Origin
Denmark, ME
Late night in Denmark on Sunday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denmark, ME to South Portland, 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
46.2 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
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.
Denmark, ME
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South Portland, ME
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from the quiet inland setting of Denmark to the coast in South Portland, this 46.2-mile trek is a straightforward journey. Spanning approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, the trip is perfectly suited for a single day of travel. You will navigate via the Roosevelt Trail, Bridgton Road, and Forest Avenue, keeping your fuel costs to a modest $7. Because the entire route remains within Maine, you will experience a seamless transition from rural landscapes toward the more developed coastal region. It is a practical, efficient path that avoids the need for an overnight stay, allowing you to easily complete the journey in one go.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Trail | 24.7 mi | 35m |
| Forest Avenue | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Bridgton Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| East Main Street | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| South High Street | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Portland Road | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Casco Bay Bridge | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Roosevelt Trail
— 24.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denmark, ME and South Portland, ME.
1
Start on ME117
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on South High Street
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South High Street
3
Turn right onto Sandy Creek Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sandy Creek Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 302
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Portland Road
5
Continue on US 302
20 mi
·
30 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 302
283 ft
·
9 sec
·
Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
7
Continue on US 302
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
8
Continue on US 302
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Bridgton Road
9
Continue on US 302
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Forest Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn slight right
438 ft
·
16 sec
11
Keep slight right at fork
177 ft
·
7 sec
12
Turn slight right onto State Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
13
Continue on ME 77
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Casco Bay Bridge
14
Continue on ME 77
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
15
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
60 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pine Street
16
Arrive at destination
Pine Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 23.1 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 46.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
6.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Sandy Creek Road
Turn right onto Sandy Creek Road
Navigation decision point
5
7.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 302 / Portland Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 302 / Portland Road
Navigation decision point
5
30.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Enter roundabout onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail toward US 302: Portland
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 302: Portland
5
43.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
46.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
Pine Street
Turn sharp right onto Pine Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.44 one way
$14.87 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.18 | $16.37 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.85 | $17.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.20 | $20.40 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.00
Bay Bridge
$7.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$7
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.85 | $2.22 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.04 | $1.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
South Portland, ME
Late night in South Portland on Sunday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route has a highway share of 0%. You will spend most of your time navigating local roads, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 24.7 miles along the Roosevelt Trail. The road demands your attention due to its technical nature, making it a more engaged experience than a monotonous highway slog. As you transition through the different segments of the drive, the character of the road remains consistently local. You should be prepared for frequent adjustments behind the wheel as you navigate the winding, non-highway path to your destination.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.7 mi on Roosevelt Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 10m 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 30.7 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
533 ft
18 ft
Total Climb
129 ft
Total Descent
628 ft
Highest Point
533 ft
~3.3 mi in
Elevation Range
514 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 46.2 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.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.7 miles on Roosevelt Trail. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.00 in tolls one way, starting with Bay Bridge. 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.
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 6.7 miles (Sandy Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.4 miles (US 302 / Portland Road): Navigation decision point; at 30.7 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Portland, 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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