Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
48.6 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
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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Mechanic Falls, ME
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Biddeford, ME to Mechanic Falls, ME is 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 6m via Maine Turnpike and Maine Street, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily within Maine. It offers a straightforward drive, transitioning from highway cruising to more local roads as you approach your destination. Given its manageable length, this route is ideal for a day trip or as a quick leg of a larger New England adventure. You'll find it a practical option if you're looking for a direct connection between these two points.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 27.3 mi | 30m |
| Maine Street | 10.5 mi | 16m |
| Shaker Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| North Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Maine Wildlife Park Way | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Gray Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford, ME and Mechanic Falls, 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
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 26
Turn right onto ME 26
Continue on ME 26
Continue on ME 26
Turn right onto ME 11
Keep slight left at fork onto ME 11
Turn right onto Water Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.3 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 48.5 — 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
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Gray, New Gloucester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 26 / West Gray Road
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto ME 11 / Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$7.63 one way
$15.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $8.56 | $17.13 |
| premium | $4.81 | $9.21 | $18.41 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $9.18 | $18.35 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.64
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$2
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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 Sunday
Local time
12:38 PM
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
Afternoon in Mechanic Falls on Sunday
Local time
12:38 PM
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
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.
About 56% of this 48.6-mile drive takes place on highways, including a stretch of 27.3 miles on the Maine Turnpike. After leaving the Maine Turnpike, you'll transition to surface roads like Maine Street and Shaker Road. Expect a mix of faster-paced highway driving and more typical surface street conditions as you get closer to Mechanic Falls. The change from highway to surface roads is noticeable and occurs roughly halfway through your drive.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 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 48.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 30.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
646 ft
Total Descent
437 ft
Highest Point
532 ft
~38.2 mi in
Elevation Range
470 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Biddeford, ME and Mechanic Falls, ME, road signs point toward Augusta and New Gloucester.
Augusta
New Gloucester
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 1893
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 48.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). 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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