Origin
City of Portland, ME
Evening in City of Portland on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Portland, ME to Canton, ME
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
64.3 mi
104 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Portland, ME
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Canton, ME
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Portland to Canton, Maine, expect a straightforward journey covering 64.3 miles. You should budget about 1 hour and 43 minutes of drive time, making this an ideal one-day excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your path will take you along a mix of roads, including the Maine Turnpike, Auburn Road, and Washington Street. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, it is a very budget-friendly transit through the Northeast. Since the entire trip takes place within the state of Maine, you will find the transition between these two regions seamless and easy to navigate.
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
32.2 miles from City of Portland, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from high-speed transit to local navigation. You will spend about 35% of your time on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 22.2 miles while cruising on the Maine Turnpike. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the road shifts to smaller local arteries like Auburn Road and Washington Street. This change in pace keeps the drive engaging as you move away from the main corridors. The overall profile is varied, offering you a balance of efficient highway travel and the slower, more deliberate pace of regional Maine roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Maine Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 22.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Welch Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 64.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Welch Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 8.4 miles (ME 26; ME 100 / Washington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Welch Street
At end of road, turn left onto Welch Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
8.4 mi into trip
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~33m in
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ME 26; ME 100 / Washington Avenue
Turn left onto ME 26; ME 100 / Washington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
10.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
10.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
5
33.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from City of Portland, ME to Canton, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
Augusta
10.9 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 22.2 mi | 23m |
| Auburn Road | 12.7 mi | 14m |
| Washington Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Turner Road | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Turner Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| Center Street | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Canton Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Portland - Peaks Island | 2.5 mi | 20m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 22.2 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Portland, ME and Canton, ME.
1
Start on Seashore Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Seashore Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto Seashore Avenue
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Seashore Avenue
3
Continue on Whitehead Street
351 ft
·
15 sec
·
Whitehead Street
4
Continue on Oakland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Oakland Avenue
5
At end of road, turn left onto Welch Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Welch Street
6
Continue on Portland - Peaks Island
2.5 mi
·
20 min
·
Portland - Peaks Island
7
Continue
187 ft
·
14 sec
8
Turn right onto Maine State Pier
74 ft
·
30 sec
·
Maine State Pier
9
Continue on Maine State Pier
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Maine State Pier
10
Continue on US 1A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Street
11
Turn left onto Marginal Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Marginal Way
12
Turn right onto ME 100
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Forest Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
200 ft
·
9 sec
14
Turn slight right onto ME 100
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Allen Avenue
15
Turn left onto ME 26; ME 100
262 ft
·
7 sec
·
Washington Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on ME 26; ME 100
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Auburn Street
Use the left / none lanes.
17
Continue on ME 26; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Gray Road
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Use the left lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
20
Merge onto I 95
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Maine Turnpike
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
23
At end of road, turn left onto US 202; ME 4
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Street
24
Merge onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
Minot Avenue
25
Continue on ME 4
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Union Street Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Merge onto ME 4
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on ME 4
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Turner Road
28
Continue on ME 4
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Auburn Road
29
Continue on ME 4
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Federal Road
30
Turn left onto ME 108
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Canton Road
31
Continue on Turner Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Turner Road
32
Continue on ME 108
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Turner Street
33
Arrive at destination
ME 108
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without needing to schedule multiple rest stops. Because there are no mandatory stops built into this 64.3-mile route, you can complete the entire trip in a single push if you prefer. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Portland, as your $10 fuel estimate assumes a steady pace once you hit the Maine Turnpike. Pay close attention to the transition points where you move from the highway onto Washington Street, as these local turns require more focus than the interstate stretches. Ultimately, this route is best handled by staying alert during the shift from highway driving to the more localized segments of your journey.
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 32.2 miles from City of Portland, ME, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.2 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 64.3 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.2 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Canton, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Portland, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 City of Portland, ME
This is one driving day of about 64.3 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from City of Portland, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 22.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.2 mi from City of Portland, ME · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 64.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.2 miles from City of Portland, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Canton, ME
The final approach into Canton, 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 Canton, 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
$10.29 one way
$20.59 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $11.28 | $22.57 |
| premium | $4.83 | $12.22 | $24.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.29 | $28.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.34
Maine Turnpike
(22.2 mi)
$1.34
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
$10
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.7 | 0 | $9.00 | $4.12 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (64% 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
Canton, ME
Evening in Canton on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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
1h 43m 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 City of Portland, ME to Canton, ME covers 64.3 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, Auburn Road, Washington Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.2 miles from City of Portland, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.29 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 64.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Welch Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 8.4 miles (ME 26; ME 100 / Washington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from City of Portland, ME to Canton, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
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