Skip to main content
Trip.ovh Logo
Trip.ovh

Trip from Augusta, ME to Oxford County, ME

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 53m

Distance

69.6 mi

112 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 46m ★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Best Time Drive vs Fly
Google Maps Waze Apple Maps
Download GPX
county seat in Kennebec County, Maine, USA and Maine federated state capital city

Augusta, ME

Wikimedia Commons

Downtown Oxford County, ME, ME

Oxford County, ME

Mark Stebnicki

Trip Overview

The drive from Augusta, ME to Oxford County, ME covers 69.6 miles and takes about 1h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Prospect Avenue, Auburn Road, Howes Corner Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.1 miles on Prospect Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.20 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

34.8 miles from Augusta, ME

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 69.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (19%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 1h 53m drive with frequent turns across 69.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Prospect Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 16.1 miles.

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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 201; ME 27 / State Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 53m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 201; ME 27 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Capitol Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (Union Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 201; ME 27 / State Street

Right onto US 201; ME 27 / State Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Capitol Street

Turn right onto Capitol Street

Navigation decision point

3
10.4 mi into trip | ~13m in | Union Street

Turn right onto Union Street

Navigation decision point

4
26.9 mi into trip | ~41m in | ME:219 / Howes Corner Road

Keep slight left at fork onto ME:219 / Howes Corner Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
68.8 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in | Lower Kates Road

Turn right onto Lower Kates Road

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Prospect Avenue 16.1 mi 25m
Auburn Road 8 mi 11m
Howes Corner Road 5.8 mi 10m
US 202 4.7 mi 5m
Main Street 4.2 mi 6m
Pleasant Street 4 mi 5m
Western Avenue 3.7 mi 4m
Route 133 3.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Prospect Avenue — 16.1 mi, about 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, ME and Oxford County, ME.

1

Start on US 201; ME 27

135 ft · 2 sec · Memorial Circle
2

Continue on US 201; ME 27

0.2 mi · 19 sec · State Street
3

Turn right onto Capitol Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · Capitol Street
4

Turn straight onto Armory Street

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Armory Street
5

Turn left onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100

3.7 mi · 4 min · Western Avenue
6

Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100

4.7 mi · 5 min · US 202; ME 11; ME 100
7

Turn slight right onto Main Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · Main Street
8

Turn right onto Union Street

355 ft · 10 sec · Union Street
9

Continue on Summer Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Summer Street
10

Turn right onto ME 41; ME 133

0.8 mi · 1 min · Route 133
11

Continue on ME 133

2.5 mi · 3 min · Route 133
12

Continue on Main Street

3.4 mi · 5 min · Main Street
13

Turn left onto Leeds Road

1.7 mi · 3 min · Leeds Road
14

Continue on State Route 219

2.0 mi · 3 min · State Route 219
15

Continue on Howes Corner Road

5.7 mi · 10 min · Howes Corner Road
16

Keep slight left at fork onto ME:219

240 ft · 6 sec · Howes Corner Road
17

Turn right onto ME 4

1.3 mi · 1 min · Auburn Road
18

Continue on ME 4

1.2 mi · 1 min · Federal Road
19

Turn left onto ME 108

2.6 mi · 3 min · Canton Road
20

Continue on Turner Road

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Turner Road
21

Continue on ME 108

3.0 mi · 4 min · Turner Street
22

Continue on ME 108

4.0 mi · 5 min · Pleasant Street
23

Continue on ME 108

6.7 mi · 9 min · Auburn Road
24

Continue on ME 108

1.2 mi · 1 min · Oxford Road
25

Continue on ME 108

3.1 mi · 4 min · State Route 108
26

Continue on ME 108

0.7 mi · 1 min · Bridge Street
27

Continue on US 2

16 mi · 25 min · Prospect Avenue
Use the left lane.
28

Turn right onto Jims Drive

1.8 mi · 6 min · Jims Drive
29

Turn right onto Lower Kates Road

0.2 mi · 1 min · Lower Kates Road
30

Turn right onto Scribe Way

0.6 mi · 3 min · Scribe Way
31

Arrive at destination

Scribe Way

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 34.8 miles from Augusta, ME, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.1 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 15 miles or 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 34.8 miles or 52m 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 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oxford County, ME than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Augusta, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Augusta, ME

This is one driving day of about 69.6 miles and 1h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Augusta, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Prospect Avenue for about 16.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34.8 mi from Augusta, ME · 52m into the drive

Downtown Livermore, ME, ME

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Livermore, ME

35 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

Wayne, ME

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Canton, ME

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Augusta, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Oxford County, ME

The final approach into Oxford County, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Frances Perkins National Monument

Frances Perkins National Monument

National Monument

Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...

24 mi from route ~60 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.20 one way

$22.41 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $12.33 $24.66
premium $4.86 $13.33 $26.66
diesel $5.61 $15.37 $30.73

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.9 0 $7.31 $3.34
Efficient EV 17.4 0 $6.09 $2.78
EV Truck/SUV 27.8 0 $9.74 $4.45

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Augusta, ME

Night in Augusta on Thursday

Local time

9:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oxford County, ME

Night in Oxford County on Thursday

Local time

9:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

32°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

56°F

Livermore, ME

35 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

18 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

1h 53m 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 Oxford County, ME covers 69.6 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Prospect Avenue, Auburn Road, Howes Corner Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.8 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 $11.20 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 1h 53m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 201; ME 27 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Capitol Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (Union Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Augusta, ME to Oxford County, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Frances Perkins National Monument.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Continue From Oxford County, ME

City of Portland, ME 78.9 mi · 2h 29m

More from Augusta, ME

Berwick, ME 101.3 mi · 2h 7m Bangor, ME 75.4 mi · 1h 26m Waterville, ME 21 mi · 27m Rome Corner, ME 20.5 mi · 30m

More trips to Oxford County, ME

Sanford, ME 106.5 mi City of Portland, ME 78.9 mi South Portland, ME 76.9 mi Falmouth, ME 76.1 mi Portland, ME 74.6 mi Lewiston, ME 52.2 mi
Weekend drives from Augusta, ME Scenic drives in ME

Explore more options from Augusta, ME or browse trips ending in Oxford County, ME.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse ME road trips.

Explore maps for Augusta, ME or Oxford County, ME on MapSof.net.