Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
73.1 mi
118 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Canton, ME
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Spanning 73.1 miles, the drive from Biddeford to Canton is a straightforward journey through Maine that takes approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Maine Turnpike, Auburn Road, and Washington Street, which keeps the flow of traffic consistent. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should cover your needs for this transit. Whether you are heading north for business or personal travel, the path offers a reliable, no-nonsense connection between these two points in the Northeast.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 39.2 mi | 43m |
| Auburn Road | 12.7 mi | 14m |
| Washington Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Turner Road | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Turner Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| Center Street | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Canton Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| North Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford, ME and Canton, ME.
Start on US 1 Alternate
Turn left onto ME 112
Continue on ME 5; ME 112
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
At end of road, turn left onto US 202; ME 4
Merge onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
Continue on ME 4
Merge onto ME 4
Continue on ME 4
Continue on ME 4
Continue on ME 4
Turn left onto ME 108
Continue on Turner Road
Continue on ME 108
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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.
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 36.6 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 47.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Portland
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto ME 4 / Center Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$12.92 one way
$25.84 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $14.15 | $28.31 |
| premium | $5.29 | $15.22 | $30.44 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $15.40 | $30.79 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.36
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$2
Total
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.68 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.40 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.23 | $4.68 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Biddeford on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Canton on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Partly Cloudy
74°F
Auburn, ME
37 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This mixed-profile drive transitions from major highway travel to local road navigation. You will spend roughly 54% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 39.2 miles along the Maine Turnpike. Once you exit the turnpike, the character of the drive shifts as you merge onto Auburn Road and Washington Street. Expect a blend of high-speed cruising and slower-paced local driving as you head toward Canton. The contrast between the open turnpike and the smaller roads keeps the journey engaging without becoming overly strenuous for the driver.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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.
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 73.1 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 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
597 ft
Total Descent
269 ft
Highest Point
427 ft
~67.9 mi in
Elevation Range
369 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Biddeford, ME to Canton, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
Augusta
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
Biddeford, ME
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteCafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Lewiston, ME
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Fr 07:30-16:00
Visit websiteCafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Cuisine: sandwich
Visit websiteCafe
Early in the drive, short detour
Cafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Turner, ME
Visit websiteCafe
Early in the drive, short detour
Portland, ME
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteFast_food
Early in the drive, right off the route
Westbrook, ME
Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop
Hours: 04:30-19:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Early in the drive, right off the route
Westbrook, ME
Cuisine: tex-mex
Hours: Mo-Th 10:00-23:00; Fr,Sa 10:00-24:00; Su...
Visit websiteRestaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
Auburn, ME
Cuisine: chinese
Restaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
Auburn, ME
Cuisine: asian
Restaurant
Early in the drive, right off the route
Cuisine: american
Restaurant
Later in the drive, short detour
Park
Near the end, right off the route
Park
Near the end, right off the route
Park
Later in the drive, right off the route
Viewpoint
Early in the drive, right off the route
Viewpoint
Around the midpoint, short detour
Park
Later in the drive, ~9 min detour
Yes
Near the start, right off the route
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
ME
Visit websiteMemorial
Near the start, right off the route
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
ME
Museum
Later in the drive, short detour
Lewiston, ME
Hours: Mo-Sa 10:00-17:00
Visit websiteMuseum
Later in the drive, short detour
ME
Visit websiteGuest_house
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Auburn, ME
Hotel
Near the start, short detour
Caravan_site
Near the start, short detour
Old Orchard Beach
Visit websitePoints of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Founded 1616
Biddeford is a city located in southern Maine. It was once a booming town full of textile mills, the service and manufacturing industries are the major city employers. Approximately 33% of the population speaks French, due to the influx of French-Canadian immigrants to the city's mills in the 18th and early 19th centuries.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 73.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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