Origin
Brunswick, ME
Night in Brunswick on Thursday
Local time
9:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brunswick, ME to Wells Beach Station, ME
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
57.3 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brunswick, ME
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Wells Beach Station, ME
Sophia Nel
Trip Overview
The drive from Brunswick, ME to Wells Beach Station, ME covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Maine Turnpike, Pleasant Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.8 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 57.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 57.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.8 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 24 Business / Maine Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 (ME 24 Business / Maine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 1 / Mill Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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ME 24 Business / Maine Street
Turn left onto ME 24 Business / Maine Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 1 / Mill Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 1 / Mill Street
Navigation decision point
6
2.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 27.8 mi | 34m |
| Maine Turnpike | 23.8 mi | 25m |
| Pleasant Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Sanford Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Cumberland Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Depot Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Maine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 27.8 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brunswick, ME and Wells Beach Station, ME.
1
Start on Pleasant Street
160 ft
·
12 sec
·
Pleasant Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn left onto ME 24 Business
445 ft
·
21 sec
·
Maine Street
3
Turn left onto Cumberland Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 1
493 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mill Street
5
Turn right onto US 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.6 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
8
Merge onto I 295
25 mi
·
30 min
·
I 295
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 295
10
Merge onto I 95
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Maine Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward ME 9, ME 109: Wells, Sanford
12
Turn left onto ME 109; ME 9
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sanford Road
13
Turn left onto Depot Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Depot Road
14
Arrive at destination
Depot Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.7 mi from Brunswick, ME · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Brunswick, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.22 one way
$18.45 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.15 | $20.30 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.97 | $21.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.43
Maine Turnpike
(23.8 mi)
$1.43
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Wells Beach Station, ME
Night in Wells Beach Station on Thursday
Local time
9:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
27°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Portland, ME
29 mi in
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
19 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
1h 12m 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 Brunswick, ME to Wells Beach Station, ME covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Maine Turnpike, Pleasant Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.7 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 $9.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 (ME 24 Business / Maine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 1 / Mill Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Brunswick, ME to Wells Beach Station, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Frances Perkins National Monument.
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