Origin
Old Town, ME
Evening in Old Town on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Old Town, ME to Lewiston, ME
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
114.9 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
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6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Old Town, ME
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Lewiston, ME
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Old Town to Lewiston, expect a straightforward journey covering 114.9 miles across Maine. You can easily complete this drive in about 2 hours and 14 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that rarely requires an overnight stay. Your budget for the trek should account for approximately $18 in fuel costs. The route primarily utilizes I-95, US 202, and Route 202 to navigate through the Northeast region. Because the trip is relatively short and efficient, it offers great flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this drive provides a reliable connection between these two Maine hubs.
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
57.4 miles from Old Town, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 90% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will settle into a consistent rhythm early on, facing an 82.7-mile stretch on I-95 that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. Once you transition off the interstate and onto US 202 and Route 202, the road environment shifts to accommodate the final leg of your trip. While the interstate segments prioritize speed and directness, the remainder of the drive offers a change of pace as you approach Lewiston. Expect a steady, predictable experience behind the wheel that prioritizes efficiency over technical driving maneuvers.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 82.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US 202. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2A / Center Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Old Town, ME to Lewiston, ME is easy. At 2h 14m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2A / Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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 2A / Center Street
Turn left onto US 2A / Center Street
Navigation decision point
3
3.4 mi into trip
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~9m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
3.6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
86.3 mi into trip
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~1h 40m 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
86.5 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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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 | 82.7 mi | 1h 30m |
| US 202 | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| Route 202 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Western Avenue | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Stillwater Avenue | 2.7 mi | 7m |
| US Route 202 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Center Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 82.7 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Old Town, ME and Lewiston, ME.
1
Start on US 2
240 ft
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13 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 2A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Center Street
3
Continue on US 2A
2.7 mi
·
7 min
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Stillwater Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
5
Merge onto I 95
83 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
·
I 95
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 109B
Toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
7
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
2.8 mi
·
3 min
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Western Avenue
8
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
13 mi
·
14 min
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US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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US Route 202
10
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.7 mi
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3 min
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Route 202
11
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.6 mi
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42 sec
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US Route 202
12
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
3.8 mi
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4 min
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Route 202
13
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.5 mi
·
5 min
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Main Street
14
Continue on US 202
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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Main Street
15
Turn slight right
157 ft
·
5 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable two-hour drive, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best suits your personal routine. There are no mandatory stops required for this 114.9-mile distance, giving you the freedom to drive straight through if you prefer. However, keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on I-95, so stay alert for heavy traffic patterns typical of major highway corridors. If you are budget-conscious, try to fuel up before hitting the highway to keep your costs near that $18 estimate. Use the flexibility of this short route to your benefit by planning your departure to avoid peak commuter hours in the Lewiston area.
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 57.4 miles from Old Town, ME, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.7 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.4 miles or 1h 9m 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 50m
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 Old Town, 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 Old Town, ME
This is one driving day of about 114.9 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Old Town, 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 95 for about 82.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.4 mi from Old Town, ME · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.4 miles from Old Town, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.7 miles.
Arriving in Lewiston, ME
The final approach into Lewiston, 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 Lewiston, 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
$18.39 one way
$36.79 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $20.16 | $40.32 |
| premium | $4.83 | $21.84 | $43.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.53 | $51.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.06 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.05 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.09 | $7.35 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Lewiston, ME
Evening in Lewiston on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
43°F
Brunswick, ME
57 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 14m 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 Old Town, ME to Lewiston, ME covers 114.9 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, US 202, Route 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 57.4 miles from Old Town, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.39 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.
The drive from Old Town, ME to Lewiston, ME is easy. At 2h 14m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2A / Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Old Town, ME to Lewiston, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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