Origin
Augusta, ME
Afternoon in Augusta on Thursday
Local time
4:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, ME to Bath, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
33.4 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Augusta, ME
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Bath, ME
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
The drive from Augusta, ME to Bath, ME covers 33.4 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Gardiner Road, Wiscasset Road, Route 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10 miles on Gardiner Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.38 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 33.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (15%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 33.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gardiner Road is the longest continuous segment at about 10 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in near ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Augusta, ME to Bath, ME is easy. At 52m with 15% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (ME 27; ME 126 / Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles (US 1 / Bath Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street
Turn left onto ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
3
6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
ME 27; ME 126 / Water Street
Turn right onto ME 27; ME 126 / Water Street
Navigation decision point
6
23.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 1 / Bath Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 1 / Bath Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
32.9 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gardiner Road | 10 mi | 14m |
| Wiscasset Road | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Route 1 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Bath Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Water Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Maine Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| State Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Gardiner Road
— 10 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, ME and Bath, ME.
1
Start on US 201; ME 27
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
Memorial Circle
2
Continue on US 201; ME 27
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
3
Continue on US 201; ME 27
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Water Street
4
Continue on US 201; ME 27
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Maine Avenue
5
Turn left onto ME 9; ME 27; ME 126
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Bridge Street
6
Turn right onto ME 27; ME 126
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Water Street
7
Continue on ME 27
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Wiscasset Road
8
Continue on ME 27
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Gardiner Road
9
At end of road, turn right onto US 1
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Bath Road
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on US 1
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Route 1
11
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
12
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Leeman Highway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
14
Continue on Vine Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Vine Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Arrive at destination
Vine Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.7 mi from Augusta, ME · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from Augusta, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bath, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bath, ME if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.38 one way
$10.75 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.92 | $11.83 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.40 | $12.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.37 | $14.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Bath, ME
Afternoon in Bath on Thursday
Local time
4:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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
52m 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 Augusta, ME to Bath, ME covers 33.4 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gardiner Road, Wiscasset Road, Route 1. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.7 miles from Augusta, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.38 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.
The drive from Augusta, ME to Bath, ME is easy. At 52m with 15% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (ME 9; ME 27; ME 126 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (ME 27; ME 126 / Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles (US 1 / Bath Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Augusta, ME to Bath, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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