Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
89.3 mi
144 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albion, ME
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Scarborough, ME
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The drive from Albion, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 89.3 miles and takes about 1h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, North Belfast Avenue, Lakeview Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.5 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.38 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.6 miles from Albion, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 89.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 59m highway drive covering 89.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and North Belfast Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.5 miles on I 295.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and North Belfast Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.1 miles in near US 202; ME 9 / North Belfast Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.3 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.1 miles (US 202; ME 9 / North Belfast Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 202; ME 9 / North Belfast Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95: Portland, Waterville, Bangor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I-95 South: Portland, Kittery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Albion, ME and Scarborough, ME, road signs point toward Waterville, Bangor, Kittery, Brunswick and Old Orchard.
Waterville
Bangor
Kittery
Brunswick
Old Orchard
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 50.5 mi | 58m |
| North Belfast Avenue | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Lakeview Drive | 7.1 mi | 11m |
| Maine Turnpike | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| China Road | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Route 3 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Scarborough Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Albion, ME and Scarborough, ME.
Start on Winslow Road
Turn right onto Benton Road
Turn right onto US 202; ME 9; ME 137
Continue on US 202; ME 9; ME 137
Turn left onto US 202; ME 9
Merge onto US 202; ME 3; ME 9
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
Turn left onto US 202; ME 9
At end of road, turn left onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100
Continue on US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100
Enter roundabout onto US 201; ME 27
Continue on US 201; ME 27
Turn right onto Capitol Street
Turn straight onto Armory Street
Turn left onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector
Turn straight onto US 1; ME 9
Turn left onto ME 207
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.6 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scarborough, ME than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Albion, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Albion, ME
This is one driving day of about 89.3 miles and 1h 59m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.6 mi from Albion, ME · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 44.6 miles from Albion, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Scarborough, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.38 one way
$28.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.82 | $31.63 |
| premium | $4.86 | $17.10 | $34.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.72 | $39.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.36
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.38 | $4.29 |
| Efficient EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.50 | $5.72 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Albion on Saturday
Local time
3:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Scarborough on Saturday
Local time
3:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Patchy Fog
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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