Origin
North Windham, ME
Evening in North Windham on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Windham, ME to City of Portland, ME
Drive Time
49m
Distance
20.4 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
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6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Portland, ME
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
The drive from North Windham, ME to City of Portland, ME covers 20.4 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Roosevelt Trail, Forest Avenue, Bridgton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.1 miles on Roosevelt Trail. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.27 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
10.2 miles from North Windham, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 49m drive with frequent turns across 20.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Roosevelt Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 7.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
321 ft
-5 ft
Total Climb
305 ft
Total Descent
592 ft
Highest Point
321 ft
~6.5 mi in
Elevation Range
326 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 302 / Roosevelt Trail.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 49m 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: near the start (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 15.3 miles (Marginal Way): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Depart onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
2.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Enter roundabout onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail toward US 302: Portland
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 302: Portland
6
15.3 mi into trip
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~21m in
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Marginal Way
Turn left onto Marginal Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
15.8 mi into trip
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~22m in
|
US 1A / Franklin Street
Turn right onto US 1A / Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
19.5 mi into trip
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~45m in
|
Oakland Avenue
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Trail | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Forest Avenue | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Bridgton Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Portland - Peaks Island | 2.5 mi | 20m |
| Seashore Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Franklin Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Marginal Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Welch Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Roosevelt Trail
— 7.1 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Windham, ME and City of Portland, ME.
1
Start on US 302
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
Use the straight lane.
2
Enter roundabout onto US 302
283 ft
·
9 sec
·
Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
3
Continue on US 302
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
4
Continue on US 302
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Bridgton Road
5
Continue on US 302
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Forest Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Marginal Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Marginal Way
Use the none lane.
7
Turn right onto US 1A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on Maine State Pier
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Maine State Pier
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn slight right
187 ft
·
13 sec
10
Turn straight onto Portland - Peaks Island
2.5 mi
·
20 min
·
Portland - Peaks Island
11
Continue
213 ft
·
15 sec
12
Continue on Welch Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Welch Street
13
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Oakland Avenue
14
Turn slight left onto Whitehead Street
351 ft
·
15 sec
·
Whitehead Street
15
Continue on Seashore Avenue
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Seashore Avenue
16
Continue on Seashore Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Seashore Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Seashore 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 10.2 miles from North Windham, ME, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.1 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 20.4 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.2 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Portland, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving North Windham, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 North Windham, ME
This is one driving day of about 20.4 miles and 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Windham, 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 Roosevelt Trail for about 7.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.2 mi from North Windham, ME · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.2 miles from North Windham, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Portland, ME
The final approach into City of 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 City of 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
$3.27 one way
$6.53 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| premium | $4.83 | $3.88 | $7.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.53 | $9.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
City of Portland, ME
Evening in City of Portland on Sunday
Local time
7:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Lawrence, MA
10 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
49m 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 North Windham, ME to City of Portland, ME covers 20.4 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Roosevelt Trail, Forest Avenue, Bridgton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.2 miles from North Windham, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.27 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 straightforward 49m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 15.3 miles (Marginal Way): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from North Windham, ME to City of Portland, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from -5 ft to 321 ft elevation with about 305 ft of total climbing.
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