Origin
Cornish, ME
Night in Cornish on Sunday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cornish, ME to Lewiston, ME
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
48.1 mi
77 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
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.
Cornish, ME
Cliff Booth
Lewiston, ME
Meri Verbina
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward transition through Maine, the 48.1-mile journey from Cornish to Lewiston is an efficient option. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 12 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost of approximately $8, it is a budget-friendly way to navigate the Northeast corridor. You will primarily utilize the Ossipee Trail, Chadbourne Road, and a segment of the Maine Turnpike to complete the transit. Given the relatively short duration, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing you total flexibility for your arrival time in Lewiston.
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
24 miles from Cornish, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the Maine countryside. While the route includes a 24% highway share, it is far from a monotonous interstate cruise. You will find that the road changes character frequently, transitioning from local backroads to a brief, faster-paced stretch on the Maine Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is an 11.7-mile stint on the turnpike, providing a short reprieve from the constant steering required on the local portions of the trip. Overall, the drive offers a technical feel that keeps you engaged with the road rather than just zoning out on a highway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 11.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.4 miles in near ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.1 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 10.4 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
10.4 mi into trip
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~15m in
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ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Enter roundabout onto ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
30.1 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
34 mi into trip
|
~54m in
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I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
42.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
4
47.2 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
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US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| Ossipee Trail | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Chadbourne Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| Washington Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Ossipee Trail West | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| West Gray Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Tandberg Trail | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 11.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cornish, ME and Lewiston, ME.
1
Start on ME 5; ME 25
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on ME 25; ME 117
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Ossipee Trail
3
Enter roundabout onto ME 25
119 ft
·
1 sec
·
Ossipee Trail West
4
Continue on ME 25
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Ossipee Trail West
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto ME 35
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Road
6
Continue on ME 35
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Chadbourne Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on Tandberg Trail
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Tandberg Trail
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 202; ME 4
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Gray Road
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
10
Merge onto I 95
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Maine Turnpike
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 202; ME 4
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Street
14
Merge onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Minot Avenue
15
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Court Street
16
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Main Street
17
Turn slight right
157 ft
·
5 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 12-minute excursion, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best fits your schedule without needing to plan for meal breaks or rest stops. You should prioritize checking your fuel levels before leaving Cornish, as the $8 estimated cost covers a light to moderate consumption rate depending on your vehicle. Keep in mind that because the route relies heavily on local roads, traffic patterns can shift quickly; staying alert to signage on Chadbourne Road is essential for staying on track. Because there are no scheduled stops required for this 48.1-mile distance, consider this trip a great opportunity to enjoy a focused, uninterrupted drive between these two Maine locations.
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 24 miles from Cornish, ME, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.7 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 48.1 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24 miles or 37m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lewiston, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cornish, 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 Cornish, ME
This is one driving day of about 48.1 miles and 1h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cornish, 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 11.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Cornish, ME · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 48.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Cornish, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lewiston, ME
The final approach into Lewiston, 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 Lewiston, 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
$7.70 one way
$15.40 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $8.44 | $16.88 |
| premium | $4.83 | $9.14 | $18.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.71
Maine Turnpike
(11.7 mi)
$0.71
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
$8
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Lewiston, ME
Night in Lewiston on Sunday
Local time
10:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°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
1 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 Cornish, ME to Lewiston, ME covers 48.1 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 Maine Turnpike, Ossipee Trail, Chadbourne Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 miles from Cornish, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.70 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 48.1 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 10.4 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Cornish, ME to Lewiston, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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