Origin
Appleton, ME
Morning in Appleton on Friday
Local time
7:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
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Trip from Appleton, ME to Scarborough, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
90.7 mi
146 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Appleton, ME
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Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Trip Overview
The drive from Appleton, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 90.7 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Rockland Road, Sennebec Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.8 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.60 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
45.3 miles from Appleton, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 90.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Appleton, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 90.7 miles and takes about 2h 4m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near ME 17; ME 131 / Heald Highway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles (ME 17; ME 131 / Heald Highway): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles (ME 226 / Togus Road): Navigation decision point; at 33.7 miles (ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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ME 17; ME 131 / Heald Highway
Turn right onto ME 17; ME 131 / Heald Highway
Navigation decision point
4
28 mi into trip
|
~42m in
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ME 226 / Togus Road
Turn left onto ME 226 / Togus Road
Navigation decision point
5
33.7 mi into trip
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~53m in
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ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street
Turn left onto ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
39.4 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
86.1 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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Scarborough Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Appleton, ME to Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Old Orchard along the way.
Old Orchard
86.1 mi in
|
~1h 56m
|
via Scarborough Connector
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 46.8 mi | 54m |
| Rockland Road | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Sennebec Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Augusta Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Brunswick Avenue | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Augusta-Rockland Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Togus Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Heald Highway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 46.8 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Appleton, ME and Scarborough, ME.
1
Start on Town Hill Road
137 ft
·
6 sec
·
Town Hill Road
2
Continue on Sennebec Road
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Sennebec Road
3
Turn right onto ME 17; ME 131
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Heald Highway
4
Continue on ME 17
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Rockland Road
5
Continue on ME 17
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Augusta Road
6
Continue on ME 17
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Rockland Road
7
Continue on ME 17; ME 32
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Augusta-Rockland Road
8
Continue on ME 17
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Augusta Road
9
Continue on ME 17
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastern Avenue
10
Continue on ME 17
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Augusta Road
11
Turn left onto ME 226
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Togus Road
12
Continue on ME 226
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Windsor Street
13
Turn right onto ME 27; ME 126
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Water Street
14
Turn left onto ME 9; ME 27; ME 126
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Continue on US 201
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Brunswick Avenue
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
17
Merge onto I 295
47 mi
·
54 min
·
I 295
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Scarborough Connector
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
19
Turn straight onto US 1; ME 9
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 1
20
Turn left onto ME 207
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Black Point Road
21
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
267 ft
·
7 sec
·
Highland Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Highland Avenue
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.3 miles from Appleton, ME, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.8 miles.
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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 miles or 1h 9m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scarborough, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Appleton, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Appleton, ME
This is one driving day of about 90.7 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Appleton, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 46.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.3 mi from Appleton, ME · 1h 9m 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.3 miles from Appleton, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scarborough, ME
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Scarborough, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.60 one way
$29.20 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $16.07 | $32.13 |
| premium | $4.86 | $17.37 | $34.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.03 | $40.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.80 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Scarborough, ME
Morning in Scarborough on Friday
Local time
7:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Brunswick, ME
45 mi in
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Appleton, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 90.7 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Rockland Road, Sennebec Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.3 miles from Appleton, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles (ME 17; ME 131 / Heald Highway): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles (ME 226 / Togus Road): Navigation decision point; at 33.7 miles (ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Appleton, ME to Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Old Orchard along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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