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Drive Time
51m
Distance
34.6 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
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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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Gorham, ME
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This 34.6-mile drive from Bridgton, ME, to Gorham, ME, is a straightforward local journey that can be completed in about 51 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $6, it's an easy day trip. The route primarily follows the Roosevelt Trail, Gray Road, and Portland Road, offering a local feel without any highway driving. Since it's a short and direct trip within the Northeast region, it's perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for plenty of flexibility. Plan for a quick and efficient transit between these two Maine towns.
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
17.3 miles from Bridgton, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway miles contributing to the total distance. The Roosevelt Trail accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 20.5 miles, providing a good sense of the road's character. As you navigate through towns and local byways, be prepared for frequent turns and changes in speed. The drive doesn't feature long, monotonous stretches, instead offering a more varied, albeit local, driving experience from start to finish.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 302 / Portland Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bridgton, ME to Gorham, ME is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 302 / Portland Road): Navigation decision point; at 25.4 miles (US 202; ME 4 / Gray Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 30.8 miles (US 202; ME 4 / Gray Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 302 / Portland Road
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto US 202; ME 4 / Gray Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto US 202; ME 4 / Gray Road toward Gorham Center
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn right onto US 202; ME 4 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bridgton, ME to Gorham, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Gorham Center along the way.
Gorham Center
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Trail | 20.5 mi | 30m |
| Gray Road | 7.2 mi | 12m |
| Portland Road | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| State Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgton, ME and Gorham, ME.
Start on US 302
Turn right onto US 302
Continue on US 302
Enter roundabout onto US 202; ME 4
Continue on US 202; ME 4
Continue on US 202; ME 4
Continue on US 202; ME 4
Enter roundabout onto US 202; ME 4
Continue on US 202; ME 4
At end of road, turn right onto US 202; ME 4
Continue on US 202; ME 4
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Given its short 51-minute duration and 34.6-mile length, this drive from Bridgton to Gorham offers excellent flexibility. You can depart anytime without needing to split the journey. The $6 fuel cost is minimal, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you leave Bridgton. Pay close attention to the various turns, especially on the Roosevelt Trail, as this is a 'turn-heavy' route. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 20.5 miles, so staying alert for navigation is key.
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 34.6 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.3 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gorham, 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 34.6 miles and 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Bridgton, ME · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Bridgton, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Gorham, 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 Gorham, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.57 one way
$11.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.63 | $13.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 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 | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Gorham on Wednesday
Local time
5:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
56°F
Lawrence, MA
17 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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