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South Portland Gardens, ME
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
This 83.8-mile drive from Benton, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 41 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. The route is primarily highway-focused, with a highway share of 95%, making it a quick and efficient journey through the Northeast region of Maine. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this trip is quite budget-friendly. You'll experience a consistent pace for the majority of the drive, allowing you to reach your destination without significant detours or lengthy stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.9 miles from Benton, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 295
50.2 mi
58m
I 95
29.1 mi
31m
Neck Road
1.7 mi
3m
Western Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Bridge Street
0.4 mi
1m
Westbrook Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Devereaux Circle
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 50.2 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton, ME and South Portland Gardens, ME.
1
Start on ME 139
64 ft·6 sec·Sebasticook Bridge Road
2
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 100; ME 139
299 ft·7 sec·Clinton Avenue
3
Turn slight right onto ME 11; ME 100; ME 139
1.7 mi·3 min·Neck Road
4
Continue on ME 11; ME 100; ME 139
0.4 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
5
Turn right onto US 201; ME 139
0.2 mi·44 sec·Main Street
6
Turn left onto ME 139
1.1 mi·2 min·Western Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
8
Merge onto I 95
29 mi·31 min·I 95
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
50 mi·58 min·I 295
Exit 103Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, BrunswickUse the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 3Toward ME 9: Jetport
11
Keep slight right at fork
489 ft·15 sec
Exit 3Toward ME 9: Jetport
12
Turn straight onto ME 9
0.1 mi·21 sec·Westbrook Street
13
Turn slight right
224 ft·8 sec
14
Turn straight onto Westbrook Street
0.1 mi·20 sec·Westbrook Street
15
Turn left onto Devereaux Circle
0.2 mi·50 sec·Devereaux Circle
16
Arrive at destination
Devereaux Circle
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 41 minutes for this 83.8-mile route, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Benton, ME in the morning will get you to South Portland Gardens with plenty of the day remaining. Since the drive is predominantly on I-295 and I-95, keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you approach the South Portland area. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, filling up before you leave Benton is a good idea. There are no designated stops recommended in the data, so you can decide on the fly if you need a break during the 50.2-mile longest stretch on I-295.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.9 miles from Benton, ME, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.2 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.9 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Portland Gardens, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Benton, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Benton, ME
This is one driving day of about 83.8 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Benton, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 50.2 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83.5 — 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|ME 11; ME 100; ME 139 / Clinton Avenue
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 100; ME 139 / Clinton Avenue
Navigation decision point
9
32.8 mi into trip|~40m in|I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Bru...
5
82.9 mi into trip|~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward ME 9: Jetport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 3
Toward ME 9: Jetport
7
83.1 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward ME 9: Jetport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 3
Toward ME 9: Jetport
4
83.5 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|Devereaux Circle
Turn left onto Devereaux Circle
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.49 one way
$26.98 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$14.84
$29.69
premium
$4.86
$16.05
$32.09
diesel
$5.61
$18.50
$37.00
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
22 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Augusta Comfort Inn Civic Center - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.1
0
$8.80
$4.02
Efficient EV
21
0
$7.33
$3.35
EV Truck/SUV
33.5
0
$11.73
$5.36
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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 15, 2026
Origin
Benton, ME
Late night
in Benton on Sunday
Local time
12:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
South Portland Gardens, ME
Late night
in South Portland Gardens on Sunday
Local time
12:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Brunswick, ME
42 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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 41m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for this 83.8-mile journey, with 95% of the drive taking place on major interstates. The bulk of your travel will be on I-295, including a substantial stretch of 50.2 miles without needing to exit. This means you'll be maintaining highway speeds for most of the trip, with minimal time spent on local roads like Neck Road. The character of the drive is consistent, offering an uninterrupted flow rather than a winding, scenic exploration. It's designed for efficiency, allowing you to cover ground quickly.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.2 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and I 95. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 11; ME 100; ME 139 / Clinton Avenue.
Driving Effort5/10
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 83.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 (ME 11; ME 100; ME 139 / Clinton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.8 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
257 ft20 ft
Total Climb
328 ft
Total Descent
372 ft
Highest Point
257 ft
~18 mi in
Elevation Range
237 ft
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 Benton, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Brunswick
32.8 mi in|~40m|via I 295
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 83.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.2 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 (ME 11; ME 100; ME 139 / Clinton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.8 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Portland Gardens, ME before heading back.
