Origin
Richmond, ME
Late night in Richmond on Thursday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richmond, ME to Topsham, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
17.8 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richmond, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Richmond, ME to Topsham, ME covers 17.8 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Main Street, Mallett Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.87 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.9 miles from Richmond, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 27m highway drive covering 17.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Main Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 12 miles on I 295.
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 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 12 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Main Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.6 miles (ME 196 / Lewiston Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
8
16.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward ME 196 East: Topsham, Brunswick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 31A
Toward ME 196 East: Topsham, Brunswick
5
16.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
ME 196 / Lewiston Road
Merge onto ME 196 / Lewiston Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
17 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
Mallett Drive
Turn right onto Mallett Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
17.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Winter Street
At end of road, turn right onto Winter Street
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 Richmond, ME to Topsham, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Brunswick
16.2 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 12 mi | 12m |
| Main Street | 3.7 mi | 8m |
| Mallett Drive | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Lewiston Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Front Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Winter Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 12 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond, ME and Topsham, ME.
1
Start on this road
283 ft
·
22 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
54 ft
·
5 sec
3
Turn right onto ME 24
294 ft
·
13 sec
·
Front Street
4
Turn left onto ME 197
3.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
6
Merge onto I 295
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 295
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 31A
Toward ME 196 East: Topsham, Brunswick
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto ME 196
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewiston Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto Mallett Drive
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Mallett Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
At end of road, turn right onto Winter Street
47 ft
·
1 sec
·
Winter Street
11
Arrive at destination
Winter Street
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 8.9 miles from Richmond, ME, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12 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 17.8 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.9 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Topsham, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Richmond, ME.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Richmond, ME
This is one driving day of about 17.8 miles and 27m.
At 17.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 12 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.9 mi from Richmond, ME · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.9 miles from Richmond, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Topsham, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Topsham, ME if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.87 one way
$5.73 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $3.15 | $6.31 |
| premium | $4.86 | $3.41 | $6.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
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: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.87 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Topsham, ME
Late night in Topsham on Thursday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
27m 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 Richmond, ME to Topsham, ME covers 17.8 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Main Street, Mallett Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Richmond, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.87 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.6 miles (ME 196 / Lewiston Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Richmond, ME to Topsham, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
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