Origin
Cornish, ME
Late night in Cornish on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cornish, ME to Auburn, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
47.1 mi
76 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cornish, ME
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Auburn, ME
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition across Maine, the 47.1-mile journey from Cornish to Auburn is an efficient way to travel between these two points. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 10 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stops. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, it is a cost-effective excursion for those traveling within the Northeast. You will navigate a combination of the Maine Turnpike, Ossipee Trail, and Chadbourne Road to complete the transit. Because the trip is relatively short, you gain significant flexibility in your schedule, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without the exhaustion of a long-haul drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| Ossipee Trail | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Chadbourne Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| Washington Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Ossipee Trail West | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| West Gray Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Tandberg Trail | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 11.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cornish, ME and Auburn, ME.
1
Start on ME 5; ME 25
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on ME 25; ME 117
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Ossipee Trail
3
Enter roundabout onto ME 25
119 ft
·
1 sec
·
Ossipee Trail West
4
Continue on ME 25
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Ossipee Trail West
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto ME 35
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast Road
6
Continue on ME 35
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Chadbourne Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on Tandberg Trail
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Tandberg Trail
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 202; ME 4
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Gray Road
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
10
Merge onto I 95
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Maine Turnpike
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 202; ME 4
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Street
14
Merge onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Minot Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
Where to Stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Cornish, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 10.4 and 42.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
10.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Enter roundabout onto ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
10.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Slight right onto ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
30.1 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
34 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
|
~1h 2m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.58 one way
$15.16 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.34 | $16.69 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.02 | $18.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.40 | $20.80 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.71
Maine Turnpike
(11.7 mi)
$0.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (63% 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.
Destination
Auburn, ME
Late night in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 10m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged throughout the 1 hour and 10 minutes on the road. While you spend about 25% of your time on the Maine Turnpike, the rest of the journey relies on local roads that demand your full attention. You will experience a brief respite on the highway with a longest uninterrupted stretch of 11.7 miles, but otherwise, expect a more technical drive than a straight interstate cruise. The transition between the Ossipee Trail and Chadbourne Road ensures that the road surface and character change frequently. It is an ideal route if you prefer an active, hands-on driving experience over the monotony of a long, straight highway.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.4 miles in near ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 47.1 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 10.4 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.4 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
445 ft
192 ft
Total Climb
280 ft
Total Descent
436 ft
Highest Point
445 ft
~3.4 mi in
Elevation Range
253 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 47.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.7 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.71 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 Auburn, 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 10.4 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.4 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail West): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Auburn, ME before heading back.
How this page is built
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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