Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denmark, ME
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Lewiston, ME
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Spanning 41.8 miles through Maine, this journey from Denmark to Lewiston is an ideal one-day excursion. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 8 minutes behind the wheel, making it a quick and manageable trip within the Northeast. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, this route is as economical as it is straightforward. Since the entire drive takes place on local roads without any highway travel, it is best suited for those who prefer a slower, more deliberate pace. There is no need for an overnight stay, allowing you to easily complete the trip in a single afternoon. Overall, this is a practical connector between two Maine communities that values local scenery over interstate speed.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Poland Spring Road | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| Roosevelt Trail | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| Bakerstown Road | 5 mi | 8m |
| Minot Avenue | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| East Main Street | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| South High Street | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Portland Road | 2.8 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Denmark, ME and Lewiston, ME.
Start on ME117
Continue on South High Street
Turn right onto Sandy Creek Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 302
Continue on US 302
Turn left onto ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Continue on ME 11
Keep slight right at fork onto ME 11
Turn right onto ME 11; ME 121
Turn slight left onto ME 11; ME 121
Continue on ME 11; ME 121
Continue on ME 11; ME 121
Turn left onto Court Street
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Turn slight right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Denmark, 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 6.7 and 31.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Sandy Creek Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto US 302 / Portland Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto ME 11 / Casco Road
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto ME 11 / Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto ME 11; ME 121 / Pleasant Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.73 one way
$13.46 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.40 | $14.81 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.00 | $16.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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 Denmark on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Light Rain
Destination
Late night in Lewiston on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate exclusively on secondary roads rather than high-speed interstates. You will spend your time winding along Poland Spring Road, Roosevelt Trail, and Bakerstown Road, which keeps the experience feeling grounded and rural. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a brief 7.1-mile segment on Poland Spring Road, meaning you should be prepared for frequent adjustments and turns. Because this route has a 0% highway share, you will not be dealing with the monotony of long-distance cruising. Instead, the road demands your full attention, providing a hands-on driving experience that changes character as you transition between these local thoroughfares.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near Sandy Creek Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 8m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles (Sandy Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.4 miles (US 302 / Portland Road): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (ME 11 / Casco Road): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
238 ft
Total Descent
545 ft
Highest Point
563 ft
~6 mi in
Elevation Range
346 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 41.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
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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