Origin
Hallowell, ME
Morning in Hallowell on Saturday
Local time
10:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hallowell, ME to Scarborough, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
60.8 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
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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Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Trip Overview
The drive from Hallowell, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 60.8 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, US 201, Maine Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.8 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 60.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 60.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and US 201. The longest continuous stretch is about 46.8 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and US 201. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 201; ME 27 / Water Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 17m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 201; ME 27 / Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 201; ME 27 / Water Street
Turn right onto US 201; ME 27 / Water Street
Navigation decision point
3
9.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
9.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
56.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
Scarborough Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
4
60.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Highland Avenue
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hallowell, ME to Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Old Orchard along the way.
Old Orchard
56.3 mi in
|
~1h 9m
|
via Scarborough Connector
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 46.8 mi | 54m |
| US 201 | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Maine Avenue | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Scarborough Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Water Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Route 1 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Highland Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 46.8 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hallowell, ME and Scarborough, ME.
1
Start on Central Street
189 ft
·
9 sec
·
Central Street
2
Turn right onto US 201; ME 27
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Water Street
3
Continue on US 201; ME 27
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Maine Avenue
4
Turn slight right onto US 201
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
US 201
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge onto I 295
47 mi
·
54 min
·
I 295
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Scarborough Connector
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
8
Turn straight onto US 1; ME 9
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 1
9
Turn left onto ME 207
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Black Point Road
10
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
267 ft
·
7 sec
·
Highland Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Highland Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.4 mi from Hallowell, ME · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Hallowell, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scarborough, ME
The final approach into Scarborough, 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
$9.79 one way
$19.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.77 | $21.54 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.64 | $23.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.42 | $26.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Scarborough, ME
Morning in Scarborough on Saturday
Local time
10:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Yarmouth, ME
30 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
9 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 17m 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 Hallowell, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 60.8 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, US 201, Maine Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.4 miles from Hallowell, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.79 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 1h 17m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 201; ME 27 / Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hallowell, ME to Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Old Orchard along the way.
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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