Origin
West Scarborough, ME
Night in West Scarborough on Wednesday
Local time
10:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Scarborough, ME to Mexico, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
82.7 mi
133 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
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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Mexico, ME
Osvaldo Samuel Rendon
Trip Overview
This straightforward 82.7-mile drive from West Scarborough, ME, to Mexico, ME, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 48 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. The route is a mixed drive, with a significant portion on the Maine Turnpike. With an estimated fuel cost of just $13, this is an economical option for exploring more of Maine. You'll spend about 46% of your time on highways. The journey offers a practical way to travel between two points within the Northeast region, with no need for an overnight stay. Consider this drive for a quick and efficient transit between these two Maine locations.
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
41.4 miles from West Scarborough, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
Your journey will primarily follow the Maine Turnpike for a substantial 31.7-mile stretch, offering a taste of highway driving. Beyond that, you'll transition to roads like Auburn Road and Washington Street, suggesting a shift to more local and potentially slower-paced travel. With 46% of the drive on highways, expect a mix of faster travel and more community-focused roads. This blended profile means the driving experience will evolve as you progress, moving from open highway to more integrated local routes. The character of the drive is practical, designed for efficient travel rather than scenic immersion.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 29 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
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.7 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (US 1 / Route 1): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
6
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. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
|
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
81.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
|
US 2; ME 17 / River Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; ME 17 / River Road
Navigation decision point
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 West Scarborough, ME to Mexico, 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 | 19.4 mi | 24m |
| Washington Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Pleasant Street | 4 mi | 5m |
| State Route 108 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Turner Road | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Turner Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| 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 Mexico, 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
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
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Federal Road
18
Turn left onto ME 108
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Canton Road
19
Continue on Turner Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Turner Road
20
Continue on ME 108
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Turner Street
21
Continue on ME 108
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Pleasant Street
22
Continue on ME 108
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Auburn Road
23
Continue on ME 108
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Oxford Road
24
Continue on ME 108
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 108
25
Turn right onto Veterans Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Veterans Street
26
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; ME 17
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
River Road
27
Continue on US 2; ME 17
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
28
Turn right onto ME 17
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Roxbury Road
29
Arrive at destination
ME 17
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this trip offers excellent flexibility. You can depart West Scarborough at your leisure, perhaps after morning traffic has subsided. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you can choose to make brief pauses as needed, keeping the drive under the 1h 48m estimate. The longest stretch on the Maine Turnpike is 31.7 miles, so be mindful of your fuel levels before entering that section, though the total fuel cost is a modest $13. This route is best suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination in Mexico, ME.
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 41.4 miles from West Scarborough, ME, or about 51m 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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.4 miles or 51m 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 Mexico, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving West Scarborough, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Scarborough, ME
This is one driving day of about 82.7 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from West Scarborough, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 41.4 mi from West Scarborough, ME · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.4 miles from West Scarborough, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mexico, ME
The final approach into Mexico, 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
$13.31 one way
$26.63 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $14.65 | $29.30 |
| premium | $4.86 | $15.84 | $31.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.26 | $36.52 |
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
$13
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.29 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Mexico, ME
Night in Mexico on Wednesday
Local time
10:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
4 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
1h 48m 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 Mexico, ME covers 82.7 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, Auburn Road, Washington Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.4 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 $13.31 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 82.7 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (US 1 / Route 1): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Mexico, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
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