Origin
Lewiston, ME
Afternoon in Lewiston on Friday
Local time
2:34 PM
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Current temp
50°F
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Trip from Lewiston, ME to Albion, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
55.8 mi
90 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
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.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lewiston, ME to Albion, ME covers 55.8 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 US 202, North Belfast Avenue, Route 202 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.9 miles on US 202. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.98 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: 55.8 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 (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Lewiston, ME to Albion, ME covers 55.8 miles and takes about 1h 17m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 202 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 126 / Sabattus Street.
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 55.8 miles you will encounter 16 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 126 / Sabattus Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 29.2 miles (Armory Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.4 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100 / Memorial Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 126 / Sabattus Street
Turn sharp left onto ME 126 / Sabattus Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
29.2 mi into trip
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~35m in
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Armory Street
Turn right onto Armory Street
Navigation decision point
5
30.4 mi into trip
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~37m in
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US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100 / Memorial Drive
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100 / Memorial Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
31.1 mi into trip
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~39m in
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US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East,...
5
31.7 mi into trip
|
~40m in
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US 202; ME 9 / North Belfast Avenue
Turn right onto US 202; ME 9 / North Belfast Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Lewiston, ME to Albion, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Belfast along the way.
Belfast
31.1 mi in
|
~39m
|
via US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 202 | 19.9 mi | 25m |
| North Belfast Avenue | 9 mi | 13m |
| Route 202 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| China Road | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Western Avenue | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Route 3 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| US Route 202 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 202
— 19.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ME and Albion, ME.
1
Start on this road
70 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto ME 126
123 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sabattus Street
3
Turn right onto US 202
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 202
5
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
US Route 202
6
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 202
7
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US Route 202
8
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Western Avenue
10
Turn left
416 ft
·
8 sec
11
Turn straight onto Old Winthrop Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Winthrop Road
12
Turn right onto Meadow Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Meadow Road
13
Turn left onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
14
Turn right onto Armory Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Armory Street
15
Continue on Capitol Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Capitol Street
16
Turn left onto US 201; ME 27
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
State Street
17
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100
29 ft
·
0 sec
·
Memorial Drive
18
Continue on US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Drive
19
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
220 ft
·
4 sec
·
Bangor Street
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
20
Continue on US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Bangor Street
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
21
Turn right onto US 202; ME 9
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Belfast Avenue
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
8.1 mi
·
11 min
·
North Belfast Avenue
Use the right lane.
23
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Belfast Road
24
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 3
25
Turn slight left onto US 202; ME 9
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
US 202; ME 9
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right onto US 202; ME 9; ME 137
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Albion Road
27
Continue on US 202; ME 9; ME 137
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
China Road
28
Turn left onto Benton Road
81 ft
·
3 sec
·
Benton Road
29
Turn left onto Winslow Road
189 ft
·
3 sec
·
Winslow Road
30
Arrive at destination
Winslow Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.9 mi from Lewiston, ME · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Lewiston, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Albion, ME
The final approach into Albion, 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
$8.98 one way
$17.97 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.88 | $19.77 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Albion, ME
Afternoon in Albion on Friday
Local time
2:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Augusta, ME
28 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
16 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 Lewiston, ME to Albion, ME covers 55.8 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 US 202, North Belfast Avenue, Route 202. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.9 miles from Lewiston, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.98 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 55.8 miles you will encounter 16 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 126 / Sabattus Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 29.2 miles (Armory Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.4 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100 / Memorial Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Lewiston, ME to Albion, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Belfast 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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