Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
55.9 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brunswick, ME
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Kennebunkport, ME
Richard Harris
Brunswick to Kennebunkport is 55.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 14 minutes via I 295 and Maine Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically Maine, making it a straightforward drive. With 81% of the route on the highway, expect a quick and efficient transit between these two points. This is a great option if you're looking for a short, easy drive to connect two popular Maine destinations without a significant time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 27.8 mi | 34m |
| Maine Turnpike | 17.4 mi | 18m |
| Summer Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Fletcher Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Port Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Pleasant Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Cumberland Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Western Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
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
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Brunswick, ME and Kennebunkport, ME.
Start on Pleasant Street
Turn left onto ME 24 Business
Turn left onto Cumberland Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 1
Turn right onto US 1
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on this road
At end of road, turn left onto ME 35
Turn left onto ME 35
Enter roundabout onto ME 35
Continue on ME 35
Turn left onto US 1; ME 9A; ME 35
Turn slight right onto ME 9A; ME 35
Continue on ME 9A; ME 35
Turn left onto ME 9
Continue on Dock Square
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Brunswick, 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 2.6 and 49.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward ME 35: Kennebunk, Kennebunkport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward ME 35: Kennebunk, Kennebunkport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto ME 35 / Alewive Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.77 one way
$17.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $9.85 | $19.70 |
| premium | $4.81 | $10.59 | $21.18 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $10.55 | $21.11 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.83 | $3.58 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Late night in Brunswick on Sunday
Local time
5:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Kennebunkport on Sunday
Local time
5:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Partly Cloudy
73°F
Portland, ME
28 mi in
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 drive is mostly highway, with 81% of the 55.9 miles covered on high-speed roads like I 295 and the Maine Turnpike. You'll encounter your longest stretch without exiting for about 27.8 miles on I 295. After the highway portion, you'll transition to surface streets like Summer Street for the final segment. Be prepared for a fairly continuous cruising experience for most of the trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.9 miles you will encounter 17 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
199 ft
Total Descent
249 ft
Highest Point
155 ft
~4 mi in
Elevation Range
139 ft
Founded 1628
Pay a visit to picturesque Brunswick, Maine, and you'll discover something special, something greater than the sum of its parts. It's a classic New England charmer to be sure. Surrounded by pine forests and nestled into a crook of the Androscoggin River, natural beauty is in no short supply. History buffs will appreciate Bowdoin College and her several museums of note; while literature mavens will recognize Brunswick as the setting where Harriet Beecher Stowe penned Uncle Tom's Cabin, a 19th century clarion call for America's abolitionist movement. Today, several talented chefs have chosen to call this town of 22,000 (2020) home. They've taken the areas already burgeoning food scene and iterated on it, serving up some truly extraordinary cuisine. When you combine the gastronomic offerings, retail options, and a proximity to nature—well, it just adds up to package that's hard to beat.
Top landmarks
Kennebunkport is a coastal town in southern Maine. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state. It is known for its shopping, atmosphere, and for providing access to Maine breaches. The Bush family, including two United States presidents, often visit their compound on nearby Walker's Point.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 55.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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