Origin
Manchester, ME
Late night in Manchester on Wednesday
Local time
2:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manchester, ME to Scarborough, ME
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
64.4 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
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6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Trip Overview
The drive from Manchester, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 64.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Maine Turnpike, Western Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.5 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.37 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
32.2 miles from Manchester, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 64.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.5 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.4 miles you will encounter 9 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: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
3.1 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
9
9.3 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Bru...
7
59.8 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
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Scarborough Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Manchester, ME and Scarborough, ME, road signs point toward Brunswick and Old Orchard.
Brunswick
9.3 mi in
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~11m
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via I 295
Old Orchard
59.8 mi in
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~1h 10m
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via Scarborough Connector
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 50.5 mi | 58m |
| Maine Turnpike | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Western Avenue | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Scarborough Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Route 1 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Whitten Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Highland Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 50.5 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, ME and Scarborough, ME.
1
Start on this road
41 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn uturn
173 ft
·
17 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Western Avenue
4
Turn right onto Whitten Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Whitten Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
6
Merge onto I 95
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Maine Turnpike
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
51 mi
·
58 min
·
I 295
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Scarborough Connector
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
9
Turn straight onto US 1; ME 9
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 1
10
Turn left onto ME 207
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Black Point Road
11
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
267 ft
·
7 sec
·
Highland Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Highland Avenue
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 32.2 miles from Manchester, ME, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.5 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 64.4 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.2 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scarborough, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manchester, 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 Manchester, ME
This is one driving day of about 64.4 miles and 1h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Manchester, 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 I 295 for about 50.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.2 mi from Manchester, ME · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 64.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.2 miles from Manchester, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scarborough, ME
The final approach into Scarborough, 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 Scarborough, 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
$10.37 one way
$20.73 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.41 | $22.81 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.33 | $24.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.22 | $28.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.36
Maine Turnpike
(5.9 mi)
$0.36
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
$10
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
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
Scarborough, ME
Late night in Scarborough on Wednesday
Local time
2:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Lawrence, MA
32 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
22 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 18m 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 Manchester, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 64.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Maine Turnpike, 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 32.2 miles from Manchester, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.37 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 64.4 miles you will encounter 9 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: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Between Manchester, ME and Scarborough, ME, road signs point toward Brunswick and Old Orchard.
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