Origin
Hallowell, ME
Afternoon in Hallowell on Saturday
Local time
4:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hallowell, ME to Auburn, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
40m
Distance
32.6 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hallowell, ME
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Auburn, ME
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Trip Overview
Hallowell to Auburn is 32.6 miles and takes about 40m via US 202, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within Maine, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Primarily a highway-focused journey, it offers a quick transit between these locations. With a short duration and a low fuel cost, this route is ideal for a spontaneous day trip or as a segment of a larger exploration of southern Maine. You won't need to pack for an overnight stay, making it a convenient option for a quick errand or a visit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| Route 202 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Western Avenue | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| US Route 202 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Capitol Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Water Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 12.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hallowell, ME and Auburn, ME.
1
Start on Central Street
189 ft
·
14 sec
·
Central Street
2
Turn left onto US 201; ME 27
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
3
Continue on US 201; ME 27
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
4
Turn left onto Capitol Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Capitol Street
5
Turn straight onto Armory Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Armory Street
6
Turn left onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Western Avenue
7
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US Route 202
9
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 202
10
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
US Route 202
11
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 202
12
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
13
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Court Street
14
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.1 mi
·
42 sec
·
Minot Avenue
15
Continue on US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
456 ft
·
5 sec
·
Minot Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 201; ME 27 / Water Street
Turn left onto US 201; ME 27 / Water Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Capitol Street
Turn left onto Capitol Street
Navigation decision point
3
32.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100 / Minot Avenue
Continue onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100 / Minot Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.25 one way
$10.50 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $5.77 | $11.55 |
| premium | $4.86 | $6.24 | $12.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.09 |
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
Auburn, ME
Afternoon in Auburn on Saturday
Local time
4:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
40m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip leans heavily towards highway driving, with 64% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience stretches that feel like a continuous highway cruise, particularly on US 202, which forms the backbone of this drive. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 12.8 miles on US 202, offering a consistent pace. While predominantly highway, the route will transition through Main Street as you near your destination, offering a slight change in scenery before you arrive in Auburn. The overall feel is efficient, designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.8 mi on US 202.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 202 and Route 202. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 201; ME 27 / Water Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hallowell, ME to Auburn, ME is easy. At 40m with 64% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 201; ME 27 / Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Capitol Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.5 miles (US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100 / Minot Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 32.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.8 miles on US 202. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ME can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 201; ME 27 / Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Capitol Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.5 miles (US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100 / Minot Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Auburn, ME before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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