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Trip Overview
Traveling from Auburn to Brownville covers 125 miles of Maine landscape, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $20 on fuel for the total distance. Navigating this path involves transitioning through local thoroughfares like Court Street, Main Street, and Canal Street rather than high-speed interstates. It is a straightforward trek for anyone looking to explore the interior of the state. If you enjoy steady, focused driving over long-distance highway cruising, this route provides a reliable way to reach your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62.5 miles from Auburn, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Maine Turnpike
75.5 mi
1h 21m
Dexter Road
11.9 mi
19m
Milo Road
8.6 mi
12m
Dover Road
5.2 mi
9m
Moosehead Trail
4.7 mi
7m
Park Street
3.8 mi
5m
West Main Street
3.4 mi
4m
Lisbon Street
1.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 75.5 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, ME and Brownville, ME.
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Start on US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
40 ft·4 sec·Minot Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi·37 sec·Court Street
3
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.3 mi·27 sec·Main Street
4
Turn sharp right onto ME 196
0.8 mi·1 min·Canal Street
5
Merge onto ME 196
1.5 mi·1 min·Lisbon Street
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
7
Turn straight onto Alfred A Plourde Parkway
0.2 mi·18 sec·Alfred A Plourde Parkway
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
9
Merge onto I 95
19 mi·20 min·Maine Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
56 mi·1 hr 1 min·Maine Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 157Toward ME 11, ME 100: Newport, Dexter
12
Keep slight left at fork
112 ft·6 sec
13
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 100
0.5 mi·1 min·Ox Bow Road
14
Enter roundabout onto ME 7; ME 11
120 ft·2 sec·Moosehead Trail
15
Continue on ME 7; ME 11
4.7 mi·6 min·Moosehead Trail
16
Continue on ME 7; ME 11
1.4 mi·2 min·Newport Road
17
Continue on ME 7; ME 11; ME 43
5.9 mi·8 min·Dexter Road
18
Continue on ME 7
1.2 mi·1 min·Corinna Road
19
Continue on ME 7
1.0 mi·1 min·Spring Street
20
Continue on Church Street
1.0 mi·1 min·Church Street
21
Continue on ME 7
5.2 mi·9 min·Dover Road
22
Continue on ME 7
6.0 mi·10 min·Dexter Road
23
Continue on ME 7
0.7 mi·1 min·South Street
24
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15
0.1 mi·12 sec·East Main Street
25
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16
463 ft·8 sec·North Street
26
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16
1.2 mi·1 min·Summer Street
27
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
8.6 mi·12 min·Milo Road
28
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
3.4 mi·4 min·West Main Street
29
Continue on ME 11
3.8 mi·5 min·Park Street
30
Continue on ME 11
0.6 mi·58 sec·Main Road
31
Turn right onto High Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·High Street
32
Arrive at destination
Church Street
Trip Plan
Since you have one planned stop along the way, use it as a chance to stretch your legs and break up the 2-hour and 40-minute duration. Departing early in the morning is a smart move to ensure you reach Brownville with plenty of daylight to spare. Keep in mind that because you are traveling strictly on local roads, your average speed will be lower than a highway trip, so plan your schedule accordingly. Budgeting $20 for fuel should cover your needs, but always double-check your tank before heading out since local roads can sometimes be further from major service stations. Stay alert for the frequent turns inherent to this route to keep your drive smooth and stress-free.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.5 miles from Auburn, ME, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 28 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.5 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brownville, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Auburn, ME
This is one driving day of about 125 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Auburn, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 75.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 107.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|ME 196 / Canal Street
Turn sharp right onto ME 196 / Canal Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
79.2 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward ME 11, ME 100: Newport, Dexter
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 157
Toward ME 11, ME 100: Newport, Dexter
5
79.5 mi into trip|~1h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
107.1 mi into trip|~2h 13m in|ME 15 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.12 one way
$40.25 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$22.14
$44.28
premium
$4.86
$23.94
$47.87
diesel
$5.61
$27.60
$55.20
Estimated Tolls: $4.53
Maine Turnpike
(75.5 mi)$4.53
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.5
0
$13.13
$6.00
Efficient EV
31.3
0
$10.94
$5.00
EV Truck/SUV
50
0
$17.50
$8.00
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Auburn, ME
Morning
in Auburn on Tuesday
Local time
7:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
N 5 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Brownville, ME
Morning
in Brownville on Tuesday
Local time
7:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Pittsfield, ME
63 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
28 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 40m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
near mile 21.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Since this route features 0% highway travel, you will spend the entire 125 miles navigating smaller roads that prioritize local connectivity over speed. The personality of this drive is defined by frequent adjustments and turns rather than long, monotonous stretches of pavement. You will find that the road demands your full attention, providing a hands-on experience that differs significantly from a typical interstate commute. This is a journey for drivers who prefer the intimacy of local roads and the steady pace of regional transit.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.5 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Dexter Road. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 125 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (ME 196 / Canal Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 79.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Auburn, ME to Brownville, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Dexter along the way.
Lewiston-Auburn is a city in Androscoggin County, in the central Maine region of Maine. The Androscoggin River divides the city into two separate municipalities: the east bank is Lewiston, with a population of about 39,000 (2016), and the west bank is Auburn, with about 23,000 people (2016). They are known locally as the "Twin Cities" or "L–A".
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 125 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.5 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.53 in tolls one way, starting with Maine Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Brownville, ME before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ME can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (ME 196 / Canal Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 79.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brownville, ME before heading back.
