South Portland, ME Road Trips
South Portland, ME serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 19 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 136 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from South Portland, ME head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
23
Longest Drive
303 mi
Caribou, ME
Quickest Drive
51m
Lisbon, ME
Plan Around South Portland, ME
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if South Portland, ME is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From South Portland, ME
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from South Portland, ME
South Portland, ME to Caribou, ME
South Portland, ME to Washburn, ME
South Portland, ME to Easton, ME
South Portland, ME to Hodgdon, ME
South Portland, ME to Houlton, ME
South Portland, ME to Calais, ME
South Portland, ME to Machias, ME
South Portland, ME to Searsport, ME
South Portland, ME to New Sharon, ME
South Portland, ME to Camden, ME
South Portland, ME to Rockport, ME
South Portland, ME to Winslow, ME
South Portland, ME to Nobleboro, ME
South Portland, ME to Buckfield, ME
South Portland, ME to Randolph, ME
South Portland, ME to Hebron, ME
South Portland, ME to Bolsters Mills, ME
South Portland, ME to Cornish, ME
Driving from South Portland, ME
The typical drive from South Portland, ME covers about 136 miles and takes around 2h 47m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 303 miles (5h 54m), while the shortest is just 34 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from South Portland, ME include Caribou, ME (303 mi, 5h 52m), Washburn, ME (302.2 mi, 5h 54m), Easton, ME (286.5 mi, 5h 26m), Hodgdon, ME (255.3 mi, 4h 37m), and Houlton, ME (249.9 mi, 4h 29m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 136-mile drive from South Portland, ME, expect to burn about 5.4 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 19 mapped routes leaving South Portland, ME and 4 routes heading into South Portland, ME, covering 23 total connections. Distances range from 34 to 303 miles.
The longest mapped route from South Portland, ME covers 303 miles and takes approximately 5h 54m. Shorter options start at just 34 miles.
The average route from South Portland, ME runs about 136 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 47m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from South Portland, ME include Caribou, ME, Washburn, ME, Easton, ME and Hodgdon, ME. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
South Portland, ME by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
26,780
Median Income
$84,563
Median Home Value
$405,800
Median Age
40.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Notable People from South Portland, ME
A sampling of people born in South Portland, ME.
Amy Allen
1992
American songwriter, record producer, and singer
Peter Buck
1930–2021
American restaurateur (1930–2021)
James C. Oliver
1895–1986
American politician (1895–1986)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in South Portland, ME.
Spring Point Ledge Light
lighthouse in South Portland, Maine, United States of America
State Reform School Historic District
campus in South Portland, Maine, United States
City data from Wikidata (Q1000166), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to South Portland, ME
South Portland is a city in Maine.
1 Spring Point. Coastal area which is home to the old Fort Preble, Spring Point Ledge Light, Portland Harbor Museum and Southern Maine Community College. There is a breakwater extending out into the harbor which is great to fish off of. 2 Spring Point Lighthouse, ☏ +1 207-699-2676, toll-free: +1-866-570-5703, [email protected]. (updated Jun 2021) 3 Bug Light Park. 4 Bug Light. Lighthouse across the Fore River offers unparalleled views of the Portland skyline and Casco Bay. 5 Willard Beach. Right across the bridge. The nearest Portland is not known for its beaches, despite plenty of oceanfront.
1 Municipal Golf Course, 155 Wescott Rd, ☏ +1 207-775-0005.
1 Saltwater Grille, 231 Front St, ☏ +1 207-799-5400. noon-9PM, daily. Seafood restaurant with marina views. (updated May 2021)
1 The Send Brewing, 15 Ocean St, ☏ +1 207-274-6010. A Japanese-themed brewery.
1 Maine Motel, 606 Main St, ☏ +1 207 774-8284, fax: +1 207 615 0456. 2 Budget Inn, 634 Main St, ☏ +1 207 773-5722.
1 Portland International Jetport (PWM IATA), 1001 Westbrook Street, ☏ +1 207 874-8877, [email protected]. Buses arrive from Portland.
There are several bus routes that go around South Portland.
Travel tips adapted from South Portland 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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