If you are planning a trip from Cornville to Scarborough, expect a straightforward 107.7-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes. Since this route is highly efficient, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating through the Northeast, you will transition from the inland areas of Maine toward the coast. Because this drive is designed for speed and directness, it is the ideal choice if your priority is getting from point A to point B without unnecessary delays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.9 miles from Cornville, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 295
50.5 mi
58m
I 95
30.1 mi
33m
Skowhegan Road
7.4 mi
10m
Waterville Road
6.8 mi
9m
Beckwith Road
2.7 mi
4m
North Avenue
2.7 mi
4m
Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
2m
Oxbow Road
1.3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 50.5 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cornville, ME and Scarborough, ME.
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Start on Huff Road
63 ft·2 sec·Huff Road
2
Continue on Oxbow Road
1.3 mi·4 min·Oxbow Road
3
Continue on Oxbow Road
98 ft·4 sec·Oxbow Road
4
Continue on Revere School Road
0.7 mi·2 min·Revere School Road
5
Turn left onto Beckwith Road
2.7 mi·4 min·Beckwith Road
6
Continue on North Avenue
2.7 mi·4 min·North Avenue
7
Turn right onto High Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·High Street
8
Turn left onto US 201
0.4 mi·1 min·Madison Avenue
9
Turn left onto US 201
6.8 mi·9 min·Waterville Road
10
Continue on US 201
7.4 mi·10 min·Skowhegan Road
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
12
Merge onto I 95
30 mi·33 min·I 95
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
51 mi·58 min·I 295
Exit 103Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, BrunswickUse the straight lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi·2 min·Scarborough Connector
Exit 2Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
15
Turn straight onto US 1; ME 9
1.2 mi·2 min·Route 1
16
Turn left onto ME 207
1.2 mi·2 min·Black Point Road
17
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
267 ft·7 sec·Highland Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Highland Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. Aim to check traffic conditions before merging onto the interstate to ensure your 2-hour and 20-minute estimate remains accurate. Since there are no scheduled stops in this itinerary, plan to refuel in Cornville before you head out to avoid any mid-trip stress. Keeping your vehicle prepared for the 50.5-mile stretch on I-295 is a smart move, as this is your longest period of continuous driving without an exit. Use the simplicity of this route to your benefit by keeping a light travel schedule, allowing you to arrive in Scarborough refreshed and ready for your next set of plans.
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 53.9 miles from Cornville, ME, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.5 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 24 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.9 miles or 1h 14m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scarborough, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cornville, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cornville, ME
This is one driving day of about 107.7 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Cornville, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 50.5 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 107.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2 mi into trip|~7m in|Beckwith Road
Turn left onto Beckwith Road
Navigation decision point
4
7.7 mi into trip|~18m in|US 201 / Madison Avenue
Turn left onto US 201 / Madison Avenue
Navigation decision point
9
52.6 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Bru...
7
103.2 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|Scarborough Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
4
107.7 mi into trip|~2h 20m in|Highland Avenue
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.34 one way
$34.68 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$19.08
$38.15
premium
$4.86
$20.62
$41.25
diesel
$5.61
$23.78
$47.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.3
0
$11.31
$5.17
Efficient EV
26.9
0
$9.42
$4.31
EV Truck/SUV
43.1
0
$15.08
$6.89
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Cornville, ME
Night
in Cornville on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Scarborough, ME
Night
in Scarborough on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
NE 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
46°F
Brunswick, ME
54 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
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 20m on the road
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.
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...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 63.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 76% of this trip is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend time on Skowhegan Road before merging onto the faster corridors of I-95 and I-295. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on I-295, which spans 50.5 miles and allows for steady, consistent cruising. While the route begins on local roads, the drive quickly shifts into a more mechanical, interstate-heavy pace as you move south. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that favors efficiency over winding backroads, making it a reliable option for travelers who prefer predictable highway driving.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.5 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and I 95. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near Beckwith Road.
Driving Effort5/10
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 107.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 miles (Beckwith Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (US 201 / Madison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 52.6 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
457 ft26 ft
Total Climb
188 ft
Total Descent
617 ft
Highest Point
457 ft
Elevation Range
431 ft
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 Cornville, ME to Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Brunswick
52.6 mi in|~1h 13m|via I 295
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 107.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.5 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 miles (Beckwith Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.7 miles (US 201 / Madison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 52.6 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Scarborough, ME before heading back.
