Origin
Wells Beach Station, ME
Afternoon in Wells Beach Station on Thursday
Local time
2:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
27°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wells Beach Station, ME to Falmouth, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
37.3 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wells Beach Station, ME
Sophia Nel
Falmouth, ME
Dominykas Sen
Trip Overview
The drive from Wells Beach Station, ME to Falmouth, ME covers 37.3 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Maine Turnpike, I 295, Sanford Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.2 miles on Maine Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 37.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 45m highway drive covering 37.3 miles, with most of the trip on Maine Turnpike and I 295. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.2 miles on Maine Turnpike.
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.
Maine Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 24.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
132 ft
26 ft
Total Climb
146 ft
Total Descent
165 ft
Highest Point
132 ft
~21.3 mi in
Elevation Range
106 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and I 295. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 37.3 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
26 mi into trip
|
~30m 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
6
36.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward Falmouth, Cumberland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 10
Toward Falmouth, Cumberland
5
36.9 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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 Wells Beach Station, ME to Falmouth, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
Portland
26 mi in
|
~30m
|
via I 295
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 24.2 mi | 25m |
| I 295 | 10.7 mi | 14m |
| Sanford Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Bucknam Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Depot Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Falmouth Road | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 24.2 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wells Beach Station, ME and Falmouth, ME.
1
Start on Depot Road
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Depot Road
2
Turn right onto ME 109; ME 9
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sanford Road
3
Take the ramp
271 ft
·
6 sec
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
5
Merge onto I 95
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Maine Turnpike
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 295
Exit 44
Toward Downtown Portland
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 10
Toward Falmouth, Cumberland
8
Keep slight right at fork
180 ft
·
4 sec
9
Turn straight onto Bucknam Road
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Bucknam Road
10
Continue on Falmouth Road
35 ft
·
0 sec
·
Falmouth Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
Falmouth Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.6 mi from Wells Beach Station, ME · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Wells Beach Station, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Falmouth, ME
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Falmouth, 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
$6.00 one way
$12.01 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $6.61 | $13.21 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.14 | $14.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Falmouth, ME
Afternoon in Falmouth on Thursday
Local time
2:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
19 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
45m 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 Wells Beach Station, ME to Falmouth, ME covers 37.3 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, I 295, Sanford 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 18.6 miles from Wells Beach Station, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.00 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 37.3 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Wells Beach Station, ME to Falmouth, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 26 ft to 132 ft elevation with about 146 ft of total climbing.
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