The drive from Milford, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 149 miles and takes about 2h 57m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, I 295, Stillwater Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 89.5 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.99 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
74.5 miles from Milford, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 28m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 149 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 57m highway drive covering 149 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and I 295. The longest continuous stretch is about 89.5 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 11 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 89.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
413 ft29 ft
Total Climb
329 ft
Total Descent
446 ft
Highest Point
413 ft
~31.9 mi in
Elevation Range
384 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 295. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 57m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 93.9 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
4.2 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
4.4 mi into trip|~11m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining
9
93.9 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|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
144.4 mi into trip|~2h 48m in|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
4
149 mi into trip|~2h 57m in|Highland Avenue
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Milford, ME to Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Brunswick
93.9 mi in|~1h 50m|via I 295
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
89.5 mi
1h 38m
I 295
50.5 mi
58m
Stillwater Avenue
2.7 mi
7m
Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
2m
Black Point Road
1.2 mi
2m
Route 1
1.2 mi
2m
Center Street
1 mi
2m
Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 89.5 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, ME and Scarborough, ME.
1
Start on US 2
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
2
Continue on US 2
1.0 mi·2 min·Center Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 2A
2.7 mi·7 min·Stillwater Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
5
Merge onto I 95
89 mi·1 hr 38 min·I 95
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
51 mi·58 min·I 295
Exit 103Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, BrunswickUse the straight lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi·2 min·Scarborough Connector
Exit 2Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
8
Turn straight onto US 1; ME 9
1.2 mi·2 min·Route 1
9
Turn left onto ME 207
1.2 mi·2 min·Black Point Road
10
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
267 ft·7 sec·Highland Avenue
11
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.5 miles from Milford, ME, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.5 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 33 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.5 miles or 1h 28m 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 23m
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 Milford, 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 Milford, ME
This is one driving day of about 149 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Milford, 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 89.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.5 mi from Milford, ME
· 1h 28m 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.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
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...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 102.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.99 one way
$47.97 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$26.39
$52.78
premium
$4.86
$28.53
$57.07
diesel
$5.61
$32.90
$65.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.7
0
$15.64
$7.15
Efficient EV
37.3
0
$13.04
$5.96
EV Truck/SUV
59.6
0
$20.86
$9.54
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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 18, 2026
Origin
Milford, ME
Morning
in Milford on Saturday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Scarborough, ME
Morning
in Scarborough on Saturday
Local time
9:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
NE 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
50°F
Augusta, ME
75 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
1 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
2h 57m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Milford, ME to Scarborough, ME covers 149 miles and takes about 2h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 295, Stillwater 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 74.5 miles from Milford, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.99 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 57m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 93.9 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Milford, ME to Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 29 ft to 413 ft elevation with about 329 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Frances Perkins National Monument.
