Origin
Biddeford, ME
Night in Biddeford on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Biddeford, ME to Benton, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
97 mi
156 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 97-mile drive from Biddeford, ME to Benton, ME is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes. With 93% of the journey on highways, it's a straightforward trip that's easily manageable as a day trip. Expect a fuel cost of around $16 for this northeast to northeast leg within Maine. The overall feel is one of focused travel, prioritizing getting you to your destination with minimal fuss. Given its short duration, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart when it suits you best.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Biddeford, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 52.5 mi | 1h 1m |
| Maine Turnpike | 38 mi | 41m |
| Neck Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Western Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Newhall Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 52.5 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford, ME and Benton, ME.
1
Start on US 1 Alternate
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto ME 112
162 ft
·
5 sec
·
Beach Street
3
Continue on ME 5; ME 112
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Street
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Portland
5
Merge onto I 95
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Maine Turnpike
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
52 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 295
Exit 44
Toward Downtown Portland
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Maine Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 132
Toward ME 139: Fairfield, Benton
9
Turn right onto ME 139
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
10
Turn right onto Newhall Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Newhall Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto Lawrence Avenue
498 ft
·
15 sec
·
Lawrence Avenue
12
Continue on ME 11; ME 100; ME 139
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
13
Continue on ME 11; ME 100; ME 139
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Neck Road
14
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 100; ME 139
460 ft
·
12 sec
·
Clinton Avenue
15
Turn right onto ME 139
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
Sebasticook Bridge Road
16
Arrive at destination
ME 139
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 97-mile journey, you have the advantage of flexibility with your departure time. The drive is estimated to take under two hours, meaning you won't need to split it. With a fuel cost of roughly $16, it's an economical trip to plan for. Consider starting your drive in the late morning to avoid potential early commuter traffic. Because the majority of the route is on highways, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be further apart on the interstate compared to local roads. Planning a brief stop around the halfway point, perhaps after the longest 52.5-mile stretch on I-295, can help break up the drive.
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 48.5 miles from Biddeford, ME, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.5 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 21 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 57m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Benton, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Biddeford, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Biddeford, ME
This is one driving day of about 97 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Biddeford, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 52.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.5 miles from Biddeford, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 97 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Portland
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: Portland
8
11.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward Downtown Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 44
Toward Downtown Portland
6
93.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward ME 139: Fairfield, Benton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 132
Toward ME 139: Fairfield, Benton
6
94.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
|
Lawrence Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Lawrence Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
4
97 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
|
ME 139 / Sebasticook Bridge Road
Turn right onto ME 139 / Sebasticook Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.62 one way
$31.23 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $17.18 | $34.36 |
| premium | $4.86 | $18.58 | $37.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.42 | $42.83 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.29
Maine Turnpike
(38 mi)
$2.29
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
$16
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Benton, ME
Night in Benton on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Freeport, ME
49 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 56m 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?
Primarily a highway-focused drive, this route spends 93% of its time on major roadways like I-295 and the Maine Turnpike. You'll experience long stretches of smooth, high-speed travel, with the longest uninterrupted segment covering 52.5 miles on I-295. While the focus is on the interstate, you will encounter some local road sections, including Neck Road, offering brief changes in pace. The character remains largely that of a functional commute, designed for swift transit across the landscape.
93% 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: 52.5 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 97 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.4 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.
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 Biddeford, ME to Benton, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
Portland
11.6 mi in
|
~14m
|
via I 295
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 97 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.5 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.29 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.
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: at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 93.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Benton, 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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