Origin
Westbrook, ME
Morning in Westbrook on Monday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westbrook, ME to Wells, ME
Drive Time
40m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
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6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westbrook, ME
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Wells, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Westbrook, ME to Wells, ME covers 32.7 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Maine Turnpike, Westbrook Arterial, Sanford Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.4 miles on Maine Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.23 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
16.4 miles from Westbrook, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 40m highway drive covering 32.7 miles, with most of the trip on Maine Turnpike and Westbrook Arterial. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.4 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 9 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 27.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Westbrook Arterial. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 25 Business / Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 40m drive. You will face about 6 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 25 Business / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (William B Clarke Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 25 Business / Main Street
Depart onto ME 25 Business / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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William B Clarke Drive
Turn sharp left onto William B Clarke Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
2.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the exit toward Lewiston, Kittery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Lewiston, Kittery
6
30.7 mi into trip
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~35m in
Take the exit toward ME 9, ME 109: Wells, Sanford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 19
Toward ME 9, ME 109: Wells, Sanford
4
32.7 mi into trip
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~40m in
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US 1 / Post Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 1 / Post Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Westbrook, ME and Wells, ME, road signs point toward Lewiston, Kittery and Sanford.
Lewiston
2.7 mi in
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~4m
Kittery
2.7 mi in
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~4m
Sanford
30.7 mi in
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~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 27.4 mi | 29m |
| Westbrook Arterial | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Sanford Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| William B Clarke Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Post Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 27.4 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westbrook, ME and Wells, ME.
1
Start on ME 25 Business
308 ft
·
8 sec
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Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn sharp left onto William B Clarke Drive
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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William B Clarke Drive
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on Westbrook Arterial
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Westbrook Arterial
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Lewiston, Kittery
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
27 mi
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29 min
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Maine Turnpike
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward ME 9, ME 109: Wells, Sanford
7
Turn left onto ME 109; ME 9
1.6 mi
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3 min
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Sanford Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 1
95 ft
·
2 sec
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Post Road
9
Arrive at destination
US 1
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 16.4 miles from Westbrook, ME, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.4 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 32.7 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.4 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wells, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Westbrook, 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 Westbrook, ME
This is one driving day of about 32.7 miles and 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Westbrook, 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 27.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from Westbrook, ME · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Westbrook, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wells, ME
The final approach into Wells, 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 Wells, 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
$5.23 one way
$10.47 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
| premium | $4.83 | $6.22 | $12.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.64
Maine Turnpike
(27.4 mi)
$1.64
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
$5
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Wells, ME
Morning in Wells on Monday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Along the Route
52°F
Lawrence, MA
16 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.
Road read
40m 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 Westbrook, ME to Wells, ME covers 32.7 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, Westbrook Arterial, 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 16.4 miles from Westbrook, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.23 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 40m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 25 Business / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (William B Clarke Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Westbrook, ME and Wells, ME, road signs point toward Lewiston, Kittery and Sanford.
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