Origin
East Limington, ME
Morning in East Limington on Saturday
Local time
9:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Limington, ME to South Berwick, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
43.3 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
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.
East Limington, ME
Kelly
South Berwick, ME
Simeon Mirkov
Trip Overview
The drive from East Limington, ME to South Berwick, ME covers 43.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Cape Road, Main Street, Country Club Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.4 miles on Cape Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 43.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 12m drive with frequent turns across 43.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cape Road is the longest continuous segment at about 6.4 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 early in the drive near ME 25; ME 117 / Ossipee Trail.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.3 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: near the start (ME 25; ME 117 / Ossipee Trail): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (ME 117 / Cape Road): Navigation decision point; at 29.2 miles (ME 4 / Country Club Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 25; ME 117 / Ossipee Trail
Turn right onto ME 25; ME 117 / Ossipee Trail
Navigation decision point
4
3.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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ME 117 / Cape Road
Turn left onto ME 117 / Cape Road
Navigation decision point
5
29.2 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
ME 4 / Country Club Road
Enter roundabout onto ME 4 / Country Club Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
43.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
ME 236 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto ME 236 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
43.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
Scotts Court
Turn left onto Scotts Court
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Road | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| Main Street | 5 mi | 8m |
| Country Club Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Waterboro Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Townhouse Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Portland Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| High Street | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Elm Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Cape Road
— 6.4 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Limington, ME and South Berwick, ME.
1
Start on this road
62 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto ME 25; ME 117
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Ossipee Trail
3
Turn left onto ME 11
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Sokokis Avenue
4
Turn left onto ME 117
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Cape Road
5
Turn right onto Waterboro Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Waterboro Road
6
Continue on Townhouse Road
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Townhouse Road
7
Turn left onto ME 5
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Sokokis Trail
8
Turn right onto US 202; ME 4
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on US 202; ME 4
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Waterboro Road
10
Continue on US 202; ME 4
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Street
11
Keep slight left at fork onto ME 4
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Jordan Springs Road
12
Continue on ME 4
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Alfred Street
13
Enter roundabout onto ME 4
105 ft
·
2 sec
·
Country Club Road
14
Continue on ME 4
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Country Club Road
15
Continue on ME 4
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
High Street
16
Continue on ME 9; ME 4
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Elm Street
17
Continue on ME 4
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Portland Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto ME 236
194 ft
·
12 sec
·
Main Street
19
Turn left onto Scotts Court
228 ft
·
10 sec
·
Scotts Court
20
Arrive at destination
Scotts Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.6 mi from East Limington, ME · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from East Limington, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Berwick, ME
The final approach into South Berwick, 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
$6.97 one way
$13.94 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.67 | $15.34 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.29 | $16.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.56 | $19.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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 Berwick, ME
Morning in South Berwick on Saturday
Local time
9:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Alfred, ME
22 mi in
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 East Limington, ME to South Berwick, ME covers 43.3 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 Cape Road, Main Street, Country Club Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.6 miles from East Limington, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.97 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 43.3 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: near the start (ME 25; ME 117 / Ossipee Trail): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (ME 117 / Cape Road): Navigation decision point; at 29.2 miles (ME 4 / Country Club Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from East Limington, ME to South Berwick, 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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