Trip from South Berwick, ME to Brunswick, ME

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 31m

Distance

69.9 mi

113 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min

4 AM

1h 25m ★

6 AM

1h 32m

8 AM

1h 46m

10 AM

1h 36m

12 PM

1h 35m

3 PM

1h 37m

5 PM

1h 45m

8 PM

1h 27m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from South Berwick, ME to Brunswick, ME covers 69.9 miles and takes about 1h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 295, Maine Turnpike, North Berwick Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.2 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.25 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.

Midpoint

35 miles from South Berwick, ME

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 69.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 31m highway drive covering 69.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 28.2 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 14 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 28.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 236 / Main Street.

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 69.9 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (ME 236 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (ME 109; ME 9 / Sanford Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | ME 236 / Main Street

Turn right onto ME 236 / Main Street

Navigation decision point

4

13.2 mi into trip | ~22m in | ME 109; ME 9 / Sanford Road

At end of road, turn right onto ME 109; ME 9 / Sanford Road

Navigation decision point

4

13.8 mi into trip | ~23m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

8

38.7 mi into trip | ~50m in | I 295

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward Downtown Portland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 44 Toward Downtown Portland

8

66.9 mi into trip | ~1h 25m 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

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from South Berwick, ME to Brunswick, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.

Portland

38.7 mi in | ~50m | via I 295

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 295	28.2 mi	34m
Maine Turnpike	24.2 mi	25m
North Berwick Road	5.2 mi	7m
Portland Street	3.7 mi	6m
Elm Street	2.7 mi	4m
Pleasant Street	1.7 mi	4m
Wells Street	1.5 mi	3m
Sanford Road	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 295 — 28.2 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Berwick, ME and Brunswick, ME.

1

Start on Scotts Court

228 ft · 12 sec · Scotts Court

2

Turn right onto ME 236

194 ft · 6 sec · Main Street

3

Turn sharp left onto ME 4

3.7 mi · 6 min · Portland Street

4

Continue on ME 4

2.7 mi · 4 min · Elm Street

5

Turn slight right onto ME 9

1.5 mi · 3 min · Wells Street

6

Continue on ME 9

5.2 mi · 7 min · North Berwick Road

7

At end of road, turn right onto ME 109; ME 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · Sanford Road

8

Turn left

305 ft · 9 sec

9

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

10

Merge onto I 95

24 mi · 25 min · Maine Turnpike

11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295

28 mi · 34 min · I 295

Exit 44 Toward Downtown Portland Use the slight right lane.

12

Take the exit

1.3 mi · 2 min

Exit 28 Toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route Use the straight / slight right lanes.

13

Continue on US 1

1.7 mi · 4 min · Pleasant Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

14

Arrive at destination

Pleasant Street

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 35 miles from South Berwick, ME, or about 46m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.2 miles.

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 15 miles or 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 35 miles or 46m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brunswick, ME than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving South Berwick, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from South Berwick, ME

This is one driving day of about 69.9 miles and 1h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from South Berwick, ME.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 28.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 35 mi from South Berwick, ME · 46m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

South Portland Gardens, ME

35 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

Wells, ME

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Scarborough, ME

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35 miles from South Berwick, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Brunswick, ME

The final approach into Brunswick, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Frances Perkins National Monument

National Monument

Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...

21 mi from route ~53 min detour Free near mile 69.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.25 one way

$22.51 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.50	$12.38	$24.76
premium	$4.86	$13.39	$26.77
diesel	$5.61	$15.43	$30.87

Estimated Tolls: $1.45

Maine Turnpike (24.2 mi) $1.45

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	21	$7.34	$3.36
Efficient EV	17.5	$6.12	$2.80
EV Truck/SUV	28	$9.79	$4.47

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

South Berwick, ME

Afternoon in South Berwick on Thursday

Local time

1:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brunswick, ME

Afternoon in Brunswick on Thursday

Local time

1:35 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°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

11 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 31m 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 South Berwick, ME to Brunswick, ME covers 69.9 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 295, Maine Turnpike, North Berwick Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 35 miles from South Berwick, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.25 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.9 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 236 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (ME 109; ME 9 / Sanford Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Navigation decision point.

On the drive from South Berwick, ME to Brunswick, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.

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Trip from South Berwick, ME to Brunswick, ME

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Brunswick, ME

National Parks Near This Route

Frances Perkins National Monument

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

South Berwick, ME

Brunswick, ME

Same local time

11 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 31m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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