Origin
York Beach, ME
Afternoon in York Beach on Thursday
Local time
1:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York Beach, ME to Brunswick, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
72.2 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
York Beach, ME
Sarah O'Shea
Brunswick, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from York Beach, ME to Brunswick, ME covers 72.2 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Maine Turnpike, I 295, US Route 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 36.4 miles on Maine Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 72.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 72.2 miles, with most of the trip on Maine Turnpike and I 295. The longest continuous stretch is about 36.4 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 13 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 36.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and I 295. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Railroad Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.4 miles (Railroad Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Ridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (Spur Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Railroad Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Railroad Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Ridge Road
Turn right onto Ridge Road
Navigation decision point
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Spur Road
Turn right onto Spur Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
40.9 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward Downtown Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 44
Toward Downtown Portland
8
69.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28
Toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
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 York Beach, ME to Brunswick, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
Portland
40.9 mi in
|
~48m
|
via I 295
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 36.4 mi | 39m |
| I 295 | 28.2 mi | 34m |
| US Route 1 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Short Sands Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Spur Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Ocean Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Ridge Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 36.4 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York Beach, ME and Brunswick, ME.
1
Start on US 1A
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Long Beach Avenue
2
Continue on US 1A
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Ocean Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto Railroad Avenue
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
4
Turn right onto Ridge Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Ridge Road
5
Turn right onto Short Sands Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Short Sands Road
6
Turn left onto US 1
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US Route 1
7
Turn right onto Spur Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Spur Road
Use the right lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
9
Merge onto I 95
36 mi
·
39 min
·
Maine Turnpike
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
28 mi
·
34 min
·
I 295
Exit 44
Toward Downtown Portland
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28
Toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on US 1
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Pleasant Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
Pleasant Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.1 mi from York Beach, ME · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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
Arriving in Brunswick, ME
The final approach into Brunswick, 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
$11.62 one way
$23.25 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $12.79 | $25.58 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.83 | $27.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.94 | $31.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.18
Maine Turnpike
(36.4 mi)
$2.18
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$2
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.58 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Brunswick, ME
Afternoon in Brunswick on Thursday
Local time
1:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Portland, ME
36 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
4 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 29m 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 York Beach, ME to Brunswick, ME covers 72.2 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, I 295, US Route 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.1 miles from York Beach, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.62 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 72.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.4 miles (Railroad Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Ridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (Spur Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from York Beach, ME to Brunswick, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
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