Origin
Woolwich, ME
Morning in Woolwich on Saturday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woolwich, ME to Saco, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
51.3 mi
83 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woolwich, ME
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Saco, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Woolwich, ME to Saco, ME covers 51.3 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, Leeman Highway, Maine Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.8 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 51.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 51.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and Leeman Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.8 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Leeman Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
11.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
5
13.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
48.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 36
Toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
7
48.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
8
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Woolwich, ME and Saco, ME, road signs point toward Portland, Old Orchard Beach, Rt-112 Buxton Rd: Saco and Buxton.
Portland
11.8 mi in
|
~18m
Old Orchard Beach
48.5 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Rt-112 Buxton Rd: Saco
48.6 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Buxton
48.6 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 27.8 mi | 34m |
| Leeman Highway | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Maine Turnpike | 7.3 mi | 7m |
| North Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Buxton Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 27.8 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woolwich, ME and Saco, ME.
1
Start on this road
36 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
64 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right onto US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 1
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
Leeman Highway
5
Turn right onto US 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.6 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
8
Merge onto I 295
25 mi
·
30 min
·
I 295
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 295
10
Merge onto I 95
7.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Maine Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 36
Toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
13
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
15
Turn left onto ME 112
212 ft
·
4 sec
·
Buxton Road
16
Continue on ME 112
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Street
17
Turn left onto US 1 Alternate
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
US 1 Alternate
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.6 mi from Woolwich, ME · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.6 miles from Woolwich, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saco, ME
The final approach into Saco, 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
$8.26 one way
$16.52 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.09 | $18.17 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.82 | $19.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.33 | $22.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.44
Maine Turnpike
(7.3 mi)
$0.44
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Saco, ME
Morning in Saco on Saturday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Yarmouth, ME
26 mi in
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
5 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 9m 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 Woolwich, ME to Saco, ME covers 51.3 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, Leeman Highway, Maine Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.6 miles from Woolwich, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.26 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 51.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Woolwich, ME and Saco, ME, road signs point toward Portland, Old Orchard Beach, Rt-112 Buxton Rd: Saco and Buxton.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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