Origin
Scarborough, ME
Afternoon in Scarborough on Thursday
Local time
12:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scarborough, ME to Gouldsboro, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 34m
Distance
168.8 mi
272 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 22m
★
6 AM
3h 35m
8 AM
3h 59m
10 AM
3h 43m
12 PM
3h 41m
3 PM
3h 44m
5 PM
3h 58m
8 PM
3h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
Gouldsboro, ME
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Gouldsboro, ME covers 168.8 miles and takes about 3h 34m 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 $27.17 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
84.4 miles from Scarborough, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 34m. Total distance: 168.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 34m drive with frequent turns across 168.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Gouldsboro, ME is easy. At 3h 34m 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 Gouldsboro, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Black Point Road | — | — |
| Route 1 | — | — |
| Scarborough Connector | — | — |
| Maine Turnpike | — | — |
| ME 3 | — | — |
| Augusta Bypass | — | — |
| North Belfast Avenue | — | — |
| Belfast Road | — | — |
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 Gouldsboro, 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
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Scarborough Connector
5
Merge slight left
50 mi
·
58 min
6
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Maine Turnpike
7
Take the exit slight right toward ME 3: Augusta, Belfast
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
ME 3: Augusta, Belfast
8
Keep slight right
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
9
Merge slight left onto Augusta Bypass
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Augusta Bypass
10
Continue on North Belfast Avenue
8.1 mi
·
11 min
·
North Belfast Avenue
11
Continue on Belfast Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Belfast Road
12
Continue on Route 3
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Route 3
13
Continue on Acadia Highway
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Acadia Highway
14
Continue on Belfast Augusta Road West
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Belfast Augusta Road West
15
Continue on Augusta Road
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Augusta Road
16
Continue on Belmont Avenue
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Belmont Avenue
17
Take the exit left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
18
Merge slight left onto Route 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 1
19
Continue on Searsport Avenue
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Searsport Avenue
20
Continue on West Main Street
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
West Main Street
21
Keep slight right to continue on East Main Street
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
East Main Street
22
Continue on US Highway 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 1
23
Continue on Route 1
509 ft
·
12 sec
·
Route 1
24
Continue on Route 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 1
25
Continue on Acadia Highway
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Acadia Highway
26
Continue on Bucksport Road
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Bucksport Road
27
Continue on West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
West Main Street
28
Turn right onto Water Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
29
Turn left onto Foster Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Foster Street
30
Turn right onto High Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
High Street
31
Turn left
20 mi
·
30 min
32
Turn right onto West Bay Road
197 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Bay Road
33
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.4 miles from Scarborough, ME, or about 1h 47m 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 37 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.4 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gouldsboro, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Scarborough, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 168.8 miles and 3h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Scarborough, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.4 mi from Scarborough, ME · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84.4 miles from Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gouldsboro, ME
The final approach into Gouldsboro, 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 Gouldsboro, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.17 one way
$54.35 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $29.90 | $59.80 |
| premium | $4.86 | $32.32 | $64.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.27 | $74.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.72 | $8.10 |
| Efficient EV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.77 | $6.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.5 | 0 | $23.63 | $10.80 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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
Gouldsboro, ME
Afternoon in Gouldsboro on Thursday
Local time
12:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
3h 34m 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 Gouldsboro, ME covers 168.8 miles and takes about 3h 34m 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 84.4 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 $27.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Gouldsboro, ME is easy. At 3h 34m 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 Gouldsboro, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Scarborough, ME to Gouldsboro, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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