Origin
Lisbon, ME
Night in Lisbon on Sunday
Local time
9:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lisbon, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME
Drive Time
50m
Distance
41.5 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
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6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Portland Gardens, ME
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
The drive from Lisbon, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME covers 41.5 miles and takes about 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Maine Turnpike, Lisbon Street, Western Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.2 miles on Maine Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.64 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
20.8 miles from Lisbon, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 50m highway drive covering 41.5 miles, with most of the trip on Maine Turnpike and Lisbon Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.2 miles on Maine Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 33.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Lisbon Street. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near Alfred A Plourde Parkway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 5.1 miles (Alfred A Plourde Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 18.4 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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Alfred A Plourde Parkway
Turn left onto Alfred A Plourde Parkway
Navigation decision point
6
18.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
38.9 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward Jetport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward Jetport
6
39.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Skyway Drive
Turn right onto Skyway Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
39.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
ME 9 / Johnson Road
Turn right onto ME 9 / Johnson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Lisbon, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Jetport along the way.
Jetport
38.9 mi in
|
~43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 33.2 mi | 36m |
| Lisbon Street | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Western Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Skyway Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Alfred A Plourde Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Devereaux Circle | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Johnson Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 33.2 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon, ME and South Portland Gardens, ME.
1
Start on Village Street
41 ft
·
4 sec
·
Village Street
2
Turn left onto ME 196
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Lisbon Street
3
Turn slight right onto Pleasant Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Pleasant Street
4
Turn left onto Alfred A Plourde Parkway
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Alfred A Plourde Parkway
5
Continue on Alfred A Plourde Parkway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Alfred A Plourde Parkway
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
7
Merge onto I 95
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Maine Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Maine Turnpike
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 46
Toward Jetport
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto Skyway Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Skyway Drive
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto ME 9
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Johnson Road
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on ME 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
13
Turn left onto ME 9
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Western Avenue
14
Turn left onto Westbrook Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Westbrook Street
15
Turn left onto Devereaux Circle
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Devereaux Circle
16
Arrive at destination
Devereaux Circle
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 20.8 miles from Lisbon, ME, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.2 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 41.5 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.8 miles or 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Portland Gardens, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lisbon, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Lisbon, ME
This is one driving day of about 41.5 miles and 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lisbon, 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 33.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.8 mi from Lisbon, ME · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Lisbon, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Portland Gardens, ME
The final approach into South Portland Gardens, 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 South Portland Gardens, 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
$6.64 one way
$13.29 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| premium | $4.83 | $7.89 | $15.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.22 | $18.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.99
Maine Turnpike
(33.2 mi)
$1.99
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
$7
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
South Portland Gardens, ME
Night in South Portland Gardens on Sunday
Local time
9:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
18 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
50m 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 Lisbon, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME covers 41.5 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, Lisbon Street, Western 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 20.8 miles from Lisbon, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.64 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 41.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 5.1 miles (Alfred A Plourde Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 18.4 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lisbon, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Jetport along the way.
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