Origin
Augusta, ME
Night in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, ME to Waterville, ME
Drive Time
27m
Distance
21 mi
34 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
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6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit in Maine, the 21-mile trip from Augusta to Waterville is an ideal choice. You can expect to reach your destination in about 27 minutes, making this a perfect single-day excursion that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $3, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. The path connects two key cities within the Northeast region, serving as a reliable artery for local travel. Because the duration is so short, you have the flexibility to plan your arrival time around your personal schedule. It is a no-fuss connection that gets you exactly where you need to be without any complex logistical planning.
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
10.5 miles from Augusta, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 70% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-95, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.6 miles. As you transition off the interstate, the route utilizes Kennedy Memorial Drive and Mount Vernon Avenue to bring you into the heart of Waterville. While the interstate portion offers a consistent, high-speed pace, the final miles on local roads offer a shift in rhythm as you exit the highway. Expect a practical driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over scenic winding paths, allowing you to cover the distance quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
306 ft
44 ft
Total Climb
324 ft
Total Descent
172 ft
Highest Point
306 ft
~6.1 mi in
Elevation Range
261 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Kennedy Memorial Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Water Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Chandler Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / State Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Water Street
Right onto ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Water Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Chandler Street
Turn left onto ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Chandler Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / State Street
Turn right onto ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / State Street
Navigation decision point
3
3.4 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
18 mi into trip
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~21m in
Take the exit toward ME 11, ME 137: Waterville, Oakland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 127
Toward ME 11, ME 137: Waterville, Oakland
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Augusta, ME to Waterville, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Oakland along the way.
Oakland
18 mi in
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~21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 14.6 mi | 15m |
| Kennedy Memorial Drive | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Mount Vernon Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Civic Center Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| Silver Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Memorial Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 14.6 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, ME and Waterville, ME.
1
Start on US 201; ME 27
493 ft
·
8 sec
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Memorial Circle
2
Continue on ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
166 ft
·
3 sec
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Water Street
3
Turn left onto ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
175 ft
·
5 sec
·
Chandler Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
137 ft
·
2 sec
·
Chandler Street
5
Turn right onto ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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State Street
6
Continue on ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Mount Vernon Avenue
7
Continue on ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Civic Center Drive
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
9
Merge onto I 95
15 mi
·
15 min
·
I 95
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 127
Toward ME 11, ME 137: Waterville, Oakland
11
Turn right onto ME 11; ME 137
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Kennedy Memorial Drive
12
Continue on ME 11; ME 104; ME 137 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Silver Street
13
Turn slight left onto ME 11; ME 104
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Elm Street
14
Turn right onto Post Office Square
42 ft
·
1 sec
·
Post Office Square
15
Arrive at destination
Post Office Square
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 27-minute trip, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning any formal stops, as the 21-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that I-95 serves as the primary backbone of your journey, so check local traffic reports before you leave to ensure the highway is flowing smoothly. With a fuel cost of only $3, you don't need to stress about finding the cheapest gas station along the way. Use the time saved on this quick drive to explore your destination in Waterville as soon as you arrive.
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 10.5 miles from Augusta, ME, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.6 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 21 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.5 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waterville, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Augusta, 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 Augusta, ME
This is one driving day of about 21 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Augusta, 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 I 95 for about 14.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.5 mi from Augusta, ME · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.5 miles from Augusta, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waterville, ME
The final approach into Waterville, 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 Waterville, 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
$3.36 one way
$6.72 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $3.68 | $7.37 |
| premium | $4.83 | $3.99 | $7.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.67 | $9.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.84 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Waterville, ME
Night in Waterville on Sunday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
43°F
Brunswick, ME
11 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
27m 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 Waterville, ME covers 21 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Kennedy Memorial Drive, Mount Vernon Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.5 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 $3.36 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 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Chandler Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / State Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Augusta, ME to Waterville, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Oakland along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 44 ft to 306 ft elevation with about 324 ft of total climbing.
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