How far is Waterville, ME from Orono, ME?
The driving distance from Waterville, ME to Orono, ME is about 64.1 miles (103.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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 04m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterville and Orono.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterville and Orono.
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Start on Post Office Square
13 m · 4 sec · Post Office Square
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Turn right onto Elm Street
110 m · 14 sec · Elm Street
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Turn slight left onto Main Street
1.3 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1419 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight right
59.9 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Kelly Road, Orono
1289 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Kelley Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Kelley Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Pine Street
70 m · 16 sec · Pine Street
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Turn left
20 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
50 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterville and Orono.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Merge slight right
59.9 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Waterville and Mostly Sunny near Orono.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterville to Orono?
The road trip is about 64.1 miles (103.1 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?
Plymouth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32 miles from Waterville and 32.1 miles from Orono.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 4:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.92 one way or $17.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Waterville and Mostly Sunny near Orono.
Stop Ideas Near Plymouth
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 Plymouth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterville and Orono. Straight-line distance: 52.38 mi (84.3 km).
#1 Waterville
City in Maine, United States
| Population | 16,579 |
| Coordinates | 44.5520100, -69.6317100 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Orono
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US
| Population | 10,636 |
| Coordinates | 44.8831200, -68.6719800 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-68.671762, 44.883028)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.92 | $17.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $10.07 | $20.15 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $10.98 | $21.96 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $13.55 | $27.11 |
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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