Origin
Waterville, ME
Afternoon in Waterville on Thursday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waterville, ME to Lisbon, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
59m
Distance
49.2 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waterville, ME
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Lisbon, ME
Bob Jenkin
Trip Overview
The drive from Waterville, ME to Lisbon, ME covers 49.2 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Maine Turnpike, Middle Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.2 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 49.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 59m highway drive covering 49.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Maine Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.2 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Maine Turnpike. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 11; ME 104 / Elm Street.
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 59m 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: near the start (ME 11; ME 104 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.3 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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ME 11; ME 104 / Elm Street
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 104 / Elm Street
Navigation decision point
3
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
27.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike toward I 95 South: Lewiston, Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 South: Lewiston, Portland
4
29.9 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
43.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
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 Waterville, ME to Lisbon, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
Portland
27.3 mi in
|
~33m
|
via I 95
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 24.2 mi | 26m |
| Maine Turnpike | 16.4 mi | 17m |
| Middle Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Webster Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Kennedy Memorial Drive | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Silver Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Elm Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Ridge Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 24.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterville, ME and Lisbon, ME.
1
Start on Post Office Square
42 ft
·
7 sec
·
Post Office Square
2
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 104
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Street
3
Turn slight right onto ME 11; ME 104; ME 137 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Silver Street
4
Continue on ME 11; ME 104; ME 137
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Kennedy Memorial Drive
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
6
Merge onto I 95
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 95
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
2.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Maine Turnpike
Toward I 95 South: Lewiston, Portland
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Maine Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
10
Turn left onto Middle Road
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Middle Road
11
Continue on Ridge Road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Ridge Road
12
Turn right onto Webster Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Webster Road
13
Arrive at destination
Village Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.6 mi from Waterville, ME · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.6 miles from Waterville, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lisbon, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lisbon, ME if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.92 one way
$15.84 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.71 | $17.43 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.42 | $18.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.86 | $21.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.98
Maine Turnpike
(16.4 mi)
$0.98
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Lisbon, ME
Afternoon in Lisbon on Thursday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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
59m 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 Waterville, ME to Lisbon, ME covers 49.2 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Maine Turnpike, Middle 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 24.6 miles from Waterville, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.92 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 59m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 11; ME 104 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.3 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Waterville, ME to Lisbon, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
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