Origin
Pittsfield, ME
Morning in Pittsfield on Friday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pittsfield, ME to Lewiston, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
69.7 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pittsfield, ME
Brady Wilson
Lewiston, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pittsfield, ME to Lewiston, ME covers 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, US 202, Route 202 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.7 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 69.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 19m highway drive covering 69.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and US 202. The longest continuous stretch is about 39.7 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 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 39.7 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 around 0.1 miles in near Forest Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pittsfield, ME to Lewiston, ME is easy. At 1h 19m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Forest Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Somerset Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 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
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Forest Street
Turn right onto Forest Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Somerset Avenue
Turn left onto Somerset Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
41.2 mi into trip
|
~45m 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
41.3 mi into trip
|
~46m 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 | 39.7 mi | 43m |
| US 202 | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| Route 202 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Western Avenue | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| US Route 202 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Somerset Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Forest Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 39.7 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsfield, ME and Lewiston, ME.
1
Start on Central Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Central Street
2
Turn right onto Forest Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Forest Street
3
Turn left onto Somerset Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Somerset Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
5
Merge onto I 95
40 mi
·
43 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
·
Western Avenue
8
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US Route 202
10
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 202
11
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
US Route 202
12
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 202
13
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
14
Continue on US 202
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Main Street
15
Turn slight right
157 ft
·
5 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.8 mi from Pittsfield, ME · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Pittsfield, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.22 one way
$22.44 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.35 | $24.69 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.35 | $26.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.39 | $30.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Lewiston, ME
Morning in Lewiston on Friday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Augusta, ME
35 mi in
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
6 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
1h 19m 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 Pittsfield, ME to Lewiston, ME covers 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 19m 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 34.8 miles from Pittsfield, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.22 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 Pittsfield, ME to Lewiston, ME is easy. At 1h 19m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Forest Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Somerset Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Pittsfield, ME to Lewiston, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Frances Perkins National Monument.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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