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Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
51.1 mi
82 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgton, ME
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Biddeford, ME
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This 51.1-mile drive from Bridgton to Biddeford, Maine, is a straightforward 1 hour and 13-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily navigate along Roosevelt Trail and Maine Turnpike before transitioning to Portland Road for the final approach. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, this route is budget-friendly for a single day's adventure. The drive offers a practical way to connect two points within the Northeast region, specifically within ME. Expect a relatively quick travel time that allows for plenty of exploration at your destination.
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
25.6 miles from Bridgton, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of this 51.1-mile route. While 23% of the journey involves highway driving, the character leans towards local roads, particularly on Roosevelt Trail where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 24.7 miles. This means you'll be engaging with more turns and potentially varying speed limits as you move through communities. The transition between these road types is a key characteristic of the drive, offering a dynamic driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.4 miles in near US 302 / Roosevelt Trail.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 51.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 25.4 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 33.7 miles (Riverside Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail toward US 302: Portland
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto Riverside Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bridgton, ME and Biddeford, ME, road signs point toward Old Orchard Beach, Rt-112 Buxton Rd: Saco and Buxton.
Old Orchard Beach
Rt-112 Buxton Rd: Saco
Buxton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Trail | 24.7 mi | 35m |
| Maine Turnpike | 11.8 mi | 13m |
| Portland Road | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Bridgton Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| North Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Riverside Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Forest Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgton, ME and Biddeford, ME.
Start on US 302
Turn right onto US 302
Continue on US 302
Enter roundabout onto US 302
Continue on US 302
Continue on US 302
Continue on US 302
Turn right onto Riverside Street
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on this road
Keep slight right at fork
Turn left onto ME 112
Continue on ME 112
Turn right onto ME 9; US 1 Alternate
Arrive at destination
Given the short 1 hour and 13-minute duration, this trip offers excellent flexibility. You can depart Bridgton at your leisure, perhaps after a relaxed morning, and still arrive in Biddeford with ample daylight. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, especially during the 24.7-mile stretch on Roosevelt Trail. Keep an eye on local traffic patterns, as road conditions can change quickly on these local segments. The $8 fuel cost is minimal, so you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops.
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.
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 51.1 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.6 miles or 36m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Biddeford, ME than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bridgton, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Bridgton, ME
This is one driving day of about 51.1 miles and 1h 13m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.6 mi from Bridgton, 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.
A short stop after about 51.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.6 miles from Bridgton, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Biddeford, 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 Biddeford, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$8.23 one way
$16.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.05 | $18.10 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.79 | $19.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 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 | 15.3 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Bridgton on Wednesday
Local time
3:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Biddeford on Wednesday
Local time
3:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
52°F
Lawrence, MA
26 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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