Biddeford, ME to Readfield, ME is 73.6 miles and takes about 1h 30m via Maine Turnpike and Route 202, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Maine, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that should feel familiar to anyone who has navigated similar routes in the area. Consider this an easy one-day excursion, perfect for a quick transition between two points within the state without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.8 miles from Biddeford, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 43m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Maine Turnpike
39.2 mi
43m
Route 202
6.6 mi
7m
US 202
6.4 mi
7m
Main Street
5.7 mi
7m
Washington Street
4.2 mi
6m
Winthrop Road
3.1 mi
5m
Readfield Road
1.6 mi
2m
US Route 202
1.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 39.2 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford, ME and Readfield, 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 left at fork onto I 95
22 mi·25 min·Maine Turnpike
Toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
8.1 mi·8 min·Maine Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 202; ME 4
4.2 mi·6 min·Washington Street
10
Merge onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.5 mi·40 sec·Minot Avenue
11
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi·37 sec·Court Street
12
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.9 mi·5 min·Main Street
13
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
3.8 mi·4 min·Route 202
14
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.6 mi·42 sec·US Route 202
15
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.7 mi·3 min·Route 202
16
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.9 mi·1 min·US Route 202
17
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
6.4 mi·7 min·US 202; ME 11; ME 100
18
Turn slight right onto ME 41; ME 133
0.7 mi·1 min·Route 133
19
Continue on ME 41; ME 133
0.3 mi·25 sec·Lake Street
20
Continue on ME 41; ME 133
0.8 mi·1 min·Route 133
21
Continue on ME 41
1.6 mi·2 min·Readfield Road
22
Continue on ME 41
3.1 mi·5 min·Winthrop Road
23
Arrive at destination
ME 41
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 30m duration, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can leave any time of day and still complete it comfortably before dark. Plan for one fuel stop if needed, though with a $12 fuel cost, your vehicle likely gets good mileage. The longest stretch without a major road change is on the Maine Turnpike, so be prepared for that sustained highway driving. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point if you feel like stretching your legs, even though no specific stops are noted on this route.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.8 miles from Biddeford, ME, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.2 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 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Readfield, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Biddeford, ME
This is one driving day of about 73.6 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Biddeford, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 39.2 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 9
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.
4
2.3 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Portland
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: Portland
6
11.6 mi into trip|~14m in|I 95 / Maine Turnpike
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
Toward I 95 North: Lewiston, Augusta
4
34 mi into trip|~40m in|I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
42.1 mi into trip|~48m in
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
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
4
47.2 mi into trip|~56m in|US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 100 / Court Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.85 one way
$23.70 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.04
$26.07
premium
$4.86
$14.09
$28.19
diesel
$5.61
$16.25
$32.50
Estimated Tolls: $2.36
Maine Turnpike
(39.2 mi)$2.36
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
$12
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.1
0
$7.73
$3.53
Efficient EV
18.4
0
$6.44
$2.94
EV Truck/SUV
29.4
0
$10.30
$4.71
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Biddeford, ME
Night
in Biddeford on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Readfield, ME
Night
in Readfield on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Auburn, ME
37 mi in
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
18 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
1h 30m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 75% of it on faster roads. You'll experience the Maine Turnpike for a significant portion, including a longest stretch of 39.2 miles. After that, the route transitions to Route 202 and US 202, offering a different driving experience. Expect a mix of efficient highway travel and more local road segments as you get closer to your destination.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.2 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Route 202. 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.
Driving Effort6/10
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 73.6 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 34 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Readfield, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Augusta along the way.
Augusta
11.6 mi in|~14m|via I 95
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 73.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.2 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.36 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Readfield, ME before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 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.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Readfield, ME before heading back.
