Origin
Scarborough, ME
Afternoon in Scarborough on Saturday
Local time
2:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scarborough, ME to Readfield, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
66.7 mi
107 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Readfield, ME
Yassir Abbas
Trip Overview
Scarborough, ME to Readfield, ME is 66.7 miles and takes about 1h 25m via Maine Turnpike and US 202, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maine, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward and efficient option for getting from point A to point B. Given the relatively short distance and duration, it's well-suited for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 29.3 mi | 32m |
| Route 202 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| US 202 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Washington Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Winthrop Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Readfield Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| US Route 202 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 29.3 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scarborough, ME and Readfield, 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
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Scarborough Connector
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto Samantha Smith Way
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Samantha Smith Way
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge onto I 95
21 mi
·
23 min
·
Maine Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 202; ME 4
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Street
12
Merge onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Minot Avenue
13
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Court Street
14
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 202
16
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
US Route 202
17
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 202
18
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US Route 202
19
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
US 202; ME 11; ME 100
20
Turn slight right onto ME 41; ME 133
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 133
21
Continue on ME 41; ME 133
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Lake Street
22
Continue on ME 41; ME 133
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 133
23
Continue on ME 41
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Readfield Road
24
Continue on ME 41
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Winthrop Road
25
Arrive at destination
ME 41
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.4 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 40.3 — 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
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Scarborough Connector
Keep slight left at fork onto Scarborough Connector
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
27.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
35.2 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
4
40.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.74 one way
$21.48 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $11.81 | $23.63 |
| premium | $4.86 | $12.77 | $25.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.73 | $29.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.76
Maine Turnpike
(29.3 mi)
$1.76
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$2
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $7.00 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.34 | $4.27 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Readfield, ME
Afternoon in Readfield on Saturday
Local time
2:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Auburn, ME
33 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
12 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 25m 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?
About 70% of this 66.7-mile route is highway, so expect a good amount of time on the Maine Turnpike. The longest stretch on the Turnpike is 29.3 miles, giving you a solid period of consistent cruising. After the highway portion, you'll transition to surface roads like Route 202 and US 202. This shift will likely bring more local traffic and varied speed limits as you approach your destination.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.3 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Route 202. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near ME 207 / Black Point Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.4 miles (Scarborough Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 27.1 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 66.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.3 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.76 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 Readfield, 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 2.4 miles (Scarborough Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 27.1 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Readfield, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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