Biddeford to Eastport is 268.1 miles and takes about 5h 36m via I-95 (Maine Turnpike) and I-295, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays entirely within Maine, connecting the southern part of the state to its northeastern tip. With 92% of the route on highways, it's a straightforward trip focused on covering distance efficiently. It's designed for a single day of driving, making it a practical choice if you want to reach your destination without an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
134.1 miles from Biddeford, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 395
90.1 mi
2h 3m
Maine Turnpike
88 mi
1h 35m
I 295
52.5 mi
1h 1m
US Route 1
11.6 mi
17m
County Road
6.5 mi
11m
River Road
6.1 mi
9m
Route 1
3.8 mi
4m
North Street
3.1 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 395
— 90.1 mi, about 2h 3m
Traffic on I-295
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 39 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,557 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,064
Quietest
2 AM
~87 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
29.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford, ME and Eastport, 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 44Toward Downtown PortlandUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
79 mi·1 hr 25 min·Maine Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 182AToward I 395 South, ME 15 South: Bangor, Brewer
9
Merge onto I 395; ME 15
0.7 mi·55 sec·I 395; ME 15
10
Continue on I 395; ME 9; ME 15
89 mi·2 hr 2 min·I 395; ME 9; ME 15
11
Continue on US 1; ME 9
0.2 mi·13 sec·Houlton Road
12
Continue on US 1; ME 9
2.6 mi·2 min·Route 1
13
Continue on US 1; ME 9
1.9 mi·2 min·Baring Street
14
Enter roundabout onto US 1; ME 9
67 ft·0 sec·Baring Street
15
Continue on US 1; ME 9
0.5 mi·45 sec·Baring Street
16
Continue on US 1; ME 9
1.7 mi·2 min·North Street
17
Turn right onto US 1
511 ft·8 sec·Route 1
18
Continue on US 1
1.6 mi·2 min·Main Street
19
Continue on US 1
3.2 mi·4 min·River Road
20
Continue on US 1
1.1 mi·1 min·Route 1
21
Continue on US 1
2.9 mi·4 min·River Road
22
Continue on US 1
12 mi·17 min·US Route 1
23
Turn left onto County Road
6.5 mi·11 min·County Road
24
Turn left onto ME 190
0.4 mi·44 sec·Washington Street
25
Turn left onto High Street
31 ft·1 sec·High Street
26
Arrive at destination
High Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5h 36m drive, consider leaving Biddeford in the morning to maximize daylight. The route is manageable in a single day, so you have flexibility with stops. Keep an eye on fuel, as the longest stretch without exits is 90.1 miles on I-395; it's wise to refuel before reaching that point. Since the majority of the drive is on highways, you can maintain a steady pace, but be mindful of the transition to slower speeds and more local traffic as you get closer to Eastport.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 134.1 miles from Biddeford, ME, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.1 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 59 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.1 miles or 2h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eastport, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Biddeford, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Biddeford, ME
This is one driving day of about 268.1 miles and 5h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Biddeford, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 395 for about 90.1 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 268.1 — 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
143.3 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 395 South, ME 15 South: Bangor, Brewer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 182A
Toward I 395 South, ME 15 South: Bangor, Brewer
4
238.6 mi into trip|~4h 51m in|US 1; ME 9 / Baring Street
Enter roundabout onto US 1; ME 9 / Baring Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
268.1 mi into trip|~5h 36m in|High Street
Turn left onto High Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.39 one way
$94.78 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg94 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$51.91
$103.82
premium
$5.29
$55.83
$111.65
diesel
$5.35
$56.47
$112.94
Estimated Tolls: $5.28
Maine Turnpike
(88 mi)$5.28
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
$47
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
80.4
0
$28.15
$12.87
Efficient EV
67
0
$23.46
$10.72
EV Truck/SUV
107.2
1
$37.53
$17.16
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Biddeford, ME
Afternoon
in Biddeford on Wednesday
Local time
3:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Chance Rain Showers
NE 5 mph67% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Eastport, ME
Afternoon
in Eastport on Wednesday
Local time
3:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Mostly Cloudy
NE 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
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
6 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
5h 36m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 55.5
Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage. At 4 million...
30 mi from route
~74 min detour
$6
near mile 184.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 92% of the 268.1 miles covered on major roads like the Maine Turnpike and I-295. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch of highway driving on I-395, covering 90.1 miles. Expect a mostly rural cruising experience for a significant portion of the trip, with fewer dense urban areas and exits compared to a metropolitan route. The transition to surface roads will occur later in the drive as you approach your destination.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.1 mi on I 395.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 395 and Maine Turnpike. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 36m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 143.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
498 ft28 ft
Total Climb
704 ft
Total Descent
666 ft
Highest Point
498 ft
~191.5 mi in
Elevation Range
470 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 Biddeford, ME to Eastport, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brewer along the way.
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
•Biddeford City Hall — rathaus in Biddeford, United States of America
•Biddeford Main Street Historic District — historic district in Maine, United States
•St. Andre's Parish — historic church in Maine, United States
Eastport a town in the Down East region of Maine on Moose Island at the junction of Cobscook and Passamaquoddy Bays. A causeway on Route 190 connects the island to the mainland.
Top landmarks
•Boynton Street Historic District — park in the United States of America
•Eastport Historic District — historic district in Eastport, Maine
The longest stretch is about 90.1 miles on I 395. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.28 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 — we found about 13 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 143.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument and Acadia National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Eastport, ME before the return drive.
