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Drive Time
37m
Distance
27.3 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Alfred, ME
Yaroslav Shuraev
If you are looking for a quick excursion from the coast to the interior, the 27.3-mile trip from Scarborough to Alfred is an ideal choice. Expect to spend about 37 minutes behind the wheel, making this a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of roads including the Maine Turnpike, Haigis Parkway, and Alfred Road. Budgeting around $4 for fuel should cover your needs for this short distance. Since both towns reside in the Northeast region of Maine, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the journey. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as a direct link between these two Maine communities.
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
13.7 miles from Scarborough, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from high-speed transit to local navigation. About 48% of your journey is spent on highways, providing a steady pace during the 10.3-mile longest stretch on the Maine Turnpike. Once you exit the turnpike, the character of the road shifts to the more localized feel of Haigis Parkway and Alfred Road. This combination keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns change as you move away from the main turnpike artery toward your destination.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
472 ft
Total Descent
235 ft
Highest Point
324 ft
~25.4 mi in
Elevation Range
305 ft
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Alfred, ME is easy. At 37m 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 Alfred, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Black Point Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Haigis Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Maine Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| ME 111 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Alfred Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Alfred Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Biddeford Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Scarborough, ME and Alfred, ME.
Start on Highland Avenue
Turn right onto Black Point Road
Turn left onto Route 1
Turn right onto Haigis Parkway
Continue straight
Keep slight left
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward ME 111: Biddeford
Turn right onto Alfred Street
Continue on Alfred Road
Continue on Biddeford Road
Turn right onto Kennebunk Road
Turn slight left onto Saco Road
Turn left onto Oak Street
Turn right
Arrive at your destination
Because this is a short, 37-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the distance is easily managed in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel levels before leaving Scarborough, as the $4 estimate covers your basic needs for the trip. Since you are traveling through a mix of highway and local roads, stay alert during the transition points where speed limits fluctuate. Utilize the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival to align perfectly with your activities in Alfred.
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.
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 27.3 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.7 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alfred, ME than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Scarborough, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Scarborough, ME
This is one driving day of about 27.3 miles and 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.7 mi from Scarborough, ME · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 13.7 miles from Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Alfred, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Alfred, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.39 one way
$8.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.84 | $9.67 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.03 | $12.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Late night in Scarborough on Wednesday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Light Rain
Destination
Late night in Alfred on Wednesday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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