Biddeford, ME Road Trips
Sitting in the Northeast, Biddeford, ME is a local road trip base with 38 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 127 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Biddeford, ME spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
38
Longest Drive
342.6 mi
Frenchville, ME
Quickest Drive
33m
Tatnic, ME
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Biddeford, ME
Biddeford, ME to Frenchville, ME
Biddeford, ME to Caribou, ME
Biddeford, ME to Eastport, ME
Biddeford, ME to Houlton, ME
Biddeford, ME to Calais, ME
Biddeford, ME to Jonesport, ME
Biddeford, ME to Steuben, ME
Biddeford, ME to Bar Harbor, ME
Biddeford, ME to Sullivan, ME
Biddeford, ME to Hancock, ME
Biddeford, ME to Holden, ME
Biddeford, ME to Bradford, ME
Biddeford, ME to Garland, ME
Biddeford, ME to Northport, ME
Biddeford, ME to Solon, ME
Biddeford, ME to Searsmont, ME
Biddeford, ME to Lincolnville, ME
Biddeford, ME to Strong, ME
Driving from Biddeford, ME
On average, trips departing from Biddeford, ME run 127 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 39m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 343 miles (7h 6m), while the shortest is just 22 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Biddeford, ME most often head toward Frenchville, ME (342.6 mi, 7h 6m), Caribou, ME (316.8 mi, 6h 9m), Eastport, ME (268.1 mi, 5h 36m), Houlton, ME (263.8 mi, 4h 45m), and Calais, ME (240.8 mi, 4h 55m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 127-mile drive from Biddeford, ME, expect to burn about 5 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 38 mapped routes leaving Biddeford, ME and 0 routes heading into Biddeford, ME, covering 38 total connections. Distances range from 22 to 343 miles.
The longest mapped route from Biddeford, ME covers 343 miles and takes approximately 7h 6m. Shorter options start at just 22 miles.
The average route from Biddeford, ME runs about 127 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 39m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Biddeford, ME include Frenchville, ME, Caribou, ME, Eastport, ME and Houlton, ME. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Biddeford, ME by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
22,463
Median Income
$69,794
Median Home Value
$349,300
Median Age
36.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Biddeford, ME at a Glance
Founded
1616
Elevation
69 ft
Area
59 mi²
Notable People from Biddeford, ME
A sampling of people born in Biddeford, ME.
Lisa Hanna
1975
Jamaican politician and beauty queen, Miss World 1993 winner
Joan Wasser
1970
American musician
Brian Dumoulin
1991
American ice hockey player
Linda Kasabian
1949–2023
American woman known for being a member of the Manson Family
Amos Whitney
1832–1920
American businessman (1832–1920)
Carlos Baker
1909–1987
American writer and academic
Nick Curran
1977–2012
American musician (1977-2012)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Biddeford, ME.
Biddeford City Hall
rathaus in Biddeford, United States of America
Biddeford Main Street Historic District
historic district in Maine, United States
St. Andre's Parish
historic church in Maine, United States
City data from Wikidata (Q856938), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Biddeford, ME
Biddeford is a city located in southern Maine. It was once a booming town full of textile mills, the service and manufacturing industries are the major city employers. Approximately 33% of the population speaks French, due to the influx of French-Canadian immigrants to the city's mills in the 18th and early 19th centuries.
La Kermesse. An annual Franco-American heritage festival that celebrates the prominent role Franco-Americans have played in the history of the city and the state.
1 East Point Sanctuary, 99 L.B. Orcutt Blvd (Parking lot entrance is unmarked). sun up to sun down. Situated at the very end of Biddeford Pool (Fletcher Neck) among private residences and a private golf course, East Point Audubon Sanctuary contains a short but spectacular trail along the perimeter of the point, offering rare public access to this stretch of the Maine Coast. Free. (updated Jul 2020) 2 Timber Point Island & Trail (Timber Point), 140 Granite Point Rd (From US 1 North, take West St. toward Fortune Rocks. At the T, hang a left before taking your first right on Granite Point Rd.). The trail is located on the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge and is a scenic 1.4 mile loop located in Biddeford Pool that takes visitors through forests and meadows to the Atlantic Ocean. Free. (updated Jul 2020)
Alex Pizza, 93 Alfred Rd. Great personal sized pizzas. A "must eat" if ever in town. George's Italian Sandwich Shop, 37 Franklin St. Best Italian subs in Maine. Mulligan's, 23 Lincoln St, ☏ +1 207-284-9283. Haddock, meatloaf, other entrees on an economical scale.
Like many places, in Biddeford you can walk around. It is also quite nice to walk along the coast and see the ocean. There are roads connecting places. In Biddeford you can purchase a bike or bring one from home and ride around the area, and see the beautiful scenery that biddeford has to offer. In Biddeford there is a local shuttlebus service the Biddeford Saco Old Orchid Beach Transfer also known as BSOOBT.
Travel tips adapted from Biddeford 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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