Origin
Auburn, ME
Night in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, ME to Cornish, ME
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
47.2 mi
76 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, ME
Chermiti Mohamed
Cornish, ME
Cliff Booth
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Auburn to Cornish, Maine, you are looking at a manageable 47.2-mile trek that takes roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes behind the wheel. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough to avoid the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via the Maine Turnpike, Ossipee Trail West, and Chadbourne Road. Budgeting about $8 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, making it an economical choice for a quick getaway. Since both towns reside within the Northeast region, you won't experience drastic shifts in climate or terrain, but you will enjoy a straightforward transition between these two Maine communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
23.6 miles from Auburn, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate grind. With only 24% of the trip spent on highways, the majority of your time is dedicated to local roads that offer a more intimate look at the landscape. The Maine Turnpike provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of the journey at 11.5 miles, allowing for a brief period of steady cruising before you transition back to more technical driving. As you move away from the main highway segments, the character of the road shifts significantly toward winding, localized travel. You will find that this mix keeps the driving experience engaging and requires you to be actively involved with the steering throughout the entire hour-long duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Maine Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 11.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.2 miles you will encounter 8 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 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.1 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
4.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
4.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
13.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
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I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
17 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Grey, New Gloucester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 63
Toward US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Grey, New Gloucest...
4
36.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Enter roundabout onto ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Auburn, ME to Cornish, ME, road signs begin pointing toward New Gloucester along the way.
New Gloucester
17 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 11.5 mi | 12m |
| Ossipee Trail West | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Chadbourne Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| Ossipee Trail East | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Washington Street | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Tandberg Trail | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| West Gray Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 11.5 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, ME and Cornish, ME.
1
Start on US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
40 ft
·
7 sec
·
Minot Avenue
2
Continue on US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Minot Avenue
3
Turn slight left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 100
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto I 95
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Maine Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 63
Toward US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Grey, New Gloucester
9
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
West Gray Road
10
Continue on ME 115
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Tandberg Trail
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on Chadbourne Road
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Chadbourne Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on ME 35
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto ME 25
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Ossipee Trail East
14
Enter roundabout onto ME 25
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ossipee Trail West
15
Continue on ME 25
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Ossipee Trail West
16
Continue on ME 25; ME 117
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
ME 5; ME 25
Trip Plan
Because this drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever your schedule permits without worrying about fatigue. Since the route involves several turns on local roads, it is wise to keep your navigation tools handy before you leave Auburn to ensure you stay on the correct path. You should plan to complete the 47.2-mile distance in one go, as there are no formal stops required to break up such a quick journey. Keep in mind that the transition from the Maine Turnpike onto regional roads can be abrupt, so watch your speed as you move from high-speed segments into the more technical local stretches. Taking advantage of the $8 fuel estimate is easy if you arrive at the pump with a full tank before departing, ensuring you have no need for mid-trip fuel stops.
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 23.6 miles from Auburn, ME, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.5 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 47.2 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.6 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cornish, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, 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 Auburn, ME
This is one driving day of about 47.2 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Auburn, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 11.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.6 mi from Auburn, ME · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 47.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Auburn, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cornish, ME
The final approach into Cornish, 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 Cornish, 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
$7.56 one way
$15.11 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $8.28 | $16.56 |
| premium | $4.83 | $8.97 | $17.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.69
Maine Turnpike
(11.5 mi)
$0.69
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
$8
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Cornish, ME
Night in Cornish on Sunday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 9m 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 Auburn, ME to Cornish, ME covers 47.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, Ossipee Trail West, Chadbourne Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.6 miles from Auburn, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.56 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.2 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 13.1 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Auburn, ME to Cornish, ME, road signs begin pointing toward New Gloucester along the way.
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