Origin
Biddeford, ME
Late night in Biddeford on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Biddeford, ME to Arundel, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
9.3 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Biddeford, ME
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Arundel, ME
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Trip Overview
This short 9.3-mile drive from Biddeford to Arundel in Maine is perfect for a quick excursion, taking only about 16 minutes. With a minimal fuel cost of around $2, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily uses local roads like Log Cabin Road, Portland Road, and Elm Street, offering a true taste of the local landscape without any highway driving. Since it's so brief, you can easily fit this into any itinerary or enjoy it as a standalone half-day adventure. The entire journey stays within the Northeast region, specifically within Maine, making for a straightforward and familiar drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Log Cabin Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Portland Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Elm Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| Alfred Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Log Cabin Road
— 3.5 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford, ME and Arundel, ME.
1
Start on US 1 Alternate
40 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto ME 9
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Alfred Street
3
Turn left onto US 1; ME 111
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Elm Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 1
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Portland Road
5
Turn left onto Log Cabin Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Log Cabin Road
Use the left lane.
6
Arrive at destination
Log Cabin Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 5.8 — 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 9 / Alfred Street
Turn right onto ME 9 / Alfred Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 1; ME 111 / Elm Street
Turn left onto US 1; ME 111 / Elm Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Log Cabin Road
Turn left onto Log Cabin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.50 one way
$2.99 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.65 | $3.29 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.78 | $3.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Arundel, ME
Late night in Arundel on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
16m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this entire 9.3-mile trip, with zero highway miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.5 miles on Log Cabin Road, so you'll be making frequent adjustments. This route is characterized by its local road feel, meaning you'll likely navigate through residential areas and smaller commercial zones. The road personality remains consistent throughout, emphasizing local navigation rather than open-road cruising. It's less about speed and more about following the twists and turns of everyday Maine roads.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.5 mi on Log Cabin Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 9 / Alfred Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Biddeford, ME to Arundel, ME is easy. At 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 9 / Alfred Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 1; ME 111 / Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles (Log Cabin Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 9.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.5 miles on Log Cabin Road. 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 9 / Alfred Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 1; ME 111 / Elm Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles (Log Cabin Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arundel, ME before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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