The drive from Kennebunk, ME to Augusta, ME covers 81.8 miles and takes about 1h 39m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Maine Turnpike, Fletcher Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.5 miles on I 295.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.17 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
40.9 miles from Kennebunk, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 81.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 39m highway drive covering 81.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 52.5 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 20 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 52.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near High Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 81.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 (High Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.8 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|High Street
Turn right onto High Street
Navigation decision point
8
20.8 mi into trip|~26m in|I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward Downtown Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 44
Toward Downtown Portland
6
79.5 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, Winthrop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 109
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, W...
7
79.8 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
5
81.7 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100 / Memorial Circle
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100 / Memorial Circle
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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 Kennebunk, ME to Augusta, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
Portland
20.8 mi in|~26m|via I 295
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 295
52.5 mi
1h 1m
Maine Turnpike
24 mi
25m
Fletcher Street
1.6 mi
2m
Capitol Street
0.8 mi
1m
Western Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Main Street
0.3 mi
1m
State Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Armory Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 52.5 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kennebunk, ME and Augusta, ME.
1
Start on Friend Street
137 ft·10 sec·Friend Street
2
Turn right onto High Street
422 ft·8 sec·High Street
3
Turn slight left onto US 1; ME 9A
339 ft·11 sec·York Street
4
Continue on US 1; ME 9A
0.3 mi·1 min·Main Street
5
Turn left onto ME 35
0.4 mi·48 sec·Fletcher Street
6
Enter roundabout onto ME 35
55 ft·1 sec·Fletcher Street
7
Continue on ME 35
1.1 mi·2 min·Fletcher Street
8
Turn slight right
0.1 mi·32 sec
9
Take the ramp
0.8 mi·2 min
10
Merge onto I 95
18 mi·19 min·Maine Turnpike
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
52 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 295
Exit 44Toward Downtown PortlandUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 95
6.3 mi·6 min·Maine Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 109Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, Winthrop
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·20 sec
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
15
Turn straight onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
0.6 mi·1 min·Western Avenue
16
Turn right onto Armory Street
0.2 mi·18 sec·Armory Street
17
Continue on Capitol Street
0.8 mi·1 min·Capitol Street
18
Turn left onto US 201; ME 27
0.2 mi·18 sec·State Street
19
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100
466 ft·8 sec·Memorial Circle
20
Arrive at destination
US 201; ME 27
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 40.9 miles from Kennebunk, ME, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.5 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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.9 miles or 49m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kennebunk, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kennebunk, ME
This is one driving day of about 81.8 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Kennebunk, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 52.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.9 mi from Kennebunk, ME
· 49m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.17 one way
$26.34 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.49
$28.98
premium
$4.86
$15.66
$31.33
diesel
$5.61
$18.06
$36.12
Estimated Tolls: $1.45
Maine Turnpike
(24 mi)$1.45
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
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.5
0
$8.59
$3.93
Efficient EV
20.5
0
$7.16
$3.27
EV Truck/SUV
32.7
0
$11.45
$5.24
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Kennebunk, ME
Night
in Kennebunk on Friday
Local time
10:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Augusta, ME
Night
in Augusta on Friday
Local time
10:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Yarmouth, ME
41 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.
Temperature spread
13 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
1h 39m 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 Kennebunk, ME to Augusta, ME covers 81.8 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Maine Turnpike, Fletcher Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.9 miles from Kennebunk, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.17 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 81.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 (High Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.8 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Kennebunk, ME to Augusta, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
