Origin
Ashland, ME
Late night in Ashland on Wednesday
Local time
2:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ashland, ME to Scarborough, ME
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 22m
Distance
272.8 mi
439 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 9m
★
6 AM
5h 23m
8 AM
5h 50m
10 AM
5h 32m
12 PM
5h 29m
3 PM
5h 34m
5 PM
5h 48m
8 PM
5h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Trip Overview
The drive from Ashland, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 272.8 miles and takes about 5h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Station Street, Main Street, Masardis Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
136.4 miles from Ashland, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 5h 22m drive with frequent turns across 272.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Station Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 22m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ashland, ME to Scarborough, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Station Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Masardis Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Aroostook Scenic Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Patten Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Station Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Station Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashland, ME and Scarborough, ME.
1
Start on the route
112 ft
·
14 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Station Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Station Street
3
Turn right onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on Masardis Road
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Masardis Road
5
Continue on Aroostook Scenic Highway
30 mi
·
44 min
·
Aroostook Scenic Highway
6
Continue on North Road
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Road
7
Continue on Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on South Patten Road
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Patten Road
9
Continue on Station Road
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Station Road
10
Continue on Route 11
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Route 11
11
Continue on Station Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Station Road
12
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
13
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
14
Merge slight left
160 mi
·
2 hr 49 min
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
51 mi
·
58 min
·
I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
16
Keep slight right to continue on Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Scarborough Connector
17
Turn straight onto Route 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 1
18
Turn left onto Black Point Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Black Point Road
19
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
266 ft
·
8 sec
·
Highland Avenue
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 136.4 miles from Ashland, ME, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.4 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scarborough, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ashland, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Ashland, ME
This is one driving day of about 272.8 miles and 5h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ashland, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.4 mi from Ashland, ME · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 136.4 miles from Ashland, 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
$43.92 one way
$87.83 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $48.32 | $96.64 |
| premium | $4.86 | $52.24 | $104.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.23 | $120.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.8 | 1 | $28.64 | $13.09 |
| Efficient EV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.87 | $10.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.1 | 1 | $38.19 | $17.46 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Late night in Scarborough on Wednesday
Local time
2:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Brunswick, ME
136 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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 22m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ashland, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 272.8 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Station Street, Main Street, Masardis Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.4 miles from Ashland, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.92 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 22m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ashland, ME to Scarborough, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Ashland, ME to Scarborough, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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