Origin
Scarborough, ME
Afternoon in Scarborough on Saturday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scarborough, ME to Kittery, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
47.2 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Kittery, ME
Ever Rayan
Trip Overview
Scarborough, ME to Kittery, ME is 47.2 miles and takes about 59 minutes via Maine Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, direct trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically within Maine. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on highways, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. Given its minimal duration and distance, it's ideal for a same-day excursion, allowing for plenty of time at your destination. Consider this route when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 40.2 mi | 43m |
| Haigis Parkway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| ME 236 | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| Route 1 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Highland Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Whipple Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 40.2 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scarborough, ME and Kittery, 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 left onto US 1; ME 9
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 1
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto Haigis Parkway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Haigis Parkway
5
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 95
40 mi
·
43 min
·
Maine Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 2
Toward ME 236: Kittery, South Berwick
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 2
Toward US 1, ME 236, US 1 Bypass: Kittery, South Berwick
10
Keep slight right at fork
516 ft
·
15 sec
Exit 2
Toward US 1, ME 236, US 1 Bypass: Kittery, South Berwick
11
Turn straight onto ME 236
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
ME 236
12
Enter roundabout onto ME 236
431 ft
·
14 sec
·
ME 236
13
Continue on ME 236
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
ME 236
14
Arrive at destination
ME 103
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 45.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
ME 207 / Black Point Road
Turn right onto ME 207 / Black Point Road
Navigation decision point
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 1; ME 9 / Route 1
Turn left onto US 1; ME 9 / Route 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
45.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward ME 236: Kittery, South Berwick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward ME 236: Kittery, South Berwick
7
45.5 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1, ME 236, US 1 Bypass: Kittery, South Berwick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward US 1, ME 236, US 1 Bypass: Kittery, Sout...
8
45.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1, ME 236, US 1 Bypass: Kittery, South Berwick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward US 1, ME 236, US 1 Bypass: Kittery, Sout...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.60 one way
$15.20 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.36 | $16.72 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.04 | $18.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.41
Maine Turnpike
(40.2 mi)
$2.41
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$2
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Kittery, ME
Afternoon in Kittery on Saturday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is a highway-focused drive, with 94% of the journey on expressways. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 40.2 miles on the Maine Turnpike, offering a consistent, high-speed experience for a significant portion of the trip. The drive also incorporates Haigis Parkway and ME 236, which might offer slightly different road surfaces or speeds before returning to highway travel. Expect a steady pace for most of the 59-minute drive, with minimal deviations from major roadways.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.2 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Haigis Parkway. You will hit about 9 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 47.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.3 miles (US 1; ME 9 / Route 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 47.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.2 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.41 in tolls one way, starting with Maine Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Kittery, ME before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ME can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (ME 207 / Black Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 1; ME 9 / Route 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 45.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kittery, ME before heading back.
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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