Origin
South Portland, ME
Late night in South Portland on Thursday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from South Portland, ME to Peru, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
69.7 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Portland, ME
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Peru, ME
Marco Luigy
Trip Overview
The drive from South Portland, ME to Peru, ME covers 69.7 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 Broadway, Casco Bay Bridge, York Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.22 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
34.8 miles from South Portland, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 31m drive with frequent turns across 69.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broadway 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from South Portland, ME to Peru, ME is easy. At 1h 31m 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 South Portland, ME to Peru, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway | — | — |
| Casco Bay Bridge | — | — |
| York Street | — | — |
| High Street | — | — |
| Forest Avenue | — | — |
| Allen Avenue | — | — |
| Washington Avenue | — | — |
| Auburn Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Broadway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Portland, ME and Peru, ME.
1
Start on Pine Street
59 ft
·
10 sec
·
Pine Street
2
Turn sharp left onto Broadway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
3
Continue on Casco Bay Bridge
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Casco Bay Bridge
4
Turn straight onto York Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
York Street
5
Turn left onto High Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
6
Continue on Forest Avenue
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Forest Avenue
7
Take the exit slight right
200 ft
·
9 sec
8
Turn slight right onto Allen Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Allen Avenue
9
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
262 ft
·
7 sec
·
Washington Avenue
10
Continue on Auburn Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Auburn Street
11
Continue on Gray Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Gray Road
12
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
14
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Maine Turnpike
15
Keep slight left to continue on Maine Turnpike
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto Washington Street
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Street
18
Merge slight right onto Minot Avenue
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Minot Avenue
19
Continue on Union Street Bypass
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Union Street Bypass
20
Merge slight right onto Center Street
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
21
Continue on Turner Road
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Turner Road
22
Continue on Auburn Road
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Auburn Road
23
Continue on Federal Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Federal Road
24
Turn left onto Canton Road
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Canton Road
25
Continue on Turner Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Turner Road
26
Continue on Turner Street
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Turner Street
27
Continue on Pleasant Street
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Pleasant Street
28
Continue on Auburn Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Auburn Road
29
Arrive at your destination
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 34.8 miles from South Portland, ME, or about 45m 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 15 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.8 miles or 45m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peru, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving South Portland, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Portland, ME
This is one driving day of about 69.7 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from South Portland, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.8 mi from South Portland, ME · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from South Portland, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Peru, ME
The final approach into Peru, 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
$11.22 one way
$22.44 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.35 | $24.69 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.35 | $26.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.39 | $30.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.00
Bay Bridge
$7.00
Maine Turnpike
$0.00
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
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
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.
Destination
Peru, ME
Late night in Peru on Thursday
Local time
1:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Auburn, ME
35 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.
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 Portland, ME to Peru, ME covers 69.7 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 Broadway, Casco Bay Bridge, York Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.8 miles from South Portland, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.22 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.
The drive from South Portland, ME to Peru, ME is easy. At 1h 31m 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 South Portland, ME to Peru, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from South Portland, ME to Peru, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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