Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
66 mi
106 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
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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Leeds, ME
Ollie Craig
Biddeford to Leeds is 66 miles and takes about 1 hour 22 minutes via Maine Turnpike and Route 202, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maine, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its short duration and mostly highway profile, this route is ideal for a quick, straightforward transit between destinations. You'll spend the majority of your time on the interstate before transitioning to more local roads. Plan for a simple, efficient drive with minimal complications.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 39.2 mi | 43m |
| Route 202 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| State Route 106 | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Washington Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| North Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| US Route 202 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Minot Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford, ME and Leeds, 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
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Turn left onto ME 106
Turn left onto Church Hill Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33 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 47.2 — 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
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$10.36 one way
$20.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $11.63 | $23.26 |
| premium | $4.81 | $12.50 | $25.01 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $12.46 | $24.92 |
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
$10
Tolls
$2
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Morning in Biddeford on Sunday
Local time
11:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 11 at 9:29PM EDT until July 12 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Destination
Morning in Leeds on Sunday
Local time
11:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 11 at 9:29PM EDT until July 12 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
59°F
Auburn, ME
33 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
Expect about 80% of this 66-mile drive to be on highway. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 39.2 miles on the Maine Turnpike, which means plenty of exits and highway cruising. After that, you'll transition onto Route 202 and then State Route 106, indicating a shift to surface roads with potentially more varied traffic patterns. The initial highway segment is designed for speed and direct travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Route 202. You will hit about 11 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 66 miles you will encounter 11 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
658 ft
Total Descent
419 ft
Highest Point
349 ft
~61.2 mi in
Elevation Range
298 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Biddeford, ME to Leeds, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
Augusta
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
Founded 1801
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 66 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). 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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