Origin
South Portland Gardens, ME
Evening in South Portland Gardens on Sunday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Portland Gardens, ME to Freeport, ME
Drive Time
29m
Distance
20.9 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Portland Gardens, ME
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
The drive from South Portland Gardens, ME to Freeport, ME covers 20.9 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Main Street, Westbrook Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.8 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.35 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
10.4 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 29m highway drive covering 20.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Main Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.8 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 11 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 17.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Westbrook Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Westbrook Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (ME 9 / Western Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Westbrook Street
Turn right onto Westbrook Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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ME 9 / Western Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto ME 9 / Western Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
3
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 295 North: Portland
Navigation decision point
Toward I 295 North: Portland
3
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
19.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward Freeport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 20
Toward Freeport
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 17.8 mi | 21m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Westbrook Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Devereaux Circle | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lower Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Desert Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Western Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 17.8 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Portland Gardens, ME and Freeport, ME.
1
Start on Devereaux Circle
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Devereaux Circle
2
Turn right onto Westbrook Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Westbrook Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto ME 9
208 ft
·
7 sec
·
Western Avenue
4
Continue on ME 9
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Westbrook Street
5
Take the ramp
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 295 North: Portland
6
Merge onto I 295
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 295
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 20
Toward Freeport
8
Turn right onto Desert Road
234 ft
·
5 sec
·
Desert Road
9
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Lower Main Street
10
Continue on US 1
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
US 1
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 10.4 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.8 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 20.9 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.4 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Freeport, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Portland Gardens, 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.
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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 South Portland Gardens, ME
This is one driving day of about 20.9 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 17.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.4 mi from South Portland Gardens, ME · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.4 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Freeport, ME
The final approach into Freeport, 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 Freeport, 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
$3.35 one way
$6.69 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
| premium | $4.83 | $3.97 | $7.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.64 | $9.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Freeport, ME
Evening in Freeport on Sunday
Local time
8:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Lawrence, MA
10 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
29m 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 Portland Gardens, ME to Freeport, ME covers 20.9 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Main Street, Westbrook 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 10.4 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.35 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 29m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Westbrook Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (ME 9 / Western Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from South Portland Gardens, ME to Freeport, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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