The drive from Mapleton, ME to Lewiston, ME covers 252 miles and takes about 5h behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Aroostook Scenic Highway, US 202 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 153.7 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
126 miles from Mapleton, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 43m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h. Total distance: 252 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 5h highway drive covering 252 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Aroostook Scenic Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 153.7 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 153.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Aroostook Scenic Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 12.9 miles in near ME 11 / Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.9 miles (ME 11 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 69.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 69.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
12.9 mi into trip|~19m in|ME 11 / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto ME 11 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
69.3 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
69.7 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
223.4 mi into trip|~4h 26m in
Take the exit toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 109B
Toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME...
3
223.6 mi into trip|~4h 27m in|US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
153.7 mi
2h 42m
Aroostook Scenic Highway
30.2 mi
44m
US 202
12.8 mi
14m
Masardis Road
11.7 mi
17m
Presque Isle Road
7.3 mi
10m
Main Street
6.6 mi
9m
Route 202
6.6 mi
7m
Station Road
5.2 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 153.7 mi, about 2h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mapleton, ME and Lewiston, ME.
1
Start on ME 163
0.5 mi·45 sec·Main Street
2
Continue on ME 163
5.1 mi·7 min·Haystack Road
3
Continue on ME 163
7.3 mi·10 min·Presque Isle Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto ME 11
0.1 mi·12 sec·Main Street
5
Continue on ME 11
12 mi·17 min·Masardis Road
6
Continue on ME 11
30 mi·44 min·Aroostook Scenic Highway
7
Continue on ME 11
4.4 mi·6 min·North Road
8
Continue on ME 11
1.1 mi·2 min·Main Street
9
Continue on ME 11
3.2 mi·4 min·South Patten Road
10
Continue on ME 11
3.5 mi·5 min·Station Road
11
Continue on Route 11
0.2 mi·15 sec·Route 11
12
Continue on Station Road
1.7 mi·2 min·Station Road
13
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi·21 sec·Main Street
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
15
Merge onto I 95
154 mi·2 hr 42 min·I 95
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 109BToward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
17
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
2.8 mi·3 min·Western Avenue
18
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
13 mi·14 min·US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.9 mi·1 min·US Route 202
20
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.7 mi·3 min·Route 202
21
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.6 mi·42 sec·US Route 202
22
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
3.8 mi·4 min·Route 202
23
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.5 mi·5 min·Main Street
24
Continue on US 202
0.1 mi·19 sec·Main Street
25
Turn slight right
157 ft·5 sec
26
Arrive at destination
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 126 miles from Mapleton, ME, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 153.7 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 55 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126 miles or 2h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lewiston, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mapleton, 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 Mapleton, ME
This is one driving day of about 252 miles and 5h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Mapleton, 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 I 95 for about 153.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 126 mi from Mapleton, ME
· 2h 43m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
National Monument
Spread across a wild landscape offering spectacular views of Katahdin, Katahdin Woods and Waters invites discovery of its rivers, streams, woods, flora, fauna, geology, and the night skies that have a...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 60.8
Park Closure: Loop Road and North Entrance Seasonal Closures
Park Closure: Katahdin Overlook Construction Closure
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...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 225.9
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
75.6
0
$26.46
$12.10
Efficient EV
63
0
$22.05
$10.08
EV Truck/SUV
100.8
1
$35.28
$16.13
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Mapleton, ME
Morning
in Mapleton on Friday
Local time
11:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
29°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lewiston, ME
Morning
in Lewiston on Friday
Local time
11:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Lincoln, ME
126 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
21 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
5h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mapleton, ME to Lewiston, ME covers 252 miles and takes about 5h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Aroostook Scenic Highway, US 202. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 126 miles from Mapleton, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.57 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.9 miles (ME 11 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 69.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 69.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Mapleton, ME to Lewiston, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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.
