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 Farmington, ME
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
85.6 mi
138 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
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6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 44m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from West Scarborough, ME to Farmington, ME covers 85.6 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Maine Turnpike, Auburn Road, Federal Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.7 miles on Maine Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.70 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
42.8 miles from West Scarborough, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from West Scarborough, ME to Farmington, ME covers 85.6 miles and takes about 1h 49m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 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 31.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1 / Route 1.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 85.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Route 1): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 1 / Route 1
Turn left onto US 1 / Route 1
Navigation decision point
8
5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
5
35.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
5
40.9 mi into trip
|
~51m in
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ME 4 / Center Street
Merge onto ME 4 / Center Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
85 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
|
US 2; ME 4; ME 43 / Intervale Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 2; ME 4; ME 43 / Intervale Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from West Scarborough, ME to Farmington, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
Augusta
5 mi in
|
~8m
|
via I 95
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 31.7 mi | 35m |
| Auburn Road | 12.7 mi | 14m |
| Federal Road | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 8.9 mi | 11m |
| Washington Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| US Route 2 East | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Wilton Road | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Center Street | 2.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 31.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Scarborough, ME and Farmington, ME.
1
Start on this road
25 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Route 1
3
Continue on US 1; ME 9
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1; ME 9
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto Haigis Parkway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Haigis Parkway
5
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Maine Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Maine Turnpike
Toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 202; ME 4
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Street
12
Merge onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
Minot Avenue
13
Continue on ME 4
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Union Street Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Merge onto ME 4
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on ME 4
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Turner Road
16
Continue on ME 4
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Auburn Road
17
Continue on ME 4
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Federal Road
18
Continue on ME 4
510 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bridge Street
19
At end of road, turn left onto ME 4; ME 17
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
20
Merge onto US 2; ME 4
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
United States Highway 2
21
Continue on US 2; ME 4
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US Route 2 East
22
Continue on US 2; ME 4
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Wilton Road
23
Continue on US 2; ME 4; ME 43
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Bridge Street
24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 2; ME 4; ME 43
238 ft
·
11 sec
·
Intervale Road
25
Continue on ME 4; ME 27; ME 43
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Turn right onto ME 43
26 ft
·
0 sec
·
Broadway
27
Arrive at destination
ME 43
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 42.8 miles from West Scarborough, ME, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.7 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.8 miles or 53m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Farmington, 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 85.6 miles and 1h 49m.
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 Maine Turnpike for about 31.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.8 mi from West Scarborough, ME · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.8 miles from West Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Farmington, ME
The final approach into Farmington, 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 Farmington, 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
$13.70 one way
$27.41 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $15.02 | $30.04 |
| premium | $4.83 | $16.27 | $32.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.02 | $38.03 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.90
Maine Turnpike
(31.7 mi)
$1.90
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
$14
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
| Efficient EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.98 | $5.48 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Farmington, ME
Evening in Farmington on Sunday
Local time
6:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
45°F
Freedom, NH
43 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
2 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
1h 49m 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 Farmington, ME covers 85.6 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, Auburn Road, Federal Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.8 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 $13.70 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 85.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Route 1): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from West Scarborough, ME to Farmington, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
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