Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
40m
Distance
22.8 mi
37 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
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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East Limington, ME
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Biddeford, ME to East Limington, ME is 22.8 miles and takes about 40m via River Road, Buxton Road, and Saco Road, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Maine, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a local, turn-heavy drive that doesn't involve any highway time. It's a straightforward journey perfect for a quick hop between towns.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| River Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Buxton Road | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Saco Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Beech Plains Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| North Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Ossipee Trail West | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Long Plains Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Parker Farm Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford, ME and East Limington, ME.
Start on US 1 Alternate
Turn left onto ME 112
Continue on ME 5; ME 112
Continue on ME 112
Continue on Beech Plains Road
Continue on River Road
Continue on Parker Farm Road
Turn left onto Long Plains Road
Continue on Saco Road
Enter roundabout onto ME 25
Continue on ME 25
Turn right
Arrive at destination
4 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 22.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto ME 112 / Beach Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Long Plains Road
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.67 one way
$7.34 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| premium | $4.86 | $4.37 | $8.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.03 | $10.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Night in Biddeford on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Areas Of Fog
Destination
Night in East Limington on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
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 route is characterized by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, with 0% highway share. You'll navigate a series of local roads, including River Road, Buxton Road, and Saco Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.8 miles on River Road. Be prepared for frequent turns and changes in direction as you make your way through the local landscape.
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 around 0.9 miles in near ME 112 / Beach Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Biddeford, ME to East Limington, ME is easy. At 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (ME 112 / Beach Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles (Long Plains Road): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 22.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m 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.
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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