Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
12.2 mi
20 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
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West Scarborough, ME
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If you are looking for a quick excursion in coastal Maine, this 12.2-mile journey from Cape Elizabeth to West Scarborough is an efficient way to navigate the Northeast. Expect the drive to take roughly 28 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize Route 1, Bowery Beach Road, and Fogg Road to complete your travel. With a fuel budget of approximately $2, this is an incredibly economical route to manage. Because both your origin and destination are located within the Northeast region, you will find a consistent atmosphere throughout the entire trip. It is a straightforward, practical connection that avoids the need for complex planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 1 | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Bowery Beach Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Fogg Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Spurwink Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Black Point Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Two Lights Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Hill Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Kettle Cove Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Elizabeth, ME and West Scarborough, ME.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Two Lights Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Two Lights Road
Turn left onto Fessenden Road
Turn right onto Kettle Cove Road
Turn left onto Hill Way
Turn left onto ME 77
Continue on ME 77
Turn right onto Pleasant Hill Road
Turn left onto Fogg Road
Turn right onto ME 207
Turn left onto US 1; ME 9
Turn left onto ME 9
Turn right
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Two Lights Road
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto Two Lights Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto US 1; ME 9 / Route 1
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto ME 9 / Pine Point Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.96 one way
$3.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $2.16 | $4.32 |
| premium | $4.86 | $2.34 | $4.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.59 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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 Cape Elizabeth on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Light Rain
Destination
Late night in West Scarborough on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Light Rain
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 a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous highway cruise. Only 25 percent of this route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 3.1-mile segment on Route 1. As you progress through the 12.2-mile trek, the road personality shifts from quiet local lanes to short pulses of faster transit. This isn't a route for high-speed cruising, but rather a technical drive that keeps you engaged with the local infrastructure.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Two Lights Road.
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 12.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Two Lights Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Two Lights Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.1 miles (US 1; ME 9 / Route 1): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
138 ft
Total Descent
92 ft
Highest Point
64 ft
~12.2 mi in
Elevation Range
57 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 12.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (25%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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