Origin
West Scarborough, ME
Evening in West Scarborough on Sunday
Local time
6:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Scarborough, ME to Buxton, ME
Drive Time
19m
Distance
8.4 mi
14 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Scarborough, ME
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Buxton, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Scarborough, ME to Buxton, ME covers 8.4 miles and takes about 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Broadturn Road, Long Plains Road, Route 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.1 miles on Broadturn Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.34 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
4.2 miles from West Scarborough, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 19m drive with frequent turns across 8.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broadturn Road is the longest continuous segment at about 6.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1 / Route 1.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from West Scarborough, ME to Buxton, ME is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Route 1): Navigation decision point; near the start (Broadturn Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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US 1 / Route 1
Turn left onto US 1 / Route 1
Navigation decision point
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Broadturn Road
Turn left onto Broadturn Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broadturn Road | 6.1 mi | 14m |
| Long Plains Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Route 1 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Broadturn Road
— 6.1 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Scarborough, ME and Buxton, ME.
1
Start on this road
25 ft
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6 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto US 1
136 ft
·
15 sec
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Route 1
3
Turn left onto Broadturn Road
6.1 mi
·
14 min
·
Broadturn Road
4
Continue on Long Plains Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Long Plains Road
5
Arrive at destination
Long Plains Road
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 4.2 miles from West Scarborough, ME, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.1 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 8.4 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.2 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buxton, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Scarborough, 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 West Scarborough, ME
This is one driving day of about 8.4 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Scarborough, 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 Broadturn Road for about 6.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.2 mi from West Scarborough, ME · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.2 miles from West Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Buxton, ME
The final approach into Buxton, 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 Buxton, 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
$1.34 one way
$2.69 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $1.47 | $2.95 |
| premium | $4.83 | $1.60 | $3.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.87 | $3.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Buxton, ME
Evening in Buxton on Sunday
Local time
6:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
24 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
19m 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 West Scarborough, ME to Buxton, ME covers 8.4 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broadturn Road, Long Plains Road, Route 1. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.2 miles from West Scarborough, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.34 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 West Scarborough, ME to Buxton, ME is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Route 1): Navigation decision point; near the start (Broadturn Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from West Scarborough, ME to Buxton, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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