Origin
Bolsters Mills, ME
Late night in Bolsters Mills on Thursday
Local time
2:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bolsters Mills, ME to City of Portland, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
42.6 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 36m
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
This 42.6-mile drive from Bolsters Mills, ME, to the City of Portland, ME, is a manageable 1-hour-and-40-minute journey. Primarily utilizing local roads like Roosevelt Trail and Meadow Road, with no highway time, it's perfect for a single-day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, making it an economical option. The route offers a more hands-on driving experience, suitable for those who prefer navigating local byways over interstate cruising. Given its short distance and duration, you can easily complete this trip within a day, allowing ample time to explore your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
21.3 miles from Bolsters Mills, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 42.6-mile route, as it features a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.9 miles on Roosevelt Trail. This means you'll be actively steering and navigating for most of the journey, with frequent turns and changes in road conditions. The character of the drive is consistent, focusing on local roads rather than high-speed travel. Prepare for a more intimate connection with the landscape as you traverse these winding paths.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 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 11.9 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 around 16.9 miles in near ME 121 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 40m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.9 miles (ME 121 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
16.9 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
ME 121 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto ME 121 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
17.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Merge onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
25 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Enter roundabout onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail toward US 302: Portland
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 302: Portland
5
38 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
US 1A / Franklin Street
Turn right onto US 1A / Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
41.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
Oakland Avenue
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Trail | 11.9 mi | 17m |
| Meadow Road | 9.1 mi | 16m |
| Bolsters Mills Road | 5 mi | 19m |
| Forest Avenue | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Bridgton Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Casco Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Portland - Peaks Island | 2.5 mi | 20m |
| Seashore Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Roosevelt Trail
— 11.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolsters Mills, ME and City of Portland, ME.
1
Start on Bolsters Mills Road
5.0 mi
·
19 min
·
Bolsters Mills Road
2
Continue on ME 121
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Casco Road
3
Continue on ME 121
9.1 mi
·
16 min
·
Meadow Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto ME 121
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Main Street
5
Merge onto US 302
7.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 302
283 ft
·
9 sec
·
Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
7
Continue on US 302
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
8
Continue on US 302
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Bridgton Road
9
Continue on US 302
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Forest Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Marginal Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Marginal Way
11
Turn right onto US 1A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on Maine State Pier
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Maine State Pier
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn slight right
187 ft
·
13 sec
14
Turn straight onto Portland - Peaks Island
2.5 mi
·
20 min
·
Portland - Peaks Island
15
Continue
213 ft
·
15 sec
16
Continue on Welch Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Welch Street
17
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Oakland Avenue
18
Turn slight left onto Whitehead Street
351 ft
·
15 sec
·
Whitehead Street
19
Continue on Seashore Avenue
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Seashore Avenue
20
Continue on Seashore Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Seashore Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Seashore Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of just 42.6 miles and 1 hour and 40 minutes, flexibility is key. You can leave anytime that suits your schedule, but an early start will give you more time to enjoy Portland. There are no designated stops on this route, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps after the longest stretch of 11.9 miles on Roosevelt Trail. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $7, and it's always wise to top off before heading into a city like Portland. This drive is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace, savoring the local roads.
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 21.3 miles from Bolsters Mills, ME, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.9 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 42.6 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.3 miles or 47m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Portland, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bolsters Mills, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bolsters Mills, ME
This is one driving day of about 42.6 miles and 1h 40m.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Roosevelt Trail for about 11.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.3 mi from Bolsters Mills, ME · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Bolsters Mills, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Portland, ME
The final approach into City of Portland, 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
$6.86 one way
$13.72 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.55 | $15.09 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.16 | $16.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 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 | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.73 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
City of Portland, ME
Late night in City of Portland on Thursday
Local time
2:55 AM
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
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
1h 40m 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 Bolsters Mills, ME to City of Portland, ME covers 42.6 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Roosevelt Trail, Meadow Road, Bolsters Mills Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.3 miles from Bolsters Mills, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.86 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 40m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.9 miles (ME 121 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Bolsters Mills, ME to City of Portland, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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