Origin
Scarborough, ME
Afternoon in Scarborough on Saturday
Local time
1:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scarborough, ME to Newcastle, 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
59.6 mi
96 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
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
Newcastle, ME
Daniel Smyth
Trip Overview
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Newcastle, ME covers 59.6 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Route 1, Mill Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.2 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.59 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 59.6 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 (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 25m highway drive covering 59.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Route 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.2 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Route 1. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near ME 207 / Black Point Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 30.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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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
8
30.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28
Toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
5
33.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Mill Street
Turn left onto Mill Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
US 1 BUS / Main Street
Take the exit onto US 1 BUS / Main Street toward US 1 BUS: Pemaquid Beach, Pemaquid, Damariscotta, Bristol
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 BUS: Pemaquid Beach, Pemaquid, Dama...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Scarborough, ME and Newcastle, ME, road signs point toward Bath and Coastal Route.
Bath
30.6 mi in
|
~39m
Coastal Route
30.6 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 26.2 mi | 31m |
| Route 1 | 12.4 mi | 18m |
| Mill Street | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Bath Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Scarborough Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Pleasant Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 26.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scarborough, ME and Newcastle, 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
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Scarborough Connector
5
Merge onto I 295
26 mi
·
31 min
·
I 295
6
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28
Toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant Street
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto Mill Street
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
Mill Street
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on US 1
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Route 1
11
Continue on US 1
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Bath Road
12
Continue on US 1; ME 27
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
13
Continue on US 1; ME 27
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Route 1
14
Take the exit onto US 1 BUS
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Toward US 1 BUS: Pemaquid Beach, Pemaquid, Damariscotta, Bristol
15
Continue on Main Street
35 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.8 mi from Scarborough, ME · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.8 miles from Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newcastle, ME
The final approach into Newcastle, 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
$9.59 one way
$19.19 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.56 | $21.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.41 | $22.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Newcastle, ME
Afternoon in Newcastle on Saturday
Local time
1:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Brunswick, ME
30 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
8 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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Scarborough, ME to Newcastle, ME covers 59.6 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Route 1, Mill Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.8 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 $9.59 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 25m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 30.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Scarborough, ME and Newcastle, ME, road signs point toward Bath and Coastal Route.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Frances Perkins National Monument.
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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