Origin
Lewiston, ME
Late night in Lewiston on Monday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lewiston, ME to Cornish, ME
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
48.1 mi
77 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewiston, ME
Meri Verbina
Cornish, ME
Cliff Booth
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Maine, this 48.1-mile trek from Lewiston to Cornish is a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 11 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate from the heart of Lewiston toward the quieter rural reaches of the state. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, this is an incredibly affordable way to explore the Northeast region. Because the total duration is quite short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have other plans in the area. It is a straightforward, manageable drive that prioritizes efficiency while moving you comfortably between these two Maine communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.1 miles from Lewiston, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a distinct shift in pace, moving from a brief stint on the Maine Turnpike to more technical local roads. You will spend about 24% of your time on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 11.5 miles. Once you transition off the turnpike, the route evolves into a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention. Expect to navigate the Ossipee Trail West and Chadbourne Road, which offer a different feel than the wide-open interstate. The combination of fast, controlled highway segments and winding local lanes keeps the drive engaging from start to finish.
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.
Maine Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 11.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 126 / Sabattus Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 48.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 5.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.1 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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
5.9 mi into trip
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~8m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
14.1 mi into trip
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~17m in
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I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
17.9 mi into trip
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~21m in
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Grey, New Gloucester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 63
Toward US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Grey, New Gloucest...
4
37.7 mi into trip
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~55m in
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ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Enter roundabout onto ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Lewiston, ME to Cornish, ME, road signs begin pointing toward New Gloucester along the way.
New Gloucester
17.9 mi in
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~21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 11.5 mi | 12m |
| Ossipee Trail West | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Chadbourne Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| Ossipee Trail East | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Washington Street | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Tandberg Trail | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| West Gray Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 11.5 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ME and Cornish, ME.
1
Start on this road
70 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto ME 126
123 ft
·
4 sec
·
Sabattus Street
3
Turn left onto US 202
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
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Court Street
5
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Minot Avenue
6
Turn slight left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 100
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 95
7.7 mi
·
8 min
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Maine Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Maine Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 63
Toward US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Grey, New Gloucester
12
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
West Gray Road
13
Continue on ME 115
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Tandberg Trail
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on Chadbourne Road
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Chadbourne Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on ME 35
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto ME 25
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Ossipee Trail East
17
Enter roundabout onto ME 25
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ossipee Trail West
18
Continue on ME 25
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Ossipee Trail West
19
Continue on ME 25; ME 117
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
ME 5; ME 25
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 11 minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any mandatory stops, but keeping your fuel tank in mind is always a smart move before heading onto the more local, winding sections of the route. Because this trip involves a transition from major turnpikes to smaller, turn-heavy local roads, stay alert for changing speed limits as you exit the highway. You can easily complete this trip in one go, so consider leaving during off-peak hours to ensure a smooth transition between the busier highway stretches and the quieter backroads. Enjoy the freedom that comes with such a compact and direct route.
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 24.1 miles from Lewiston, ME, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.5 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 48.1 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.1 miles or 33m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cornish, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lewiston, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lewiston, ME
This is one driving day of about 48.1 miles and 1h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lewiston, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 11.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.1 mi from Lewiston, ME · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 48.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Lewiston, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cornish, ME
The final approach into Cornish, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Cornish, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.70 one way
$15.40 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $8.44 | $16.88 |
| premium | $4.83 | $9.14 | $18.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.69
Maine Turnpike
(11.5 mi)
$0.69
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
$8
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Cornish, ME
Late night in Cornish on Monday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 11m 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 Cornish, ME covers 48.1 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, Ossipee Trail West, Chadbourne Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.1 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 $7.70 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 demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 48.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 126 / Sabattus Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.1 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Lewiston, ME to Cornish, ME, road signs begin pointing toward New Gloucester along the way.
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