Trip from Brunswick, ME to Calais, ME

Drive Time

4h 9m

Distance

200.4 mi

322 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 57m ★

6 AM

4h 10m

8 AM

4h 36m

10 AM

4h 19m

12 PM

4h 16m

3 PM

4h 20m

5 PM

4h 35m

8 PM

4h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Brunswick, ME

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Calais, ME

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Trip Overview

The drive from Brunswick, ME to Calais, ME covers 200.4 miles and takes about 4h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 395, Maine Turnpike, I 295 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.1 miles on I 395. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.08 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

100.2 miles from Brunswick, ME

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 4h 9m highway drive covering 200.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 395 and Maine Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 90.1 miles on I 395.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 395 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 395 and Maine Turnpike. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 24 Business / Maine Street.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 24 Business / Maine Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (ME 196 / Route 196): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | ME 24 Business / Maine Street

Turn left onto ME 24 Business / Maine Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | ME 196 / Route 196

Turn left onto ME 196 / Route 196

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

2.2 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the exit toward I 295 North: Augusta

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I 295 North: Augusta

102.9 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in

Take the exit toward I 395 South, ME 15 South: Bangor, Brewer

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 182A Toward I 395 South, ME 15 South: Bangor, Brewer

200.3 mi into trip | ~4h 9m in | Germain Street

Turn left onto Germain Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Brunswick, ME to Calais, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brewer along the way.

Brewer

102.9 mi in | ~1h 56m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 395	90.1 mi	2h 3m
Maine Turnpike	79.2 mi	1h 25m
I 295	21.1 mi	23m
Route 1	2.6 mi	2m
Baring Street	2.4 mi	2m
North Street	1.3 mi	2m
Main Street	1.2 mi	3m
Maine Street	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 395 — 90.1 mi, about 2h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brunswick, ME and Calais, ME.

Start on Pleasant Street

160 ft · 12 sec · Pleasant Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto ME 24 Business

0.4 mi · 1 min · Maine Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 201; ME 24 Business

1.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street

Turn left onto ME 196

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Route 196

Use the left lane.

Continue on ME 196

0.4 mi · 1 min · Lewiston Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 295 North: Augusta Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto I 295

21 mi · 23 min · I 295

Merge onto I 95

79 mi · 1 hr 25 min · Maine Turnpike

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Exit 182A Toward I 395 South, ME 15 South: Bangor, Brewer

Merge onto I 395; ME 15

0.7 mi · 55 sec · I 395; ME 15

Continue on I 395; ME 9; ME 15

89 mi · 2 hr 2 min · I 395; ME 9; ME 15

Continue on US 1; ME 9

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Houlton Road

Continue on US 1; ME 9

2.6 mi · 2 min · Route 1

Continue on US 1; ME 9

1.9 mi · 2 min · Baring Street

Enter roundabout onto US 1; ME 9

67 ft · 0 sec · Baring Street

Continue on US 1; ME 9

0.5 mi · 45 sec · Baring Street

Continue on US 1; ME 9

1.3 mi · 2 min · North Street

Turn right onto Lincoln Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Lincoln Street

Turn left onto Germain Street

448 ft · 19 sec · Germain Street

Arrive at destination

Germain Street

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 100.2 miles from Brunswick, ME, or about 1h 53m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.1 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 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 100.2 miles or 1h 53m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Calais, ME than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Brunswick, 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 Brunswick, ME

This is one driving day of about 200.4 miles and 4h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brunswick, 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 395 for about 90.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 100.2 mi from Brunswick, ME · 1h 53m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yarmouth, ME

100 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

Yarmouth, ME

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Yarmouth, ME

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100.2 miles from Brunswick, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 395 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.1 miles.

Arriving in Calais, ME

The final approach into Calais, 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 Calais, ME.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

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 13.8

Park Closure: For Current Visitor Information

View on nps.gov

Acadia National Park

National Park

Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage. At 4 million...

29 mi from route ~73 min detour $6 near mile 138.2

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.08 one way

$64.16 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$35.16	$70.33
premium	$4.83	$38.09	$76.18
diesel	$5.64	$44.52	$89.04

Estimated Tolls: $4.75

Maine Turnpike (79.2 mi) $4.75

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

$32

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	60.1	0	$21.04	$9.62
Efficient EV	50.1	0	$17.54	$8.02
EV Truck/SUV	80.2	1	$28.06	$12.83

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 4 hours ago

Origin

Brunswick, ME

Evening in Brunswick on Sunday

Local time

7:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Mostly Sunny

W 5 to 10 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Destination

Calais, ME

Evening in Calais on Sunday

Local time

7:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Sunny

NW 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Along the Route

61°F

Yarmouth, ME

100 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

4h 9m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Brunswick, ME to Calais, ME covers 200.4 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 395, Maine Turnpike, I 295. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 100.2 miles from Brunswick, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.08 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

On the drive from Brunswick, ME to Calais, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brewer along the way.

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