Trip from Medway, ME to Auburn, ME

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 42m

Distance

165 mi

266 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 32m ★

6 AM

2h 43m

8 AM

3h 4m

10 AM

2h 50m

12 PM

2h 48m

3 PM

2h 52m

5 PM

3h 3m

8 PM

2h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Medway, ME to Auburn, ME covers 165 miles and takes about 2h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Medway Road, US 202 West, Western Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.56 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

82.5 miles from Medway, ME

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 165 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 2h 42m drive with frequent turns across 165 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Medway Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Medway, ME to Auburn, ME is easy. At 2h 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Medway, ME to Auburn, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Medway Road	—	—
US 202 West	—	—
Western Avenue	—	—
US 202	—	—
Route 202	—	—
Main Street	—	—
Court Street	—	—
Minot Avenue	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Medway Road — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Medway, ME and Auburn, ME.

1

Start on Main Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Main Road

2

Turn right onto Medway Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Medway Road

3

Take the ramp slight right

0.2 mi · 31 sec

4

Merge slight left

134 mi · 2 hr 22 min

5

Take the exit slight right toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop

0.2 mi · 30 sec · US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop

6

Turn right onto Western Avenue

2.8 mi · 3 min · Western Avenue

7

Continue on US 202

13 mi · 14 min · US 202

8

Continue on US Route 202

0.9 mi · 1 min · US Route 202

9

Continue on Route 202

2.7 mi · 3 min · Route 202

10

Continue on US Route 202

0.6 mi · 43 sec · US Route 202

11

Continue on Route 202

3.8 mi · 4 min · Route 202

12

Continue on Main Street

4.9 mi · 5 min · Main Street

13

Continue on Court Street

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Court Street

14

Turn left onto Minot Avenue

0.1 mi · 42 sec · Minot Avenue

15

Continue on Minot Avenue

456 ft · 6 sec · Minot Avenue

16

Arrive at your destination

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 82.5 miles from Medway, ME, or about 1h 21m into the drive.

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 36 miles or 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 82.5 miles or 1h 21m 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 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, ME than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Medway, 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 Medway, ME

This is one driving day of about 165 miles and 2h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Medway, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 82.5 mi from Medway, ME · 1h 21m into the drive

town in Somerset County, Maine, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fairfield, ME

83 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

Bangor, ME

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fairfield, ME

Meal break

The midpoint is around 82.5 miles from Medway, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Auburn, ME

The final approach into Auburn, 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 Auburn, 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

$26.56 one way

$53.12 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.50	$29.23	$58.45
premium	$4.86	$31.60	$63.19
diesel	$5.61	$36.43	$72.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	49.5	$17.33	$7.92
Efficient EV	41.3	$14.44	$6.60
EV Truck/SUV	66	$23.10	$10.56

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

19 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 16, 2026

Origin

Medway, ME

Late night in Medway on Friday

Local time

1:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Auburn, ME

Late night in Auburn on Friday

Local time

1:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

56°F

Fairfield, ME

83 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 42m 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 Medway, ME to Auburn, ME covers 165 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Medway Road, US 202 West, Western Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 82.5 miles from Medway, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.56 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The drive from Medway, ME to Auburn, ME is easy. At 2h 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Medway, ME to Auburn, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Medway, ME to Auburn, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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