Origin
Scarborough, ME
Morning in Scarborough on Friday
Local time
11:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scarborough, ME to Augusta, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
63.4 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Augusta, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Augusta, ME covers 63.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Maine Turnpike, Scarborough Connector for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.4 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 63.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 63.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.4 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 14 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 50.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near ME 207 / Black Point Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 (ME 207 / Black Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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
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ME 207 / Black Point Road
Turn right onto ME 207 / Black Point Road
Navigation decision point
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
61.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, Winthrop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 109
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, W...
7
61.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
5
63.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100 / Memorial Circle
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100 / Memorial Circle
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 50.4 mi | 58m |
| Maine Turnpike | 6.3 mi | 6m |
| Scarborough Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Route 1 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Capitol Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Western Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 50.4 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scarborough, ME and Augusta, ME.
1
Start on Highland Avenue
267 ft
·
10 sec
·
Highland Avenue
2
Turn right onto ME 207
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Black Point Road
3
Turn right onto US 1; ME 9
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 1
4
Keep slight left at fork onto Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Scarborough Connector
5
Merge onto I 295
50 mi
·
58 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 95
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Maine Turnpike
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 109
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, Winthrop
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
9
Turn straight onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
10
Turn right onto Armory Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Armory Street
11
Continue on Capitol Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Capitol Street
12
Turn left onto US 201; ME 27
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
State Street
13
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100
466 ft
·
8 sec
·
Memorial Circle
14
Arrive at destination
US 201; ME 27
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.7 mi from Scarborough, ME · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Augusta, ME
The final approach into Augusta, 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
$10.21 one way
$20.41 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.23 | $22.46 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.14 | $24.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.38
Maine Turnpike
(6.3 mi)
$0.38
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$0
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Augusta, ME
Morning in Augusta on Friday
Local time
11:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Yarmouth, ME
32 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
3 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
1h 18m 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 Scarborough, ME to Augusta, ME covers 63.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Maine Turnpike, Scarborough Connector. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.7 miles from Scarborough, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.21 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 63.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 (ME 207 / Black Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Scarborough, ME to Augusta, 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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