Origin
Cornish, ME
Night in Cornish on Sunday
Local time
9:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cornish, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME
Drive Time
50m
Distance
32 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cornish, ME
Cliff Booth
South Portland Gardens, ME
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from the rural charm of Cornish to the more developed setting of South Portland Gardens, this 32-mile trek is a straightforward choice. You can easily complete the trip in about 50 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting around $5 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire distance. Since both the origin and destination are located within Maine, you will remain in the Northeast throughout the duration of your travel. This route is ideal for those who prefer local roads over high-speed transit, as the entire journey is conducted on surface streets rather than interstates.
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
16 miles from Cornish, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend the entirety of the 32-mile route off the highway, navigating via Ossipee Trail West, Ossipee Trail, and Main Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 9.9-mile segment on Ossipee Trail West, which provides a brief moment of consistency before the road profile shifts. Because the route relies exclusively on local roads, you should prepare for a varied driving experience that changes rhythm as you move between towns. It is a practical, hands-on drive that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ossipee Trail West is the longest continuous segment at about 9.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 10.4 miles in near ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 50m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 20.3 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail East): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 26.1 miles (Stroudwater Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
10.4 mi into trip
|
~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
4
20.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
ME 25 / Ossipee Trail East
Enter roundabout onto ME 25 / Ossipee Trail East
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
26.1 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
Stroudwater Street
Turn right onto Stroudwater Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
29.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
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ME 9; ME 22 / Congress Street
Turn sharp right onto ME 9; ME 22 / Congress Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
31.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
Westbrook Street
Turn left onto Westbrook Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ossipee Trail West | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| Ossipee Trail | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Main Street | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Stroudwater Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Westbrook Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Western Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| William B Clarke Drive | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Ossipee Trail West
— 9.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cornish, ME and South Portland Gardens, 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
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
Ossipee Trail West
Use the straight lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto ME 25
166 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ossipee Trail East
6
Continue on ME 25
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Ossipee Trail East
7
Continue on ME 25
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
8
Continue on US 202; ME 4
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Continue on Conant Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Conant Street
10
Continue on ME 25
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
William B Clarke Drive
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto Stroudwater Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Stroudwater Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on Westbrook Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Westbrook Street
13
Turn sharp right onto ME 9; ME 22
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Congress Street
14
Continue on ME 9
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Johnson Road
15
Continue on ME 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
16
Turn left onto ME 9
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Western Avenue
17
Turn left onto Westbrook Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Westbrook Street
18
Turn left onto Devereaux Circle
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Devereaux Circle
19
Arrive at destination
Devereaux Circle
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 50-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to plan around local traffic patterns. Since there are no designated stops included in the route data, you should handle any necessary refueling or rest breaks before you head out, keeping in mind the modest $5 fuel estimate. Stay alert for the frequent turns inherent to this local road profile, as the transition between Ossipee Trail and Main Street requires careful navigation. Use the lack of scheduled stops to your advantage by setting your own pace and taking the time you need to navigate the turns safely. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation system active, as the reliance on local roads means you will need to watch for turn prompts throughout the 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 16 miles from Cornish, ME, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.9 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 32 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Portland Gardens, 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.
+
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 32 miles and 50m.
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 Ossipee Trail West for about 9.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16 mi from Cornish, ME · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Cornish, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Portland Gardens, ME
The final approach into South Portland Gardens, 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 South Portland Gardens, 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
$5.12 one way
$10.25 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $5.62 | $11.23 |
| premium | $4.83 | $6.08 | $12.17 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.11 | $14.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
South Portland Gardens, ME
Night in South Portland Gardens on Sunday
Local time
9:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
18 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
50m 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 South Portland Gardens, ME covers 32 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ossipee Trail West, Ossipee Trail, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16 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 $5.12 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 50m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.4 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.3 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail East): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 26.1 miles (Stroudwater Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cornish, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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