Origin
Scarborough, ME
Late night in Scarborough on Thursday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scarborough, ME to Bethel, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
75.2 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Trip Overview
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Bethel, ME covers 75.2 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Black Point Road, Route 1, Scarborough Connector for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.11 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
37.6 miles from Scarborough, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 50m drive with frequent turns across 75.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Black Point Road 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Bethel, ME is easy. At 1h 50m 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 Scarborough, ME to Bethel, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Black Point Road | — | — |
| Route 1 | — | — |
| Scarborough Connector | — | — |
| Samantha Smith Way | — | — |
| Maine Turnpike | — | — |
| US 202 | — | — |
| West Gray Road | — | — |
| Maine Wildlife Park Way | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Black Point Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scarborough, ME and Bethel, ME.
1
Start on Highland Avenue
266 ft
·
11 sec
·
Highland Avenue
2
Turn right onto Black Point Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Black Point Road
3
Turn right onto Route 1
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 1
4
Keep slight left to continue on Scarborough Connector
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Scarborough Connector
5
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge slight left onto Samantha Smith Way
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Samantha Smith Way
7
Take the exit slight right
0.6 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Maine Turnpike
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Gray, New Gloucester
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Gray, New Gloucester
10
Turn left onto West Gray Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Gray Road
11
Turn right onto Maine Wildlife Park Way
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Maine Wildlife Park Way
12
Continue on Shaker Road
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Shaker Road
13
Continue on Maine Street
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Maine Street
14
Continue on Pigeon Hill Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Pigeon Hill Road
15
Continue on Main Street
6.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
16
Turn right onto Oxford Street
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Oxford Street
17
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Main Street
18
Continue on Market Square
358 ft
·
8 sec
·
Market Square
19
Continue on High Street
433 ft
·
6 sec
·
High Street
20
Continue on Park Street
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Park Street
21
Continue on Bethel Road
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Bethel Road
22
Continue on South Main Street
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
South Main Street
23
Continue on Upper Main Street
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Upper Main Street
24
Continue on Main Street
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
25
Continue on Walker's Mills Road
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Walker's Mills Road
26
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
27
At the end of the road, turn left onto Broad Street
131 ft
·
4 sec
·
Broad Street
28
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.6 miles from Scarborough, ME, or about 55m 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 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.6 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethel, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Scarborough, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Scarborough, ME
This is one driving day of about 75.2 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Scarborough, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.6 mi from Scarborough, ME · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.6 miles from Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bethel, ME
The final approach into Bethel, 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
$12.11 one way
$24.21 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $13.32 | $26.64 |
| premium | $4.86 | $14.40 | $28.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.60 | $33.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.90 | $3.61 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.53 | $4.81 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Bethel, ME
Late night in Bethel on Thursday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Auburn, ME
38 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 50m 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 Bethel, ME covers 75.2 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Black Point Road, Route 1, Scarborough Connector. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.6 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 $12.11 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 Scarborough, ME to Bethel, ME is easy. At 1h 50m 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 Scarborough, ME to Bethel, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Scarborough, ME to Bethel, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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