Origin
Sanford, ME
Late night in Sanford on Wednesday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sanford, ME to Acton, ME
Data updated 1 second ago
Drive Time
20m
Distance
10.2 mi
16 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sanford, ME
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Acton, ME
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward trip within Maine, the 10.2-mile journey from Sanford to Acton is a breeze. Clocking in at just 20 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will navigate primarily via State Route 109, Main Street, and Emery Mills Road. With an estimated fuel cost of only $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to travel between these two Northeast towns. Since the entire trip is quite short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or elaborate planning. It is an ideal route for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without any unnecessary hassle.
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
5.1 miles from Sanford, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving experience, balancing local roads with a modest highway portion that accounts for 33% of the journey. You will spend your time navigating a variety of road types, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 3.4 miles on State Route 109. Expect the pace to shift as you transition between Main Street and Emery Mills Road. The road personality is functional rather than high-speed, requiring you to stay attentive as the environment changes over the 10.2-mile distance. It is a straightforward drive that doesn't demand hours of focus, making it a manageable task for any driver.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 109 is the longest continuous segment at about 3.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Washington Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sanford, ME to Acton, ME is easy. At 20m with 33% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (H Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles (Sam Page Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
3
10 mi into trip
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~19m in
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H Road
Turn right onto H Road
Navigation decision point
4
10.2 mi into trip
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~20m in
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Sam Page Road
Turn left onto Sam Page Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 109 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Emery Mills Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| River Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| H Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 109
— 3.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sanford, ME and Acton, ME.
1
Start on this road
89 ft
·
8 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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Washington Street
3
Continue on River Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
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River Street
4
Turn slight left onto ME 224
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Pleasant Street
5
Continue on ME 224
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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Bridge Street
6
Turn slight right
135 ft
·
6 sec
7
Turn right onto ME 109; ME 11
2.3 mi
·
5 min
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Main Street
8
Continue on ME 11; ME 109
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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Emery Mills Road
9
Continue on ME 11; ME 109
3.4 mi
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5 min
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State Route 109
10
Turn right onto H Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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H Road
11
Turn left onto Sam Page Road
47 ft
·
1 sec
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Sam Page Road
12
Arrive at destination
Sam Page Road
Trip Plan
Because this drive is short and direct, you have total flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 20-minute trip without needing to schedule any formal stops along the way. Since the fuel cost is a negligible $2, you can focus your budget elsewhere rather than worrying about mid-trip refueling. When planning your departure, simply aim for a window that avoids peak local traffic to ensure the quickest transit time. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between State Route 109 and Emery Mills Road ahead of time, as these turns define the core of your navigation.
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 5.1 miles from Sanford, ME, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.4 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 10.2 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.1 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Acton, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sanford, 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 Sanford, ME
This is one driving day of about 10.2 miles and 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sanford, 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 State Route 109 for about 3.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.1 mi from Sanford, ME · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.1 miles from Sanford, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Acton, ME
The final approach into Acton, 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 Acton, 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
$1.64 one way
$3.28 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.81 | $3.61 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.95 | $3.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.89 | $0.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Acton, ME
Late night in Acton on Wednesday
Local time
1:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
New Lebanon, NY
5 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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
20m 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 Sanford, ME to Acton, ME covers 10.2 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 109, Main Street, Emery Mills Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.1 miles from Sanford, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.64 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 Sanford, ME to Acton, ME is easy. At 20m with 33% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (H Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles (Sam Page Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sanford, ME to Acton, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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