The drive from Brewer, ME to Wells Beach Station, ME covers 161.2 miles and takes about 3h 4m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, I 295, Maine Turnpike for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 79 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.95 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.6 miles from Brewer, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 161.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 4m highway drive covering 161.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and I 295. The longest continuous stretch is about 79 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort6/10
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 161.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ME 9 Business; ME 178 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|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.
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...
6
159.6 mi into trip|~3h in
Take the exit toward ME 9, ME 109: Wells, Sanford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 19
Toward ME 9, ME 109: Wells, Sanford
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 Brewer, ME to Wells Beach Station, 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
53.2 mi
1h 2m
Maine Turnpike
23.8 mi
25m
I 395
1.3 mi
1m
North Main Street
1 mi
2m
Sanford Road
0.9 mi
2m
Depot Road
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 Wells Beach Station, 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
6
Continue on I 395; ME 15
1.3 mi·1 min·I 395; ME 15
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 1AToward 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
51 mi·58 min·I 295
Exit 103Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, BrunswickUse the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
2.6 mi·3 min·I 295
12
Merge onto I 95
24 mi·25 min·Maine Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 19Toward ME 9, ME 109: Wells, Sanford
14
Turn left onto ME 109; ME 9
0.9 mi·2 min·Sanford Road
15
Turn left onto Depot Road
0.2 mi·39 sec·Depot Road
16
Arrive at destination
Depot Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.6 miles from Brewer, ME, or about 1h 30m 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 35 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.6 miles or 1h 30m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wells Beach Station, 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 161.2 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 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 80.6 mi from Brewer, ME
· 1h 30m into the drive
The midpoint is around 80.6 miles from Brewer, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79 miles.
Arriving in Wells Beach Station, ME
The final approach into Wells Beach Station, 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 Wells Beach Station, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 94.5
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.4
0
$16.93
$7.74
Efficient EV
40.3
0
$14.10
$6.45
EV Truck/SUV
64.5
0
$22.57
$10.32
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Brewer, ME
Morning
in Brewer on Saturday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Wells Beach Station, ME
Morning
in Wells Beach Station on Saturday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
27°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Chelsea, ME
81 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
25 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
3h 4m 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 Wells Beach Station, ME covers 161.2 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 295, Maine Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.6 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 $25.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 161.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ME 9 Business; ME 178 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Brewer, ME to Wells Beach Station, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
