Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
72.2 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Belgrade, ME
Boris Hamer
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Belgrade, ME covers 72.2 miles and takes about 1h 28m 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, Augusta Road 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 $11.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 72.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 28m highway drive covering 72.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.4 miles on I 295.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in near I 295.
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 72.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 4.5 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward ME 3: Augusta, Belfast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward ME 3: Augusta, Belfast
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto ME 3 / Augusta Bypass
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Scarborough, ME to Belgrade, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Belfast along the way.
Belfast
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 50.4 mi | 58m |
| Maine Turnpike | 9.8 mi | 10m |
| Augusta Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Belgrade Road | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Scarborough Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Civic Center Drive | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Route 1 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Scarborough, ME and Belgrade, ME.
Start on Highland Avenue
Turn right onto ME 207
Turn right onto US 1; ME 9
Keep slight left at fork onto Scarborough Connector
Merge onto I 295
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Enter roundabout onto ME 3
Continue on ME 3
Enter roundabout
Continue
Turn straight onto ME 3
Turn right onto ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
Continue on ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
Continue on ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
Turn left onto Depot Road
Turn slight right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.1 mi from Scarborough, ME · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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.
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 36.1 miles from Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Belgrade, 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.
Regular Gas
$11.62 one way
$23.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.79 | $25.58 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.83 | $27.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.94 | $31.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.59
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$1
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.58 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Scarborough on Friday
Local time
1:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Patchy Fog
Destination
Afternoon in Belgrade on Friday
Local time
1:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
52°F
Freeport, ME
36 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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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