Origin
Biddeford, ME
Late night in Biddeford on Friday
Local time
3:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Biddeford, ME to Bridgton, ME
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
51.5 mi
83 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Biddeford, ME
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Bridgton, ME
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Trip Overview
Embark on a short, 51.5-mile journey from Biddeford to Bridgton, Maine, a trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 13 minutes. This drive primarily utilizes the Roosevelt Trail and Maine Turnpike, with a 25% highway share, making it a manageable day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of just $8, this excursion is budget-friendly. The overall feel is that of a turn-heavy local drive, offering a relaxed pace for exploring the Northeast region of Maine. Given its brevity, no overnight split is necessary, allowing for a flexible schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 51.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (25%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route presents a turn-heavy local drive experience, so be prepared for frequent adjustments. While 25% of the drive is on highways, the majority unfolds on local roads, specifically mentioning the Roosevelt Trail. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 24.7 miles on the Roosevelt Trail, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before more turns appear. The road character shifts between faster highway segments and more winding local stretches, keeping you engaged behind the wheel without being overly demanding.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Roosevelt Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 24.7 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Portland
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: Portland
6
11.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
6
15.8 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward Riverside Street, Larrabee Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward Riverside Street, Larrabee Road
5
16.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Riverside Street
Turn right onto Riverside Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
17.8 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 302 / Forest Avenue
Turn left onto US 302 / Forest Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Biddeford, ME to Bridgton, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
Augusta
11.6 mi in
|
~14m
|
via I 95
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Trail | 24.7 mi | 35m |
| Maine Turnpike | 12.9 mi | 14m |
| Portland Road | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Bridgton Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Riverside Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Forest Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Roosevelt Trail
— 24.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford, ME and Bridgton, ME.
1
Start on US 1 Alternate
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto ME 112
162 ft
·
5 sec
·
Beach Street
3
Continue on ME 5; ME 112
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Street
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Portland
5
Merge onto I 95
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Maine Turnpike
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Maine Turnpike
Toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 48
Toward Riverside Street, Larrabee Road
8
Turn right onto Riverside Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Riverside Street
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto US 302
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Forest Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 302
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Bridgton Road
11
Continue on US 302
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
12
Enter roundabout onto US 302
290 ft
·
10 sec
·
Roosevelt Trail
13
Continue on US 302
20 mi
·
30 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 302
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Portland Road
15
Turn left onto US 302
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
US 302
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.8 mi from Biddeford, ME · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Biddeford, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bridgton, ME
The final approach into Bridgton, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.29 one way
$16.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.86 | $19.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.78
Maine Turnpike
(12.9 mi)
$0.78
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Bridgton, ME
Late night in Bridgton on Friday
Local time
3:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
7 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 13m 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 Biddeford, ME to Bridgton, ME covers 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Roosevelt Trail, Maine Turnpike, Portland Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.8 miles from Biddeford, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.29 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 51.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Biddeford, ME to Bridgton, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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