Augusta, ME Road Trips
Augusta, ME serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 4 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 57 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Augusta, ME head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
1027.5 mi
Cincinnati, OH
Quickest Drive
28m
Winslow, ME
Plan Around Augusta, ME
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Augusta, ME is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Augusta, ME
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Augusta, ME
Driving from Augusta, ME
Expect an average of 57 miles and about 1h 8m behind the wheel when leaving Augusta, ME. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 101 miles (2h 7m), while the shortest is just 31 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Augusta, ME include Berwick, ME (101.3 mi, 2h 7m), Gray, ME (48.8 mi, 56m), Yarmouth, ME (45.3 mi, 53m), and Auburn, ME (31.2 mi, 38m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 57-mile drive from Augusta, ME, expect to burn about 2.2 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Augusta, ME and 2 routes heading into Augusta, ME, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 31 to 101 miles.
The longest mapped route from Augusta, ME covers 101 miles and takes approximately 2h 7m. Shorter options start at just 31 miles.
The average route from Augusta, ME runs about 57 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 8m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Augusta, ME include Berwick, ME, Gray, ME, Yarmouth, ME and Auburn, ME. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Augusta, ME by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
18,999
Median Income
$48,756
Median Home Value
$188,900
Median Age
44.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Augusta, ME at a Glance
Founded
1628
Elevation
66 ft
Area
58 mi²
Notable People from Augusta, ME
A sampling of people born in Augusta, ME.
Rachel Nichols
1980
American actress and model (born. 1980)
Olympia Snowe
1947
American politician; U.S. Senator for Maine
Richard Dysart
1929–2015
American actor (1929–2015)
Melville Fuller
1833–1910
chief justice of the United States from 1888 to 1910
Judith Tarr
1955
American fantasy writer, historian
Julia Clukey
1985
American luger
Samuel Cony
1811–1870
American politician (1811-1870)
John F. Potter
1817–1899
American politician (1817-1899)
Peleg Sprague
1793–1880
United States federal judge (1793-1880)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Augusta, ME.
Maine State House
state capitol building of the U.S. state of Maine
Fort Western
fort in Augusta, Maine
The Blaine House
Official residence of the Governor of Maine
Old Post Office
heritage building in Augusta, Maine, USA
South Parish Congregational Church and Parish House
church building in Augusta, United States of America
St. Mary's Church
church building in Augusta, United States of America
Old Cony High School
high school in Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine
City data from Wikidata (Q28206), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Augusta, ME
Augusta is the capital of Maine, but at 19,000 (2020), it is one of the least populous state capitals in the United States. Top attractions include the historic Old Fort Western (the oldest surviving wooden fort in New England (built 1754)), tours of the Maine State House, the Maine State Museum, and outdoor recreation at Viles Arboretum or the Kennebec River Rail Trail.
1 State Capitol Building, State St, ☏ +1 207 287-2301. The west entrance is open to the public M-F, 8AM-5PM. Free guided tours are offered M-F 9AM-1PM. Free. 2 Maine State Museum, 83 Maine 27 (Across parking lot from the State Capitol Building), ☏ +1 207 287-2301. Tu-F 9AM-5PM, Sa 10AM-4PM, closed Su M and state holidays. Exhibits focus on Maine-specific natural history; prehistory and archaeology; natural resources and agricultural and industrial history; working people and manufacturing; and identity. Of particular interest is the reassembled two-story woodworking mill. Entrance $2, $1 for children aged 6-18 and senior citizens aged 62 and over, free for children under 6. 3 Old Fort Western, 16 Cony St, ☏ +1 207 626-2385. Jul-Aug: daily 10AM-4PM, Sep-Oct: F-M 10AM-4PM. Built in 1754, this is the oldest surviving wooden fort in North America (the main house is original). It is a National Historic Landmark. Near the rebuilt stockade overlooking the Kennebec River is a 1912 marker recording the September 1775 departure from the fort of an expedition under Benedict Arnold for the capture of Quebec. $10/adult, $8/concession, $6/child, $25/family. (updated Aug 2019) 4 Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St, ☏ +1 207 626-2415. (updated Mar 2025) 5 Blaine House, 192 State St, [email protected]. Official residence of Maine's Governors since 1919. Tours of the first floor offered by appointment. (updated Mar 2025)
1 Viles Arboretum, 153 Hospital St., ☏ +1 207 626-7989. Daily dawn to dusk. Office staffed M-F 8AM-4:30PM. Free. (updated Jan 2018) 2 The Colonial Theater, 139 Water St. Historic movie theater which is listed on the national register of historic building. The current building dates back to 1926. After being abandoned for a long time, the theater now once again hosts shows and events. (updated Sep 2022)
There are a number of restaurants and bars located along the historic Water St. 1 Riverfront Barbeque & Grill, 300 Water St, ☏ +1 207 622-8899. 2 Lisa's Restaurant and Lounge, 15 Bangor St, ☏ +1 207 621-0599. Good food, great drinks, American food with Mexican items too! Prime rib, rib eyes, etc.
1 Quality Inn, 65 Whitten Rd, ☏ +1 207 622-3776, fax: +1 207 622-3778. 2 Senator Inn and Spa, 284 Western Avenue @ Turnpike 95, ☏ +1 207 622-5804, toll-free: +1-877-772-2224, fax: +1 207 622-8803. 3 Best Western Plus Civic Center Inn, 110 Community Dr, ☏ +1 207 622-4751. 4 Days Inn by Wyndham Augusta, 18 Edison Dr, ☏ +1 207 579-1839, fax: +1 207 622-1048. 5 Comfort Inn Civic Center, 281 Civic Center Dr, ☏ +1 207 623-1000.
1 Augusta State Airport (AUG IATA), 75 Airport Rd (Located about 1/2 mile west/northwest out Western Ave (US-202/ME-17/ME-100/ME-1) from roundabout/rotary nearest the State Capitol), ☏ +1 207 626-2306. Small regional airport with regular Cape Air flights to Boston's Logan International Airport. Maine Instrument Flight, toll-free: +1-888-643-3597. Air charter and private aircraft, 123.00 MHz From Portland: take US Interstate I-295 North toward Falmouth; this becomes I-95 North; follow signs for Augusta. Exit at Augusta/Western Ave, and turn right, east, into Augusta; trip is under 60 miles, about one hour total in reasonable traffic. From Bangor: Take I-95 South to Augusta/Western Ave, and turn left, east, into Augusta; trip is about 80 miles, a bit under 1 1/2 hours in reasonable traffic. From Belfast: Take Maine State Route 3 South (really west/southwest); trip is about 47 miles, or about one hour in reasonable traffic. Concord Coach Lines. Service from Boston, Portland, and Bangor. Greyhound
Travel tips adapted from Augusta (Maine) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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