Origin
Dixmont, ME
Night in Dixmont on Friday
Local time
11:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Dixmont, ME to South Portland, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
107.7 mi
173 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dixmont, ME
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South Portland, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dixmont, ME to South Portland, ME covers 107.7 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bangor Road, Main Street, School Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.34 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.
Midpoint
53.8 miles from Dixmont, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 107.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 52m drive with frequent turns across 107.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bangor Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dixmont, ME to South Portland, ME is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dixmont, ME to South Portland, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bangor Road | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| School Street | — | — |
| Waterville Road | — | — |
| State Route 139 | — | — |
| Unity Road | — | — |
| Sebasticook Bridge Road | — | — |
| Clinton Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bangor Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dixmont, ME and South Portland, ME.
1
Start on Western Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
2
Continue on Bangor Road
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Bangor Road
3
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto School Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
School Street
5
Continue on Waterville Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Waterville Road
6
Continue on State Route 139
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 139
7
Continue on Unity Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Unity Road
8
Turn right onto Sebasticook Bridge Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Sebasticook Bridge Road
9
Turn left onto Clinton Avenue
299 ft
·
7 sec
·
Clinton Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto Neck Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Neck Road
11
Continue on Bridge Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
12
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn left onto Western Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
14
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
15
Merge slight left
29 mi
·
31 min
16
Keep slight right to continue on I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
46 mi
·
53 min
·
I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 1A
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1A
18
Turn right onto Marginal Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Marginal Way
19
Continue on State Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
20
Continue on Casco Bay Bridge
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Casco Bay Bridge
21
Continue on Broadway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
22
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
59 ft
·
3 sec
·
Pine Street
23
Arrive at your destination
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 53.8 miles from Dixmont, ME, or about 56m into the drive.
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 24 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.8 miles or 56m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Portland, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Dixmont, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dixmont, ME
This is one driving day of about 107.7 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Dixmont, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.8 mi from Dixmont, ME · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.8 miles from Dixmont, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Portland, ME
The final approach into South Portland, 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
$17.34 one way
$34.68 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $19.08 | $38.15 |
| premium | $4.86 | $20.62 | $41.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.78 | $47.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.00
Bay Bridge
$7.00
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
$17
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.31 | $5.17 |
| Efficient EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.08 | $6.89 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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
South Portland, ME
Night in South Portland on Friday
Local time
11:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
46°F
Brunswick, ME
54 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.
Road read
1h 52m 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 Dixmont, ME to South Portland, ME covers 107.7 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bangor Road, Main Street, School Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.8 miles from Dixmont, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.34 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.
The drive from Dixmont, ME to South Portland, ME is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dixmont, ME to South Portland, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dixmont, ME to South Portland, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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