How far is Woodland Center, ME from Fort Fairfield, ME?
The driving distance from Woodland Center, ME to Fort Fairfield, ME is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodland Center and Fort Fairfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodland Center and Fort Fairfield.
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Start on Woodland Center Road
4.1 mi · 10 min · Woodland Center Road
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Continue on Woodland Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Woodland Road
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Turn straight onto Sweden Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Sweden Street
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Continue on Hatch Drive
549 ft · 11 sec · Hatch Drive
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Turn straight onto Washburn Street
788 ft · 16 sec · Washburn Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
617 ft · 13 sec · Main Street
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Turn slight left onto Lyndon Street
1364 ft · 40 sec · Lyndon Street
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Turn right onto Presque Isle Road
1078 ft · 28 sec · Presque Isle Road
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Turn left onto Fort Street
1585 ft · 35 sec · Fort Street
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Continue on Fort Fairfield Road
4.7 mi · 7 min · Fort Fairfield Road
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Continue on South Caribou Road
4.5 mi · 7 min · South Caribou Road
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Continue on High Street
1.4 km · 1 min · High Street
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Turn slight left onto Main Street
145 m · 10 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Elm Street
16 m · 2 sec · Elm Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elm Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodland Center and Fort Fairfield.
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.
Fort Fairfield Road
Continue on Fort Fairfield Road
4.7 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain leaving Woodland Center and Mostly Cloudy near Fort Fairfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodland Center to Fort Fairfield?
The road trip is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km) and usually takes 00h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Caribou is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.8 miles from Woodland Center and 9 miles from Fort Fairfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:28 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.63 one way or $5.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain around Woodland Center and Mostly Cloudy near Fort Fairfield.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodland Center and Fort Fairfield. Straight-line distance: 16.53 mi (26.6 km).
#1 Woodland Center
Woodland Center is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.8853200, -68.1419800 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Fairfield
City in Aroostook County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 3,278 |
| Coordinates | 46.7722700, -67.8339100 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elm Street (-67.834004, 46.772285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $2.63 | $5.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.77 | $3.01 | $6.01 |
| Premium | $5.24 | $3.30 | $6.61 |
| Diesel | $6.33 | $3.99 | $7.98 |
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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