Origin
Brewer, ME
Night in Brewer on Sunday
Local time
10:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brewer, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME
Drive Time
2h 33m
Distance
133.7 mi
215 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
★
6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 40m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 41m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brewer, ME
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South Portland Gardens, ME
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
Traveling from Brewer to South Portland Gardens covers 133.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 33 minutes. Because this journey is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major interstates, making this a straightforward and efficient connection within Maine. Expect to budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance. Since both the origin and destination are located in the Northeast, the trip provides a consistent regional experience. It is a practical, no-nonsense route ideal for travelers looking to move quickly between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.9 miles from Brewer, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 98% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will primarily navigate via I-395, I-95, and I-295 as you make your way south. Prepare for a consistent pace, as your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-95, where you will remain on the highway for 79 miles. The experience is defined by interstate travel, offering a predictable and steady rhythm behind the wheel. Because you are sticking to major corridors, you should anticipate a drive that prioritizes speed and directness over local scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 79 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 295. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near ME 9 Business; ME 178 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 133.7 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 0.1 miles (ME 9 Business; ME 178 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 9 Business; ME 178 / North Main Street
Turn left onto ME 9 Business; ME 178 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Newport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 1A
Toward I 95 South: Newport
9
82.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Bru...
7
133.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward ME 9: Jetport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 3
Toward ME 9: Jetport
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Brewer, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Brunswick
82.7 mi in
|
~1h 32m
|
via I 295
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 79 mi | 1h 25m |
| I 295 | 50.2 mi | 58m |
| I 395 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Westbrook Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Devereaux Circle | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| State Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 79 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brewer, ME and South Portland Gardens, ME.
1
Start on State Street
74 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Street
2
Turn left
229 ft
·
21 sec
3
Turn left
69 ft
·
8 sec
4
Turn left onto ME 9 Business; ME 178
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Turn left
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on I 395; ME 15
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 395; ME 15
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on I 395
148 ft
·
12 sec
·
I 395
Use the left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 1A
Toward I 95 South: Newport
9
Merge onto I 95
79 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
I 95
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
50 mi
·
58 min
·
I 295
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 3
Toward ME 9: Jetport
12
Keep slight right at fork
489 ft
·
15 sec
Exit 3
Toward ME 9: Jetport
13
Turn straight onto ME 9
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Westbrook Street
14
Turn slight right
224 ft
·
8 sec
15
Turn straight onto Westbrook Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Westbrook Street
16
Turn left onto Devereaux Circle
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Devereaux Circle
17
Arrive at destination
Devereaux Circle
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Plan for at least one stop to break up the drive, which will help keep you refreshed during the 133.7-mile trek. Given that the route is almost entirely highway-based, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto I-95 for that long 79-mile stretch. Since traffic volume can shift as you approach the South Portland area, checking real-time conditions before you head out from Brewer is a smart way to ensure your arrival goes smoothly. Use the time saved by this efficient route to settle into your destination without the fatigue of a longer, more technical journey.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.9 miles from Brewer, ME, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.9 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Portland Gardens, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brewer, 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 Brewer, ME
This is one driving day of about 133.7 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brewer, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 79 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.9 mi from Brewer, ME · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.9 miles from Brewer, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79 miles.
Arriving in South Portland Gardens, ME
The final approach into South Portland Gardens, 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 South Portland Gardens, 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
$21.40 one way
$42.81 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $23.46 | $46.92 |
| premium | $4.83 | $25.41 | $50.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.70 | $59.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.04 | $6.42 |
| Efficient EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.70 | $5.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.5 | 0 | $18.72 | $8.56 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
South Portland Gardens, ME
Night in South Portland Gardens on Sunday
Local time
10:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
43°F
Brunswick, ME
67 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
1 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
2h 33m 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 Brewer, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME covers 133.7 miles and takes about 2h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 295, I 395. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.9 miles from Brewer, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.40 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 133.7 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 0.1 miles (ME 9 Business; ME 178 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Brewer, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
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