Fairfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.1 miles (116 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.3 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 1:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.11 one way or $30.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers around Tarratine and Areas Of Fog near Fairfield.
Stop Ideas Near Caratunk
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 Caratunk.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tarratine and Fairfield. Straight-line distance: 72.1 mi (116.04 km).
#1 Tarratine
Tarratine is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 45.6169900, -69.8483900 |
| Altitude | 336 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fairfield
Town in Somerset County, Maine, United States
| Population | 6,552 |
| Coordinates | 44.5884000, -69.5986600 |
| Altitude | 43 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lawrence Avenue (-69.598721, 44.588069)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 174 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $15.11 | $30.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $17.07 | $34.14 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $18.61 | $37.21 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $22.97 | $45.94 |
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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