Origin
Sanford, ME
Afternoon in Sanford on Friday
Local time
1:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Sanford, ME to Dixmont, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
135.6 mi
218 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
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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Dixmont, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sanford, ME to Dixmont, ME covers 135.6 miles and takes about 2h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Washington Street, River Street, Cottage Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.83 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.8 miles from Sanford, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 135.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 51m drive with frequent turns across 135.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sanford, ME to Dixmont, ME is easy. At 2h 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sanford, ME to Dixmont, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Street | — | — |
| River Street | — | — |
| Cottage Street | — | — |
| Sanford Road | — | — |
| Biddeford Road | — | — |
| Alfred Road | — | — |
| Alfred Street | — | — |
| I 95 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Washington Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sanford, ME and Dixmont, ME.
1
Start on the route
89 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Washington Street
3
Continue on River Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
River Street
4
Turn right onto Cottage Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Cottage Street
5
Continue on Sanford Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Sanford Road
6
Continue on Biddeford Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Biddeford Road
7
Continue on Alfred Road
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Alfred Road
8
Continue on Alfred Street
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Alfred Street
9
Take the ramp left
0.1 mi
·
1 min
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North Toll: Portland, Augusta
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 95 North Toll: Portland, Augusta
11
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Maine Turnpike
12
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Portland
52 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Downtown Portland
13
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Maine Turnpike
14
Take the exit slight right toward ME 139: Fairfield, Benton
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
ME 139: Fairfield, Benton
15
Turn right onto Western Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
16
Turn right onto Newhall Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Newhall Street
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lawrence Avenue
499 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lawrence Avenue
18
Continue on Bridge Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
19
Continue on Neck Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Neck Road
20
Turn left onto Clinton Avenue
459 ft
·
12 sec
·
Clinton Avenue
21
Turn right onto Sebasticook Bridge Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Sebasticook Bridge Road
22
Turn left onto Unity Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Unity Road
23
Continue on State Route 139
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 139
24
Continue on Waterville Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Waterville Road
25
Continue on School Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
School Street
26
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
27
Continue on Bangor Road
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Bangor Road
28
Continue on Western Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
29
Arrive at your destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.8 miles from Sanford, ME, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
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 30 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.8 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dixmont, 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 135.6 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Sanford, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.8 mi from Sanford, ME · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.8 miles from Sanford, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dixmont, ME
The final approach into Dixmont, 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 Dixmont, 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
$21.83 one way
$43.66 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $24.02 | $48.04 |
| premium | $4.86 | $25.97 | $51.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.94 | $59.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.24 | $6.51 |
| Efficient EV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.86 | $5.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.2 | 0 | $18.98 | $8.68 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Dixmont, ME
Afternoon in Dixmont on Friday
Local time
1:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Freeport, ME
68 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
16 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
2h 51m 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 Dixmont, ME covers 135.6 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Street, River Street, Cottage Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.8 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 $21.83 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Sanford, ME to Dixmont, ME is easy. At 2h 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sanford, ME to Dixmont, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sanford, ME to Dixmont, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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