The drive from Lewiston, ME to Stonington, ME covers 132.3 miles and takes about 3h 4m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 3, US 202, North Belfast Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.6 miles on Route 3.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.30 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.2 miles from Lewiston, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Route 3
17.6 mi
21m
US 202
12.8 mi
14m
North Belfast Avenue
9 mi
13m
Acadia Highway
7.3 mi
8m
West Main Street
7 mi
8m
Route 202
6.6 mi
7m
East Main Street
6.3 mi
7m
North Penobscot Road
5 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Route 3
— 17.6 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ME and Stonington, 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
18 mi·21 min·Route 3
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on ME 3
4.0 mi·4 min·Acadia Highway
26
Continue on ME 3
3.4 mi·3 min·Belfast Augusta Road West
27
Continue on ME 3
4.8 mi·5 min·Augusta Road
28
Continue on ME 3
4.0 mi·4 min·Belmont Avenue
29
Take the exit onto ME 3
0.3 mi·43 sec·ME 3
30
Merge onto US 1; ME 3
0.7 mi·1 min·Route 1
31
Continue on US 1; ME 3
2.7 mi·4 min·Searsport Avenue
Use the left lane.
32
Continue on US 1; ME 3
7.0 mi·8 min·West Main Street
33
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; ME 3
6.3 mi·7 min·East Main Street
34
Continue on US 1; ME 3
1.2 mi·2 min·US Highway 1
35
Continue on US 1; ME 3
508 ft·12 sec·Route 1
36
Continue on US 1; ME 3; ME 15
1.0 mi·1 min·Route 1
37
Continue on US 1; ME 3; ME 15
3.4 mi·3 min·Acadia Highway
38
Turn right onto ME 15
3.7 mi·5 min·Front Ridge Road
Use the right lane.
39
Turn right onto ME 199
5.0 mi·8 min·North Penobscot Road
40
At end of road, turn left onto ME 175
4.6 mi·8 min·Southern Bay Road
41
Continue on ME 175
2.6 mi·4 min·Graytown Road
42
Continue on ME 15
2.9 mi·5 min·Snows Cove Road
43
Continue on ME 15; ME 175
2.9 mi·5 min·Caterpillar Hill Road
44
At end of road, turn right onto ME 15
1.3 mi·2 min·Byards Point Road
45
Continue on ME 15
0.5 mi·50 sec·Deer Isle Sedgwick Bridge
46
Continue on ME 15
1.0 mi·1 min·Little Deer Isle Road
47
Continue on ME 15
4.6 mi·8 min·North Deer Isle Road
48
Continue on ME 15
0.5 mi·51 sec·Church Street
49
Continue on ME 15
3.5 mi·6 min·South Deer Isle Road
50
Continue on ME 15
1.5 mi·2 min·North Main Street
51
Continue on ME 15
0.1 mi·10 sec·Thurlows Hill Road
52
Continue on ME 15
0.2 mi·25 sec·Main Street
53
Turn right onto School Street
335 ft·14 sec·School Street
54
Turn left onto Church Street
113 ft·5 sec·Church Street
55
Arrive at destination
Church Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.2 miles from Lewiston, ME, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.6 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 29 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.2 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stonington, 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 132.3 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Lewiston, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Route 3 for about 17.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 119.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|ME 126 / Sabattus Street
Turn sharp left onto ME 126 / Sabattus Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
30.4 mi into trip|~37m in|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|~39m in|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|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.
5
119.1 mi into trip|~2h 41m in|ME 15 / Byards Point Road
At end of road, turn right onto ME 15 / Byards Point Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.30 one way
$42.60 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$23.43
$46.87
premium
$4.86
$25.33
$50.67
diesel
$5.61
$29.21
$58.42
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
17 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Augusta Comfort Inn Civic Center - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.7
0
$13.89
$6.35
Efficient EV
33.1
0
$11.58
$5.29
EV Truck/SUV
52.9
0
$18.52
$8.47
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Lewiston, ME
Afternoon
in Lewiston on Saturday
Local time
1:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Stonington, ME
Afternoon
in Stonington on Saturday
Local time
1:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Brooks, ME
66 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
11 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
3h 4m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Acadia National Park
National Park
Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage. At 4 million...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
$6
near mile 114.1
Park Closure: Carriage Roads open to pedestrians only
Park Closure: Cadillac Summit Road Closed for Construction
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...
24 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 36.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 3h 4m drive with frequent turns across 132.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 55 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 21 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 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 132.3 miles you will encounter 21 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 30.4 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100 / Memorial Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.1 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Stonington, 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
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 132.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lewiston, ME to Stonington, ME covers 132.3 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 3, US 202, North Belfast Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.2 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 $21.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 132.3 miles you will encounter 21 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 30.4 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100 / Memorial Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.1 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Lewiston, ME to Stonington, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
