Origin
Canaan, ME
Afternoon in Canaan on Wednesday
Local time
4:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canaan, ME to Scarborough, ME
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
99.1 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canaan, ME
Joshuan Barboza
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Trip Overview
The drive from Canaan, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 99.1 miles and takes about 2h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, I 95, Skowhegan Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.5 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
49.6 miles from Canaan, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 3m highway drive covering 99.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and I 95. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.5 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 13 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 50.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and I 95. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near ME 23 / Hinckley Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 3m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (ME 23 / Hinckley Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (US 201; ME 23 / Skowhegan Road): Navigation decision point; at 44 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 23 / Hinckley Road
Turn left onto ME 23 / Hinckley Road
Navigation decision point
4
7.2 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 201; ME 23 / Skowhegan Road
Turn left onto US 201; ME 23 / Skowhegan Road
Navigation decision point
9
44 mi into trip
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~55m in
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I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Bru...
7
94.5 mi into trip
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~1h 54m in
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Scarborough Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
4
99.1 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
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Highland Avenue
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Canaan, ME to Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Brunswick
44 mi in
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~55m
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via I 295
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 50.5 mi | 58m |
| I 95 | 30.1 mi | 33m |
| Skowhegan Road | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Hinckley Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Canaan Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Scarborough Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Route 1 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 50.5 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canaan, ME and Scarborough, ME.
1
Start on US 2; ME 23
0.1 mi
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8 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn left onto ME 23
4.0 mi
·
6 min
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Hinckley Road
3
Continue on ME 23
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Canaan Road
4
Continue on ME 23
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Hinckley Road
5
Turn left onto US 201; ME 23
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Skowhegan Road
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
7
Merge onto I 95
30 mi
·
33 min
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I 95
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
51 mi
·
58 min
·
I 295
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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Scarborough Connector
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
10
Turn straight onto US 1; ME 9
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Route 1
11
Turn left onto ME 207
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Black Point Road
12
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
267 ft
·
7 sec
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Highland Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
Highland Avenue
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.6 miles from Canaan, ME, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.5 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 22 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.6 miles or 1h 2m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scarborough, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Canaan, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Canaan, ME
This is one driving day of about 99.1 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Canaan, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 50.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.6 mi from Canaan, ME · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.6 miles from Canaan, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scarborough, ME
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.95 one way
$31.91 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $17.55 | $35.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $18.98 | $37.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.88 | $43.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.41 | $4.76 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.87 | $6.34 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Scarborough, ME
Afternoon in Scarborough on Wednesday
Local time
4:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Brunswick, ME
50 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
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 3m 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 Canaan, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 99.1 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, I 95, Skowhegan Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.6 miles from Canaan, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.95 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 is a straightforward 2h 3m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (ME 23 / Hinckley Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (US 201; ME 23 / Skowhegan Road): Navigation decision point; at 44 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Canaan, ME to Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
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