South Portland, ME Road Trips
South Portland, ME serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 6 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 263 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from South Portland, ME head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
303 mi
Caribou, ME
Quickest Drive
4h 25m
Machias, 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
Driving from South Portland, ME
The typical drive from South Portland, ME covers about 263 miles and takes around 5h 9m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 303 miles (5h 54m), while the shortest is just 203 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 Calais, ME (226.9 mi, 4h 38m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 263-mile drive from South Portland, ME, expect to burn about 10.4 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. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving South Portland, ME and 2 routes heading into South Portland, ME, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 203 to 303 miles.
The longest mapped route from South Portland, ME covers 303 miles and takes approximately 5h 54m. Shorter options start at just 203 miles.
The average route from South Portland, ME runs about 263 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 9m. 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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