Origin
Livermore Falls, ME
Night in Livermore Falls on Sunday
Local time
10:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Livermore Falls, ME to South Portland, ME
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
65.6 mi
106 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Livermore Falls, ME
Ali Soheil
South Portland, ME
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Livermore Falls to South Portland, expect a straightforward 65.6-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 21 minutes. This journey is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it balances local accessibility with the efficiency of the Maine Turnpike. You can budget approximately $11 for fuel, making it a very economical route for a quick getaway. Because both the origin and destination sit within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. Whether you are heading toward the coast for business or leisure, this route offers a practical connection that gets you to your destination without requiring an overnight stay.
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
32.8 miles from Livermore Falls, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, shifting from local roads like Auburn Road and Federal Road to the more controlled environment of the highway. With a highway share of 34 percent, you will spend most of your time navigating local stretches before transitioning to the faster pace of the Maine Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 22.3-mile stretch on the turnpike, which provides a brief reprieve from the constant adjustments of smaller roads. Expect the character of the drive to change as you transition from the interior landscape toward the busier, more developed areas near South Portland. It is a functional drive that requires your attention as you move between different roadway types.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 28 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 22.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near ME 4 / Bridge Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 65.6 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: at 0.2 miles (ME 4 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.3 miles (ME 4 / Union Street Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.8 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 4 / Bridge Street
Turn left onto ME 4 / Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
6
28.3 mi into trip
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~32m in
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ME 4 / Union Street Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto ME 4 / Union Street Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
41.8 mi into trip
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~48m in
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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.
8
56.4 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward ME 26, ME 100: West Falmouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward ME 26, ME 100: West Falmouth
5
62.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 22.3 mi | 23m |
| Auburn Road | 12.7 mi | 14m |
| Federal Road | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| Washington Street | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Center Street | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Turner Road | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Forest Avenue | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Auburn Street | 1.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 22.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livermore Falls, ME and South Portland, ME.
1
Start on Church Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Church Street
2
Continue on Church Street
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
Church Street
3
Turn right onto ME 17
198 ft
·
9 sec
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Main Street
4
Turn left onto ME 4
510 ft
·
6 sec
·
Bridge Street
5
Continue on ME 4
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Federal Road
6
Continue on ME 4
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Auburn Road
7
Continue on ME 4
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Turner Road
8
Continue on ME 4
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
9
Keep slight right at fork onto ME 4
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Union Street Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
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Minot Avenue
11
Turn slight left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 100
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
14
Merge onto I 95
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
15 mi
·
15 min
·
Maine Turnpike
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 53
Toward ME 26, ME 100: West Falmouth
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
151 ft
·
3 sec
18
Turn straight onto ME 26; ME 100
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Gray Road
19
Continue on ME 26; ME 100
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Auburn Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20
Turn right onto ME 100
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Allen Avenue
21
Turn left onto US 302; ME 100
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Forest Avenue
22
Turn slight right
438 ft
·
16 sec
23
Keep slight right at fork
177 ft
·
7 sec
24
Turn slight right onto State Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
25
Continue on ME 77
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Casco Bay Bridge
26
Continue on ME 77
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
27
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
60 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pine Street
28
Arrive at destination
Pine Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours near South Portland is always a smart move. Because the entire route covers only 65.6 miles without any mandatory stops, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to plan for significant rest breaks. Keep in mind that your $11 fuel budget is a baseline estimate, so check your tank levels before leaving Livermore Falls to ensure a smooth, worry-free transit. Focus on the transition between the local roads and the Maine Turnpike, as the change in speed limits can be sudden. Since there are no designated stops on this 1 hour and 21 minute route, ensure you are comfortable before merging onto the highway for that 22.3-mile stretch.
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 32.8 miles from Livermore Falls, ME, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.3 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 65.6 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.8 miles or 38m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Portland, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Livermore Falls, 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 Livermore Falls, ME
This is one driving day of about 65.6 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Livermore Falls, 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 22.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.8 mi from Livermore Falls, ME · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 65.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.8 miles from Livermore Falls, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Portland, ME
The final approach into South Portland, 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, 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
$10.50 one way
$21.00 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $11.51 | $23.02 |
| premium | $4.83 | $12.47 | $24.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.57 | $29.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.33
Bay Bridge
$7.00
Maine Turnpike
(22.3 mi)
$1.33
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
$11
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.74 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
South Portland, ME
Night in South Portland on Sunday
Local time
10:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
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.
Road read
1h 21m 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 Livermore Falls, ME to South Portland, ME covers 65.6 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, Auburn Road, Federal Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.8 miles from Livermore Falls, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.50 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 13 significant decision points across 65.6 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: at 0.2 miles (ME 4 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 28.3 miles (ME 4 / Union Street Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.8 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Livermore Falls, ME to South Portland, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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