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Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
45.4 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
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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Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
This 45.4-mile drive from Bridgton to Scarborough, Maine, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 6 minutes. Designed as a single-day excursion, it sticks primarily to local roads, with only about 9% on highways. You can expect a fuel cost of around $7 for this journey. The route takes you through Maine's Northeast region, offering a practical and manageable drive. With no specific stops recommended, the flexibility of this shorter route allows you to set your own pace and enjoy the journey without feeling rushed.
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
22.7 miles from Bridgton, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this 45.4-mile trip. While 9% of the route utilizes highway, the bulk of your time will be spent navigating local roads, including Roosevelt Trail, Portland Road, and Forest Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 24.7 miles on Roosevelt Trail. This driving profile suggests a need for attention as you'll be making frequent turns and potentially encountering varied traffic conditions typical of local thoroughfares, rather than a continuous highway experience.
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 0.6 miles in near US 302 / Portland Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 6m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 37.8 miles (I 295; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 302 / Roosevelt Trail toward US 302: Portland
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Merge onto I 295; US 1
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
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 Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Old Orchard along the way.
Old Orchard
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Trail | 24.7 mi | 35m |
| Portland Road | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Forest Avenue | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Bridgton Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| I 295 | 3 mi | 4m |
| Scarborough Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Route 1 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgton, ME and Scarborough, 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
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295; US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector
Turn straight onto US 1; ME 9
Turn left onto ME 207
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given its short distance of 45.4 miles and a duration of just over an hour, this route offers ample flexibility. You can depart Bridgton at your leisure, perhaps after a relaxed morning. Since it's a relatively short drive with no designated stops, you won't need to plan for extensive breaks, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially with an estimated cost of $7. A key consideration for this turn-heavy local drive is to be mindful of posted speed limits and watch for the frequent changes in direction as you transition between Roosevelt Trail, Portland Road, and Forest Avenue.
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 45.4 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.7 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scarborough, 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 45.4 miles and 1h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.7 mi from Bridgton, ME · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 45.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.7 miles from Bridgton, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Scarborough, 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 Scarborough, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.31 one way
$14.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.04 | $16.08 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.69 | $17.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.02 | $20.05 |
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: 15.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.97 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Scarborough on Wednesday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52°F
Lawrence, MA
23 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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